Summary
This slate pencil was excavated at one of the digs at the Commonwealth Block, 2001-2003. It was found in a cesspit.
Writing implements, found throughout Little Lon, indicate that writing was a commonplace activity. The pens, pencils and inkwells are a tantalizing reminder of words forgotten long ago.
Physical Description
Slate pencil - point intact 9 cm long. Found in cesspit, Casselden Place, Location 69, area 69B, south east.
More Information
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Collection Names
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Collecting Areas
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from Heritage Victoria, Industry Superannuation Property Trust, 03 May 2005
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Context Number
02/22
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Site
[CCS] Australia, Victoria, Commonwealth Block, Melbourne
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Activity
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Specific Activity
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Decoration
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Shape
Round
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Classification
Historical archaeology, Tools & equipment, Drafting, drawing & writing
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Category
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Discipline
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Type of item
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Exhibition Collection Management
5 mm (Width), 90 mm (Height)
Width = Diameter
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Dimensions
90 mm (Length), 5 mm (Outside Diameter)
Measurement From Conservation.
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EAMC Measurements
90 (Length)
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