Crucible Fragment
Name/Title
Crucible FragmentEntry/Object ID
L.2021.156Description
Fragment of a crucible from Edgerston, Roxburghshire.Use
Crucibles were used for melting small amounts of bronze and iron prior to casting the metal for further use.Collection
National Museums ScotlandCategory
Crucible
Tools
Acquisition
Accession
X.HH 854Source (if not Accessioned)
National Museums of ScotlandNotes
LoanMade/Created
Time Period
1st - 2nd centuryEthnography
Cultural Region
Continent
EuropeCulture/Tribe
Romano British