Probe

Alternative Title

Needle

Creator

Unknown

Files

Publication Date

January 2018

Time Period

1500-1200 BCE

Abstract

Long, slender, solid object tapers from a rounded flat head to the tip. Tip has been broken away. The top of the bore pierces the shaft 10.7 cm. below the head. A molded collar supports the outside of shaft to the left and the right sides of the bore. The bore is clean and clear of debris.

Keywords

Copper Toggle Pin

Alt Text

A three-dimensional model of a thin, metal rod with a slightly curved and pointed end versus the opposite side, which is wider with a rounded lip. Its overall shape is reminiscent of a nail. A hole in the center of the object's shaft indicates it may have been used as a sewing needle, or for some other specialized purpose. The copper has turned to an oxidized green with age. The 3D model can be freely moved, rotated, and zoomed in and out to allow the viewer to inspect the object from multiple angles.

Physical Collection

Farid Karam Collection of Graeco-Roman Antiquities

Material

Copper alloy

Box

4

Dimensions

21.4 x 1.1-0.4 cm.

Language

English

Discovery Location

Eastern Mediterranean region

Media Type

Photograph

Format

Digital 3D model

Identifier

R30-00024

Recommended Citation

Unknown, "Probe" (2018). Farid Karam M.D. Lebanon Antiquities Collection. 26.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/karam/26

Notes

Color: Green, tan incrustation. Patches of exposed metal. View description: Side view. Condition: Very good. The 3D model of this object was created under the supervision of Dr. Davide Tanasi.

Equipment

Romer AbsoluteArm

Capture Technique

Laser Scanning, Geomagic Wrap 2015

Affiliation

University of South Florida. Department of History (LOC)