Crystal

This crystal in a conical setting was found at Lochspouts Crannog in Ayrshire. It was probably valued as an amulet sometime between 500 and 1000.

Conical setting of crystal, from Lochspouts Crannog, Ayrshire, between 500 and 1000 AD

Rock crystal has long been valued as a special material with magical properties. In the medieval period, it was thought to have strong healing powers.

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Online ID:	000-100-102-603-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.HW 22
Date:	Between 500 and 1000 Between 500 and 1000 AD
Material:	Crystal; circular
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What:	Setting, conical
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Where:	Scotland, Ayrshire, Lochspouts Crannog
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