Plumb Bob, Carzield

Carzield Roman fort
A cone shaped fragment of bronze with a rectangular section protruding from a flat end, possibly to a hold cord, this is most likely a Roman plumb bob. 
Object no :
RPD0166
Collection :
Craft, industry and trade
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
length & overall 34mm diameter & maximum 15mm
Materials :
Bronze & metal
Location :
Carzield Roman fort
Related site :
Carzield
Accession number :
DUMFM:1955.97
Copyright :
NA
2 Fmedia2 F5684572 FRPD0166n

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