Urns for Ashes and Objects of Great Importance
The urn is one of the oldest forms of funerary art. The ancient Greeks and Romans had urns to hold the ashes of their dead. The Egyptians used them to keep mummified bodies intact for as long as possible. Cremation urns were also used by Native Americans and other cultures in various ways throughout history, but today they're mostly used for holding cremated remains or objects that have great personal importance to someone who has passed away (like a loved one's wedding ring).
Urns are used to hold ashes and other items of importance.