Two fragments of different size not belonging together, mounted on cardboard in one glass case.
Top fragment (Papyrus 1638a): Rectangular fragment of a papyrus sheet, probably folded from right to left; imperfect at top, bottom, and left side; written along the fibres on one side only.
Bottom fragment (Papyrus 1638b): Rectangular sheet of papyrus folded from the bottom upwards and written on one side along the fibres; successive marks made by the seal are visible on the upper part. Blank space separates the subscription from the receipt.