Brooch

This enamelled bronze brooch was found at the site of the Roman fort at Camelon in Stirlingshire. The brooch dates from between 80 and 165 AD. This picture shows the back of the brooch.

The small disc brooch is convex. It is damaged around the edges.

Brooches were used to fasten clothing, and are understandably a common find on Roman sites. Disc brooches found in Britain were often decorated with enamel or inlaid glass.

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Online ID:	000-190-002-092-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland X.FX 199
Date:	80 - 165 AD Between 80 and 165 AD
Material:	Bronze, enamelled; circular convex
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Where:	Scotland, Stirlingshire, Falkirk, Camelon
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Description:	Enamelled brooch of bronze found at the site of the Roman fort at Camelon, Stirlingshire, 80 - 165 AD
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