from Mumrills, Stirlingshire
This iron spearhead was found at the site of the Roman fort at Mumrills in Stirlingshire. It probably formed part of the equipment of a member of the auxiliary infantry. The spear was used between 80 and 180 AD.
Portion of an iron spearhead, from Mumrills
There were two classes of Roman soldiers: the elite legionary and the ordinary auxiliary, each with its own equipment. Every soldier, infantry and cavalry, was fully equipped. Military equipment was mass produced.
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