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In the complete database at the Center for Alexandrian studies, every single piece on the map is linked to a "block identification sheet" similar to the one below.


QAITBAY Block Identification Sheet No. 1003

Date: 3/10/95 Illustrator: Alain Peton Lifted: no
moved: check box yes

Beside block no. 1001 Orientation
North-west
Max. Depth
7.4 m
Min. Depth
7.4 m

checked box complete element check box fragment

Material
Granite

Colour
Red


Type of Block
Block of Pharos

check box Inclined face check box Recut
checked box Ledge
Dimensions
(cm) maximum minimum
dim1 620
dim2 218
dim3 150
diameter

diam moulding


Estimated weight:
56,77 t
Weight if column: 0,00t

Statuary/Decoration
moulding check box Inscription


Marks
checked box fastening mark(s)
check box Cut mark(s)



No.
2
check box Lifting mark(s)
check box Assembly mark(s)


Drawing of block details Two photos of block in position underwater

Associated

Comments:
Large rectangular block decorated with moulding running along the bottom edge of either long side. On the upper part of the block, two circular fastening holes (dia. 40cm) are situated at either end of block and next to a raised ridge (H .22cm) which runs the length of block.



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