If your rotating surface is stable and your object basically will balance, a 
pile of clean sand can work.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Benjamin Carter" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, December 03, 2012 6:46 AM
Subject: Question regarding artifact mounts (for ArqBall Spins)


> Dear Histarchers,
>
> I am trying to create Arqball Spins (essentially a 360 degree image of
> an artifact). In order to do that, you place an object on a rotating
> stage (they sell one, but you can also use a lazy susan from an old
> cabinet). However, I have been having difficulty getting the object
> mounted. I need something that is unobstrusive and can be rotated. I
> would like to use a plasticine-like material that won't affect the
> artifact. I have done multiple searches, but I thought that those of you
> with more museum experience might be more knowledgeable about this. Any
> other suggestions for mounts would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Cheers,
> Ben Carter
> Muhlenberg College


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