Probe
Alternative Title
Garment pin
Files
Publication Date
January 2018
Time Period
1500-1200 BCE
Abstract
Solid metal item with a domed head and flange tapers along the shaft to a rounded point. A bore pierces the shaft at 7.5 cm. below the domed head. The shaft is closed with corrosion.
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. The 3D model can be freely moved, rotated, and zoomed in and out to allow the viewer to inspect the object from multiple angles. A small, still image of the object is also included, with the object against a white background and a measurement scale in centimeters below it.
Physical Collection
Farid Karam Collection of Graeco-Roman Antiquities
Material
Copper alloy
Box
4
Dimensions
18.1 x 1.44-0.2 cm.
Language
English
Discovery Location
Eastern Mediterranean region
Media Type
Fasteners
Format
Digital 3D model
Identifier
R30-00029
Recommended Citation
Unknown, "Probe" (2018). Farid Karam M.D. Lebanon Antiquities Collection. 31.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/karam/31
Notes
Color: brown, dark green patina. View description: Front view. Condition: 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)
Rights Statement
