1. Papyrus 149
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Papyrus 149
- Title:
- Gift in Contemplation of Death (P.Sijp. 44, P.Lond. II 149 descr., TM 25608)
- Scope & Content:
- A division of property in contemplation of death made by Petheus in favour of the members of his family. The wife Tamystha is to inherit furniture, household goods and clothes, and is to repay all debts he may have incurred; a female slave, Isarus, is to be set free on condition that she attends...
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- Greek, Ancient
- Date Range:
- c.130
- Extent:
-
Papyrus damaged by holes throughout, especially in the left half. The text runs along the fibres on one side, with the back being blank, and consists of one broad column, mutilated in places. The lower and right margins measure 15 and 28 mm respectively. The papyrus is mounted on cardboard in a glass case.
