Table of Contents
- Collection Summary
- Scope and Content Note
- Subject Headings
- Related Material
- Administrative Information
- Access and Use
- Encoding Information
- Item List
Collection Summary
| Repository: | Archives and Special Collections Library, Vassar College Libraries |
|---|---|
| Title: | Papyrus Collection |
| Dates: | 251 B.C.E. - 3rd century C.E. |
| Quantity: | 12 items |
| Abstract: | Twelve examples of papyri dating from 251 B.C.E. to the 3rd century C.E. and originating from sites in Oxyrhynchus, Fayum, and Hibeh. |
| Language of Material | Fragments are written in Ancient Greek. |
Scope and Content Note
Twelve examples of papyri dating from 251 B.C.E. to the 3rd century C.E. and originating from sites in Oxyrhynchus, Fayum, and Hibeh.
TopAccess and Use
Access
This collection is open for research according to the regulations of the Vassar College Archives and Special Collections Library without any additional restrictions.
Restrictions on Use
Permission to quote (publish) from unpublished or previously published material must be obtained as described in the regulations of the Vassar College Archives and Special Collections Library.
Subject Headings
Subjects:
- Manuscripts, Greek (Papyri)
Document Types:
- Papyri
VCL Categories:
- Ancient Writing
Encoding Information
Encoded by Laura Streett, December 2013. Updated by Emma Gronbeck, January 2024.
TopPhysical Characteristics and Technical Requirements
Extremely delicate. Requires the assistance of one of the professional staff.
TopAdministrative Information
Preferred Citation
Papyrus Collection, Archives and Special Collections Library, Vassar College Libraries.
Processing Information
Processing date unknown.
List verified by Professor Philip Davis in 1931.
Acquisition Information
Unknown.
Custodial History
Unknown.
Other Formats
Print photographs available.
Item List
| Fayum 28 | Notice of birth - from Harit, 150-151 C.E. |
| Fayum 176 | Receipt for tax of the "Harbor of Memphis" - from Um el 'Atl, 2nd-3rd century C.E. |
| Hibeh 154 | Notice regarding exported wine, 251-250 B.C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 70 | Petition regarding a settling of accounts, 3rd century C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 169 | Order for arrest, 3rd century C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 514 | Receipt for salary, 190-191 C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 524 | Invitation to a wedding feast, 2nd century C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 525 | Letter of complaint, early 2nd century C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 811 | Fragment of a letter from Pellis, circa 1 C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 812 | Fragment of a letter, 5 B.C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 819 | Fragment of a letter regarding sale of wine or oil, circa 1 C.E. |
| Oxyrhynchus 821 | Fragment of a letter to a daughter, circa 1 C.E. |
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Details
Twelve examples of papyri dating from 251 B.C.E. to the 3rd century C.E. and originating from sites in Oxyrhynchus, Fayum, and Hibeh.
