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The Iron Age

Warfare

Bronze Terret, Crossmichael

Period:
Iron Age
Description:

A bronze terret from the Iron Age, found at Wheatcroft Farm, Crossmichael.

Terrets held the guide reins for steering the horses pulling a chariot. Chariots were commonly used in warfare in the Iron Age, and were a mark of high status.

Place of Discovery:
Wheatcroft Farm, Crossmichael
Source:
The Stewartry Museum
Accession number:
1997.32.01
Digital Number:
SWAK008


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