archaide_term,URI,note
Arched,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/arched,"The handles form high arches, without coming to a point."
Bowed,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/bowed,"The handles form a broad, curving sweep away from the body and neck of the amphora. They are generally longer than the 'curved' handles."
Curved,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/curved,The handles gently curve from the neck to shoulder.
Ear-shaped,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/ear_shaped,"These handles are similar to the 'curved' variety, but are more reminiscent of the shape of a human ear."
Long vertical,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/long_vertical,"These handles generaly appear on long-necked amphorae, attaching near the top of the neck progressing vertically downwards to the shoulder."
Peaked,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/peaked,"The distinctive profile of these handles rises to a peak, often above the rim of the amphora. They are especially characteristic of the Rhodian type."
Ring,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/ring,"These handles are generally smaller than the 'curved' handles, forming a small semi-circular profile."
Short vertical,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/short_vertical,"These handles travel upwards vertically from the shoulder, but only a short distance before turning inwards to the neck."
Bifid,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/bifid,"This is a distinctive feature of the Dressel 2-4 type. The handle is formed from two rods, appearing as a figure-8 in section."
Grooved,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/grooved,The handle has one or more grooves distorting its shape in section.
Ovoid/Elliptical,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/ovoid_eliptical,The handle appears to be ovoid or elliptical in section.
Ridged,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/ridged,The handle has one or more ridges running down it.
Round,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/round,"The handle is circular, or nearly circular, in section."
Semi-circular,http://data.archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/page/romanamphorae/semi_circular,The handle appears semi-circular in section.