From Kelso Abbey, Borders
This cooking pot was found during excavations at Kelso Abbey in the Borders in 1975-6. It dates from the 12th century.
The pot has straight sides and a largely complete base.
Kelso Abbey was established in 1128 by a group of monks who came to Scotland from Tiron in France. The monks were granted extensive land, which brought rent and taxes to the monastery.
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