Roman Amphorae: a digital resource
University of Southampton, 2005. (updated 2014) https://doi.org/10.5284/1028192. How to cite using this DOI
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- DOI:https://doi.org/10.5284/1028192
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Aquincum 78
details | characteristics | pictures | drawings | petrology | specimens | bibliography | 
3D models
| Rim type - Collar The rim is noticeably thickened in the form of a collar around the neck of the amphora. | |
| Shoulder type - Rounded The shoulder is noticeably present, usually supporting the handles, but there is no ridge. | |
| Handles in profile - Short vertical These handles travel upwards vertically from the shoulder, but only a short distance before turning inwards to the neck. | |
| Handles in section - Round The handle is circular, or nearly circular, in section. | |
| Neck type - Conical The neck is cone-shaped - it tapers upwards. | |
| Body type - Cylindrical The body of the amphora is cylinder-shaped, displaying little curvature. | |
| Base type - Spike/tapered There is a solid spike at the base of the amphora. | |
| Capacity (average) Unsure | |
| Height 0.00cm - 77.00cm | Width 0.00cm |
| Rim diameter 0.00cm - 10.00cm | |
| Fabric Aquincum fabric |
