When was the Wedge invented?

The Wedge was invented around 8000 BC by the Sumerians and Mesopotamians in Iraq.

A tapered piece of hard material used to split, tighten, or secure objects by being driven in.

Year invented8000 BC
InventorSumerians, Mesopotamians
CountryIraq
Region at the timeSumer
CategoryConstruction

Who invented the Wedge?

The Sumerians and Mesopotamians invented the Wedge around 8000 BC in Iraq.

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