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Rim type - Triangular The rim has two straight, angled sides, resembling two partial sides of a triangle. | |
Shoulder type - Carinated The shoulder displays distinct carination - a ridge where the shoulder meets the body of the amphora. | |
Handles in profile - Long vertical These handles generaly appear on long-necked amphorae, attaching near the top of the neck progressing vertically downwards to the shoulder. | |
Handles in section - Ovoid/Elliptical The handle appears to be ovoid or elliptical in section. | |
Neck type - Cylindrical The neck is cylinder-shaped. | |
Body type - Tapered The body tapers downwards: it is wider at the top. | |
Base type - Spike/tapered There is a solid spike at the base of the amphora. | |
Capacity (average) 20-25 litres | |
Height 82.00cm - 83.00cm | Width 40.00cm - 41.00cm |
Rim diameter 20.00cm - 21.00cm | |
Fabric Greco-Italic fabrics |