Once artifacts are transferred to museums, they are organized into collections, with each artifact conveying valuable information. These messages may encompass various aspects, such as historical, religious, economic, technological, and more. When an artifact is removed from its original context and provenance, its significance may either diminish or increase, depending on the associated documentation.
Furthermore, when an artifact enters a museum, it begins a “new life”: it is studied, displayed, restored, occasionally loaned to other institutions, or relocated. It is also positioned alongside numerous other artifacts, becoming part of a broader collection. Therefore, it is essential to document each artifact scientifically and uniquely, accounting for all its dimensions. Documenting museum collections is a critical step toward achieving the educational, research, and conservation objectives of museums.