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This curved roof tile (also known as an imbrex) was found at the site of the Roman fort at Mumrills in Stirlingshire. It was probably made locally for or by the army between 140 and 165 AD.

Imbrex or curved tile from Mumrills

Before the Romans, homes were made with local materials, most of which have long decayed. The Romans introduced a range of new building materials such as plaster, mortar and cement. Tiles and bricks were used for roofing and internal fittings.

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• Online ID: 000-100-037-541-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.FRB 381
• Date: Between 140 and 165 AD
  
• Material: Semi cylindrical
  Imbrex / tile, curved
  
• Dimensions: 15.00" L
  
• What: Imbrex / tile, curved
  
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• Where: Scotland, Stirlingshire, Falkirk, Mumrills
  
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