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Door handle of iron
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From Newstead, Roxburghshire
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This iron door handle was found during excavations at the site of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. It was used sometime between 80 and 180 AD.
Door handle consisting of an iron ring with attached loop, from Newstead
Concern with security is nothing new. The Romans built doors with handles, hooks and levers. Complicated lock and key mechanisms were also fitted to doors and chests, as evidenced by the large number of keys which have been found.
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- Online ID: 000-100-037-000-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland X.FRA 367
- Date: Between 80 and 180 AD
- Material: Iron; with loop attached
Door handle - Dimensions: 4.13" D
- What: Door handle
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- Who: Newstead Collection
- Where: Scotland, Roxburghshire, Melrose, Newstead
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