KTH1179 (Amphora Stopper/Lid) [permalink] [next] [show fewer links]
Type
Inventoried Object
In or from KTH Container
http://kenchreai.org/kaa/kth/kth-container-11
Logical part of
Threpsiades Inventoried Objects
Typological identification
Small handled amphora stopper
Description
Well made stopper with relatively thin wall and and relatively sharp edge. The knob is roughly finished at to by a string cut. Small voids present throughout. Two dimples present on knob handle from squeezing during formation. Made in “Southern Argolid Fabric”.
Fabric, firing, and surface description
Usual LRA2 fabric fired to consistent red throughout. Frequent lime chunks and other tiny light bits visible in fabric and on surface; frequent tiny micaceous golden bits.
Preservation comment
Single sherd preserving over 1/4 of body and complete handle. Very clean (modern?) breaks.
Diameter
0.065
Height
0.0213
Rim Percent Preserved
30
Material
Ceramic (Material)
Fabric Munsell reading
2.5YR 5/6
Photograph
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