Cuneiform Cone

1913.14.1456

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Artifact Identification Cuneiform Cone   (1913.14.1456)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
  2. :
  3. Documentary Artifacts
  4. :
  5. Other Documents
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Isin - Larsa
Date 2017–1817 BC
Culture Sumerian
Location On Exhibitin the Mesopotamia exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Length) 11.8 cm
Dimension 2 (Diameter) 5.8 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 259 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Ceramic--Earthenware
Manufacturing Processes Inscribing, Handbuilding, Firing

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
Published Description N/A
CDLI NumberP421310 (external link)
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Edgar J. Banks Collection
Reproduction no

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