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Fragments of a glass bottle
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From Torwoodlee, Selkirkshire
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These two fragments from the handle of a glass bottle were found at Torwoodlee in Selkirkshire. They are from a Roman object which found its way to a native site sometime between 80 and 200 AD.
Portions of vessels of bluish-green glass, from Torwoodlee, Selkirkshire
Although the Roman occupation in Scotland was strictly military, it did result in a number of fine objects being imported. These spread by various means to the population around the camps, where they were used as status symbols in the local society.
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- Online ID: 000-100-037-861-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland X.GA 367
- Date: Between 80 and 200 AD
- Material: Glass, bluish-green
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- What: Vessel / handle / neck / rim / portion
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- Where: Scotland, Selkirkshire, Caddonfoot, Torwoodlee
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