Pruning hook

This iron pruning hook was found at the site of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. It could have been used for a wide range of tasks including pruning, gathering leaves or chopping sticks. It dates from between 80 and 180 AD.

The pruning hook has a socket for attaching it to a wooden handle. The very acute angle of the blade is a result of later damage.

Various agricultural implements, including scythes, sickles, rakes and hoes were found at the Roman fort of Newstead, suggesting that some cultivation occurred near the site.

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Online ID:	000-100-036-951-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.FRA 285
Date:	Between 80 and 180 AD
Material:	Iron; socketed, with blade recurved at a very acute angle
Dimensions:	5.00" L
What:	Hook, pruning
Subject:
Who:	Newstead Collection
Where:	Scotland, Roxburghshire, Melrose, Newstead
Event:
Description:	Iron pruning hook from Newstead
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