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An amphora (plural amphorae or amphoras) is a type of ceramic vase with two handles and a long neck narrower than the body. The word amphora is Latin, derived from the Greek amphoreus (aµf??e??), an abbreviation of amphiphoreus (aµf?f??e??), a compound word combining amphi- ("on both sides", "twain") plus phoreus ("carrier"), from pherein ("to carry"), referring to the vessel's two carrying handles on opposite sides. Amphorae first appeared on the Lebanese-Syrian coast around the 15th century BC and spread around the ancient world, being used by the ancient Greeks and Romans as the principal means for transporting and storing grapes, olive oil, wine, oil, olives, grain, fish, and other commodities. They were produced on an industrial scale from Greek times and used around the Mediterranean until about the 7th century. Wooden and skin containers seem to have supplanted amphorae thereafter. They are of great benefit to maritime archaeologists, as amphorae in a shipwreck can often indicate the age of the wreck and geographic origin of the cargo. They are occasionally so well preserved that the original contents are still present, providing invaluable information on the eating habits and trading systems of the ancient Mediterranean peoples. Amphorae were too cheap and plentiful to return their origin-point and so, when empty, they were broken up at their destination. In Rome this happened in an area named Testaccio, close to Tiber, in such a way that the fragments, later wetted with Calcium hydroxide (Calce viva), remained to create a hill now named Monte Testaccio 45 meters tall and more than 1 km circumference. High-quality painted amphorae were produced in significant numbers for a variety of social and ceremonial purposes. Their design differs significantly from the more functional versions; they are typified by wide mouth and a ring base, with a glazed surface and decorated with figures or geometric shapes. Such amphorae were often used as prizes. Some examples, bearing the inscription "I am one of the prizes from Athens", have survived from the Panathenaic Festivals held between the 6th century BC to the 2nd century BC. Painted amphorae were also used for funerary purposes. The loutrophoros, a type of amphora, was used principally for funeral rites. Outsize vases were also used as grave markers, while some amphorae were used as containers for the ashes of the dead.
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1. The Origins of the Modern Corkscrew
October 30, 2008
Although there are many early references to the existence of the corkscrew, there is no proof as to when the first corkscrew appeared. It is in the early 18th century required the sustained use of such a cork removing device was required, due to the development of wine storage techniques and advancements in the field of glassware. Initial wine produce was stored in terracotta amphora’s, and was later stored in wooden barrels. But wine was only make for short term consumption, and was not stored or aged as it is nowadays. Wine spoiled if not consumed. Wine glasses and decanters were use... (read more)
Author: Tom Freeman
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2. INSTEAD SCIENCES, INC.Announces Plans For Launch Of MICROBICIDE EXPECTED To Prevention STD'S & HIV
June 26, 2008
LA JOLLA, CA (March 24, 2008)- Today, Instead Sciences, Inc. announced that its microbicidal personal lubricant, Amphora, which has been cleared as safe for human use by the FDA, has shown promising results in clinical studies to also prevent the contraction of certain sexually transmitted diseases, including HSV (Herpes), gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and HIV. In light of the revealing report published earlier this month by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) stating that one in four teenagers has a sexually transmitted infection, the announcement of a microbicide which may prevent the sprea... (read more)
Author: Christia Gordon
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3. Launch of microbicide expected to AID in the prevention of STD'S and HIV
April 16, 2008
LA JOLLA, CA (March 24, 2008)- Today, Instead Sciences, Inc. announced that its microbicidal personal lubricant, Amphora, which has been cleared as safe for human use by the FDA, has shown promising results in clinical studies to also prevent the contraction of certain sexually transmitted diseases, including HSV (Herpes), gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and HIV. In light of the revealing report published earlier this month by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) stating that one in four teenagers has a sexually transmitted infection, the announcement of a microbicide which may prevent the sprea... (read more)
Author: Christia Gordon
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4. Printed Mugs - Special Offer for Clients
September 05, 2007
Ever since the first time a wily merchant gifted a favored customer an amphora of wine or a length of embroidered silk at no extra charge, businessmen have started using the concept of free gifting to promote their businesses. Nowadays, it’s a fairly common practice to distribute attractive printed promotional items like pens, key rings, caps and badges during trade fairs and conferences. These gifts are distributed both as appreciation gifts for purchasing from the stall and also given away free, as a part of the promotional strategy. Gifting promotional items is like an art, and the secret t... (read more)
Author: Gareth Parkin
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