The term EARLY CONTAINERS can be summarized as AMPHORAE, which were 8-letter vessels used in ancient times. AMPHORAE were typically made of clay and were used to store and transport liquids such as wine and oil. They were also used to store food items such as grains and olives. The shape of the AMPHORAE varied depending on its purpose, with some having a narrow neck and others having a wide mouth. These vessels were widely used in the Mediterranean region from the Bronze Age to the Roman period.