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Scale Weight

1900.53.0121

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Artifact Identification Scale Weight   (1900.53.0121)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
    2. :
  2. Weights & Measures T&E
    3. :
  3. N/A
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period/Date Ancient
Culture Near Eastern

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Width) 3.9 cm
Dimension 2 (Height) 2.8 cm
Dimension 3 (Length) 1.5 cm
Weight 15 g
Measuring Remarks None
Materials Stone--Chalcedony
Manufacturing Processes Carved

Research Remarks

Published Description N/A
Description N/A
Comparanda N/A
Bibliography

Hendin, David. Ancient Scale Weights and Pre-Coinage Currency of the Near East. New York: Amphora, 2007.

Artifact History

Archaeological Data N/A
Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction no
Reproduction Information N/A

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