National Treasures

About Findings Periods The Mandatory Collection of the Rockefeller Archaeological Museum
 
Object's Name: Wrapped Cordage Circlet (Aqal) 
Period: Roman
Material: Palm Leaf/Fibre
Site: Horevot Mazada
Lenght: 14 cm
Wide: 13.5 cm
Description: Wrapped cordage circlet used as head cushions (Aqal) for carrying heavy loads.
Bibliography:
Bernic K. 1994. Masada Basketry, Cordage and Related Artifacts. In Y. Aviram, G. Foerster and E. Netzer eds. Masada, The Yigael Yadin Excavation 1963-1965 Final Report. Vol. IV.. Jerusalem, 305, Ill. 34..

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Wrapped Cordage Circlet (Aqal)  
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