Shield edging

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This tiny fragment of bronze shield edging was found at Traprain Law in East Lothian. It dates from between 0 and 400 AD.

The shield edging is U-sectioned and has been repaired. It would have been used to protect the edge of a wooden sword.

The large defended hillfort at Traprain Law was an important site in Iron Age Scotland. A large number of Roman and native objects have been found from there, showing that the native population prospered in its contacts with the Romans.

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• Online ID: 000-100-039-963-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.GVM 299
• Date: Between 0 and 400 AD
  
• Material: Bronze; U-shaped; outer cover riveted on; repaired
  
• Dimensions: 1.85" L
  
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• Where: Scotland, East Lothian, Traprain Law
  
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• Description: Bronze shield edging from Traprain Law
  
• References:
  • Burley, Elizabeth. Metal-work from Traprain Law. Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 89 (1955-1956), 118-226, no. 299. 
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