Sample, Salt, Natron
Country
Egypt
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Object detail
Description
Sample of coarse, semi-circular fragments of semi-transparent organic material, said to be used in embalming as salt (Natron).
Classification
ARCHAEOLOGY Egyptian
Production place
Measurements
L15mm x W100mm x D100mm
Glass petrie dish containing samples of salt 1mm to 30mm in length
Measurements and weight include dish
Glass petrie dish containing samples of salt 1mm to 30mm in length
Measurements and weight include dish
Media/Materials description
Salt (Natron - colourless to white, greyish, yellow colourless in transmitted light).
Associated person
Registration number
E40061
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