Record ID: SWYOR-D4C6A7
Object type: COSMETIC MORTAR
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Leeds
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy Roman cosmetic mortar implement. Its shape resembles a thin concaved leaf, narrowing at the outer end. Its handle folds back underneath itself, where it spirals in. It has an even green patina and measures 62.73mm x 21.56mm x 8.99, weighing 11.74g. It probably dates to the 1st or 2nd century AD. Similar examples can be found on the database (NMGW-9759E6, BUC-E0C3B8).
Created on: Thursday 21st August 2008
Last updated: Saturday 9th February 2019
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