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Iron object, possibly a pen nib
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From Strageath, Perthshire
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This iron object, possibly a pen nib, was found at the site of the Roman outpost fort at Strageath in Perthshire. It was used between 140 and 165 AD.
Pen-nib from Strageath, Perthshire, 140 - 165 AD
Brought to Scotland by the Romans, writing was vital to the bureaucracy created by the army. It was usually made by pen and ink on thin leaves of wood, or by a stylus on wax and wooden tablets.
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- Online ID: 000-100-103-295-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.1997.285
- Date: 140 - 165 AD
Between 140 and 165 AD - Material: Nib, pen
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- What: Nib, pen
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- Where: Scotland, Perthshire, Muthill, Strageath
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