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Copy of Egyptian two-cubit rod [525.5 mm x 2], in wood, with 14 Palm divisions [76.25 to 74.25 mm], one of which is subdivided into 4 Digits. Royal Egyptian Cubit measure = 524 mm, derived from original example in British Museum.
Details
- Category:
- Weighing & Measuring
- Object Number:
- 1930-191
- Measurements:
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overall: 13 x 1051 x 18 mm
- credit:
- British Museum
