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Roman pottery lamp
Portion of the body of the lamp only. Inscription 'FORTIS' on base.
Oil lamps were filled with vegetable/olive oil or sometimes animal fat as a fuel, the nozzle would contain a wick for lighting. ‘Fortis’ was a popular lamp maker name from Northern Italy. These lamps were produced on a massive scale and exported, much like commercial goods are today. The names were often copied by local producers.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
31.78/14.1
Find Information
Site Name: Priory, Caerleon
Notes: found in the 'Walks' field in front of the Priory
Measurements
length / mm:82.0
width / mm:55.0
thickness / mm:9.0 (rim)
height / mm:29.0
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