Spearhead

This iron spearhead was found at the site of the Roman fort at Mumrills in Stirlingshire. It probably formed part of the equipment of a member of the auxiliary infantry. The spear was used sometime between 80 and 180 AD.

The socket and part of the blade are imperfect.

There were two classes of Roman soldiers: the elite legionary and the ordinary auxiliary, each with its own equipment. Every soldier, infantry and cavalry, was fully equipped. Military equipment was mass produced.

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Online ID:	000-100-037-549-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.FRB 430
Date:	Between 80 and 180 AD
Material:	Iron; distinct midrib on blade
Dimensions:	7.25" L
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Where:	Scotland, Stirlingshire, Falkirk, Mumrills
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Description:	Iron spearhead with distinct midrib on blade, from Mumrills
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