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Four pieces of rubbed pumice
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From Rinyo, Rousay, Orkney
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These four pieces of rubbed pumice were found at Rinyo on Rousay in Orkney. They were used between 3000 and 2500 BC, perhaps for cleaning hides.
Four pieces of rubbed pumice, from Rinyo, Rousay, Orkney
Pieces of pumice are often found on Scottish coastal sites, perhaps drifting from Iceland. Some, such as these, were probably used as abrasives in activities such as cleaning hides. Others show no sign of wear and were perhaps used as fishing floats.
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- Online ID: 000-100-040-910-C
- Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
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National Museums Scotland
Project description View all records in project - Ref: National Museums Scotland X.HDA 286
- Date: Between 3000 and 2500 BC
- Material: Pumice; rubbed
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- What: Pumice / portion
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- Where: Scotland, Orkney, Rousay, Bigland, Rinyo
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