July–December 1947

Curium Excavations Episkopi, Limassol Cyprus

AUG. 17, 1947[handwritten: AUG. 17, 1947]

P. Dikaios Esq. Curator, Cyprus Museum Nicosia Cyprus

Dear Sir,

In accordance with the division of finds of tomb-groups from the necropolis at Curium in the location of Kaloriziki, I now report that these groups have been packed under my supervision and in the presence of your observer.

Tombs 20, 21, 26, 34 and 38, which were allocated to the Cyprus Museum, have been packed in cases C. 1-C. 9 and await your instructions. I have been unable to locate the following items from these tombs, but it is likely that upon the return of the excavator, Dr. Daniel, they will be found and can be turned over to you:

From Tomb 26: P 273 Very Fragmentary Bowl 274 " " Amphora

From Tomb 34: S 32 Paste Seal, rotted

From Tomb 38: One iron implement One red bowl One plain amphora

The tripod, P 714, from Tomb 39, also allocated to the Cyprus Museum, has not been packed, in accordance with your instructions. A case-list, showing all items packed, is attached for your guidance; a copy of each list is in its respective case.

The contents of Tombs 18, 19, 22-25, 27, 29, 33, 36 and 39, which were allocated to the University Museum, have been packed in Cases 1-16. These cases are now ready to be sealed, and I attach the Case-Lists with the request that export license be prepared. I also bring to your attention the fact that I have not been able to locate the following items from these tombs; when they come to light export license will no doubt be requested.

From Tomb 19: P 439 Stem Cup

From Tomb 25: S 34 Button M 46 Earring

From Tomb 33: P 598 Bowl 605 " P 650 Coarse Jug 684 Amphora

I am grateful to you for allowing me to hold for the time being F 50, terracotta horseman, from Tomb 34. I should also like to express our appreciation for the courtesy and helpfulness of your representative Mr. Kakoulis.

Very Truly yours,

Handwritten: signature

for Curium Excavations

cc: Dept. of Antiquities Director, Curium Excavations