Record ID: SF-533082
Object type: COSMETIC PESTLE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy cosmetic pestle of probable Romano-British date. It is curved in form, oval shaped in section expanding towards a rounded tip. At the opposite end is an integrally cast circular loop with grooved collar and central circular aperture. There appears to be no evidence for decoration and the entire object has a mid green patina. It measures 50.65mm in length, 6.50mm in width, 6.19mm in thickness (10.75mm in thickness/height at suspension loop) and 8.90g in weight. This is a cosmetic pestle designed for use in conjunction with a mortar. Similar examples are n…
Created on: Friday 10th February 2012
Last updated: Thursday 1st September 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ousden', grid reference and parish protected.