Brooch

This bronze ring brooch was found at Urquhart Castle near Drumnadrochit in Inverness-shire. It dates from the 14th or 15th century and was used to fasten a cloak or plaid. Brooches were mainly used by women, and pins by men.

The brooch is octagonal in shape with alternate panels decorated with 'V's and 'M's on one side, and on the other side with leafy scrolls.

Dating from the 12th century, Urquhart Castle commanded a strategic position on Loch Ness and was vital to the crown's control of the Highlands. It was partially blown up when evacuated by government forces in 1691 and thereafter decayed rapidly.

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Online ID:	000-100-000-266-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.HY 14
Date:	14th - 15th century 14th or 15th century
Material:	Copper alloy
Dimensions:	59 mm
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Subject:	Finds from Urquhart Castle (NMAS Classification)
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Where:	Scotland, Inverness-shire, Glen Urquhart, Urquhart Castle
Event:
Description:	Ring brooch of copper alloy of octagonal external shape, with four flat decorated panels on each side, from Urquhart Castle, 14th - 15th century
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