Find Spot record 2283 - BREASCLETE
Summary
Findspot of cast and hammered lead disc
Location
| Grid reference | NB 22000 34600 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NB23SW |
| Island | Lewis |
| Parish | UIG, Western Isles |
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Full Description
NB23SW 36 220 346
NB 220 346 A lead disc was dug up in a vegetable garden, beside the old farm buildings at Riverdale. It measures 43mm in diameter and 5-6mm thick, and weighs 100-101g. It was possibly cast as a large drop of molten lead and was hammered around the edge and on the top. There are two small holes driven into the cold metal. Purpose unknown. The find was brought to our notice by Mrs C MacIver, Breasclete, and is with the reporters.
M R and G R Curtis 1996
M R and G R Curtis and Curtis, 1996a, Discovery and Excavation, Scotland, 110-111 (Bibliographic reference). SWE39105.
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SWE39105 Bibliographic reference: M R and G R Curtis and Curtis. 1996a. Discovery and Excavation, Scotland. 110-111. 110-111.
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Protected Status/Designation
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Record last edited
Jul 28 2005 2:24PM
