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Early Medieval stone linen smoother
Utilised and decorated stone, possibly a slick-stone or linen-smoother of 9th or 10th century date. The stone is domed with a flat base. The stone is a quartz conglomerate. The top of the stone has been decorated with an oval ring. Analysis using a scanning electron microscope indicated that the inlay is composed of calcium carbonate and red ochre. The decoration has been inlaid into a recessed channel in the stone, formed by polishing. The base of the stone displays evidence of rubbing or polishing, consistent with its use as a slick-stone.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
2005.72H
Find Information
Site Name: Valley, Anglesey
Collection Method: surface find
Notes: Found in the garden of Glyn Dwr, Valley, Anglesey.
Measurements
maximum diameter / mm:98
diameter / mm
height / mm:51
weight / g:603.6
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