Bronze Terret, Crossmichael

Wheatcroft Farm, Crossmichael
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.
Object no :
SWAK008
Collection :
Warfare
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
NA
Materials :
NA
Location :
Wheatcroft Farm, Crossmichael
Related site :
Mark Farm, Castle Kennedy
2 Fmedia2 F8495762 FSWAK008a201997 32 0120 Terret

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