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Spearhead

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From Urquhart Castle, near Drumnadrochit, Inverness-Shire

This iron spearhead was found at Urquhart Castle near Drumnadrochit in Inverness-shire. It dates from between the 13th and 15th century.

The spearhead has a diamond section.

Urquhart Castle commanded a strategic position on Loch Ness. It was vital to the Scottish crown's control of the northern and western Highlands.

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Online ID: 000-100-000-283-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland H.HY 43
Date: Between the 13th and 15th century
Material: Iron
Dimensions: 155 mm
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Subject: Finds from Urquhart Castle (NMAS Classification)
Who:
Where: Scotland, Inverness-shire, Glen Urquhart, Urquhart Castle
Event:
Description: Socketed spearhead of iron, diamond section, from Urquhart Castle
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