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inscriptions on copper plates

Inscriptions on copper plates are engraved messages or records, often used historically for official decrees, religious texts, or administrative purposes. These metal plates, engraved with text or illustrations, were durable and could be stored or duplicated by making impressions on other materials like paper or cloth. The inscriptions typically include language, dates, names, and important information, serving as permanent records. They offer valuable insights into historical events, cultures, and governance, providing tangible links to the past. Copper plate inscriptions are important archaeological artifacts that help us understand historical communication methods and societal organization.