Egyptian cults in the Northern Black Sea Coast and the Ukrainian Steppe according to epigraphic and archeological monuments (6th century BCE – 4th century CE)

A number of source‑scientific and historiographical studies have been analyzed. They provide information on finds objects related to the cults deities Egyptian origin in territory Northern Black Sea Coast Ukrainian Steppe. description relevant epigraphic inscriptions, sgraffito, bronze, marble, terracotta bone statuettes, reliefs clay candelabrums dishes, gems carved from precious stones, golden, silver, bronze iron rings, tessarae, amulet-beads, made faiense coins is given. It established that faience beads first began enter these regions 6th – 5th centuries BCE, they performed role apotropaeus among ancient Greek, Scythian, later Sarmation population gained great popularity there. determined Steppe up 4th century CE only such belonging cult material occur, other hand, rest characteristic for Coast. found discovered sacred testify existence beliefs their Hellenized version Greek colonies specified region starting 3rd BCE until end era. The opinion substantiated despite possible official nature studied cults, can be evidenced by minting copper with image Zeus Amon Serapis Bosporus Queen Dynamia (12/11 - 7/8 CE) or presence temples Serapis, Isis, Asclepius, Hygeia Poseidon half Olbia, worship gods was rather private. In particular, were addressed healing magical practices, acted as patrons dead. Isis considered patroness sailors. Keywords: deities, objects, monuments epigraphy archaeology, Coast,