S.S. Matrenin
Tips of Straps Used by the Altai Nomads of Xiongnu-Xianbei-Zhuzhansk Time (II Century BC - V Century AD)
As a result of classifying it was allocated 10 types of belt tips used by Altaic population at II century BC - V century AD. Typological analysis of these products allows us to define their dating. Studied archaeological materials will be used to define the dividing Bulan-Koby Altai culture into periods more exactly.
Key words: Altai, Bulan-Koby culture, belt tips, equipment, tips straps, gear, belt headset, morphology, classification, typology, chronology, division into periods, Xiongnu, Xianbei, Zhuzhans, Sarmatians.