Locked in the vault of Kabuls Presidential Bank, priceless archaeological artifacts from Afghanistans past, including the breathtaking treasures shown in this calendar, were protected during the wars and uprisings that have racked that country for more than twenty-five years; only now are they finally being seen by the world. The works reproduced for this calendar are from three ancient sites: six splendid graves at Tillya Tepe, a Greek colony called A Khanoum, and a treasure hoard in the New Royal City at Begram. Proceeds from the sale of this calendar support the National Museum of Afghanistan.