1. Papyrus 2492
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Papyrus 2492
- Title:
- Private Letter to Papnuthius (P.Lond. VI 1924, TM 32657)
- Scope & Content:
- A letter to father Papnuthius from Ausonius, who informs the recipient about some instructions he has given on a not better specified matter, and requesting Papnuthius’ orders. With address on the back.
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- Greek, Ancient
- Date Range:
- Mid 4th century
- Extent:
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A well preserved sheet of papyrus, with a few wormholes, especially in the folds and at the bottom. The papyrus was folded from right to left and then once from top to bottom. All margins are extant, the lower one measuring approximately 105 mm and the upper one 35 mm. Writing is along the fibres on both sides, the back bearing the address. Mounted in a glass case.
