RecordScabbard mouth< 1 of 1 > Back From Traprain Law, East Lothian
Scabbard mouthThis bronze scabbard mouth was found at Traprain Law in East Lothian. It dates from between 0 and 400 AD. The mount would have strengthened and stiffened the end of a scabbard of wood or leather to allow a sword to be sheathed and drawn easily. Its small size showed that the sword had a narrow blade. The large defended hillfort at Traprain Law was an important site in Iron Age Scotland. A large number of Roman and native objects have been found from there, showing that the native population prospered in its contacts with the Romans. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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