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This figurine, possibly of pewter, was found at the site of the Roman fort at Elginhaugh in Midlothian. It dates from between 79 and 87 AD.

The figurine depicts a dancing boy wearing a cloth around his waist. Part of his left arm and right foot are missing.

Although the Roman occupation in Scotland was strictly military, it did result in a number of fine objects being imported. Many 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: 000-100-104-752-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.1997.527
• Date: 79 - 87 AD
  Between 79 and 87 AD
  
• Material: Pewter?
  Figurine / goddess
  
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• What: Figurine / goddess
  
• Subject:
• Who: Cupid
  
• Where: Scotland, Midlothian, Elginhaugh
  
• Event:
• Description: Cupid figurine, possibly in pewter, from the site of the Roman fort at Elginhaugh, Midlothian, 79 - 87 AD
  
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