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    Epigraphy
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    Epigraphy

    Epigraphy

    Epigraphy

    The further from centre, the more strongly this hobby leans that way. Your quiz answers are scored against exactly these fifteen.

    • RestfulPhysical
    • IndoorsOutdoors
    • SolitarySocial
    • PracticalCreative
    • InstinctiveTechnical
    • Hands-offHands-on
    • RelaxedCompetitive
    • CautiousDaring
    • Quick winsPatient
    • PrivatePerformer
    • MinimalistCollector
    • Just do itStudious
    • Low-kitGear-heavy
    • AnalogDigital
    • ObjectsLiving things

    Studying inscriptions on stone, coins and buildings, working out the lettering and abbreviations to recover the text.

    Science & Curiositychallengingquietdone alonesedentarywants a few hoursdeep focus
    This weekendTime to first win
    A few hoursA session
    Indoors or outWhere

    Step 1: Get into a free inscription database.

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    What you need

    3 things
    The honest floor, taking the cheapest option in each$34

    How we make money: if you buy through one of these we take a small cut, and the price is the same either way. The cheapest option that works is always listed first.

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    The path

    15 quests
    ASetting up2 things to sort, in any order$8
    • Get into a free inscription database
    • Get an introductory textbook
    BThen the quests
    • Read the date off an inscription in Roman numerals
    • Read a simple Roman inscription with a guide
    • Find a real inscription in a museum
    12 more, revealed as you go
    Start Epigraphy to tick these off
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