Rake head

This rake head, formed from a burr of deerhorn, was found during excavations at the site of the Roman fort at Newstead in Roxburghshire. It was used sometime between 80 and 180 AD.

The deerhorn burr has been perforated with brow antler and tine attached.

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:	000-100-037-338-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 1160
Date:	Between 80 and 180 AD
Material:	Deerhorn, perforated with brow antler and tine attached
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What:	Rake, antler
Subject:
Who:	Newstead Collection
Where:	Scotland, Roxburghshire, Melrose, Newstead
Event:
Description:	Antler rake from Newstead
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