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From Inchtuthil, Perthshire

Postcard of Tile.
000-100-037-753-C
© National Museums Scotland

Tile

This roof tile was found at the site of the Roman fort at Inchtuthil in Perthshire. It was used sometime between 79 and 87 AD.

Tegula or flanged tile from Inchtuthill

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: 000-100-037-753-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.FY 120
Date: Between 79 and 87 AD
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Dimensions: 450 mm L
What: Tegula / tile, flanged
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Where: Scotland, Perthshire, Caputh, Inchtuthill
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