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Two Roman Nails

Acquisition number: 2012.13

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Two Roman Nails.

Iron. Found near Perth, Scotland.

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Title: Two Roman Nails

Acquisition number: 2012.13

Author or editor: Glen Goodwin

Culture or period: Roman Imperial

Date: c. 2nd century AD?

Material: Metal - Iron

Object type: Tools and instruments

Dimensions: 74mm (l)

Origin region or location: United Kingdom

Origin city: Perth.

Display case or on loan: 11

Keywords: Roman, Imperial, Britain, Perth

2012.13
Two Roman Nails
Length: 74mm; 57mm.
Iron. Found near Perth, Scotland.
Presented by Aminah Kazak, in the names of her children Laila and Rashid Kazak.

The nails have been examined by Matasha McConchie, and are most probably Roman.  A number of Roman forts and camps are in the Perth area.