Writing in Graeco-Roman Egypt
Introduction Languages Uses for Writing Literacy Media Final Remarks

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Split Reed Pen
1st-4th Century AD
Karanis, Egypt

Look closely at the tip of the pen to see where the reed has been split. The shape of the tip of this pen is very similar to that of a quill or even some fountain pens used today.


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