Overview
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Fragment of the Wedge Covering-tablet
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Measurement
depth 1.4 centimetres, height 6 centimetres, width 14.4 centimetres
Material
Language / script
Description
Scope and content : This is a fragment of the wedge covering-tablet with a seal cavity at the front that contains clay and string. There are fine, faded and cursive Kharosthi scripts at the front, totally blank at the back.
Institution
Date
undated
Historical information
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Find site identifier
Niya
Stein site number
N.xv.19
Find site description
The Niya archaeological site is approximately 50 miles north of modern Niya/Minfeng on the southern arm of the old Silk Road.
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