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Rectangular Covering Tablet
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Measurement
depth 0.7 centimetres, height 5.9 centimetres, width 19.1 centimetres
Material
Language / script
Description
Scope and content : This is a well-preserved rectangular covering tablet with flags of string and no inscription. There is a clear, black and well-written short line of Kharosthi script at the top edge.
Institution
Date
undated
Historical information
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Niya
Stein site number
N.xvii.2
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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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