1. Papyrus 222
- Reference (shelfmark):
- Papyrus 222
- Title:
- Fragments of a Contract (P.Lond. II 222, TM 78455)
- Scope & Content:
- Three fragments from mummy cartonnage containing a contract of uncertain nature, perhaps concerning the division of some property. A certain Tryphon and some Callicles are mentioned. The verso bears remains of writing.
- Collection Area:
- Western Manuscripts
- Languages:
- Greek, Ancient
- Date Range:
- 2nd century BC
- Extent:
-
Three fragments from mummy cartonnage.
Upper fragment: The front preserves portions of 20 lines; a sheet-join runs across the fibres along the height; the text on the back is covered by a different sheet glued onto it.
Middle fragment: small fragment with remains of 4 lines on the front and 5 lines on the back alongside traces of red ink.
Lower fragment: On the front there are traces of 16 lines, on the back remains of 10 lines.
