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The 1988 sample came from a medieval repair woven into an older cloth.

The 1988 sample came from a medieval repair woven into an older cloth.

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Where it stands

DisputedOne piece of evidence for, one against. It needs two reviews to be accepted.

What it predicts

  • The sampled corner contains cotton, dye or a different weave from the main cloth.

What would rule it out

  • Textile analysis of the dated threads showing they are identical to the main cloth.

Evidence 1 for · 1 against

The questions it answers

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Mysteries Department. (2026). The 1988 sample came from a medieval repair woven into an older cloth. [Answer ANS0CWY2KFE5S4W]. https://mysteriesdept.com/r/ANS0CWY2KFE5S4W
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