Brick, Fragment, Roman; H9731.1

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Description

A fragment of Roman brick, roughly triangular in profile, with a sticker on the largest face identifying it as "Roman Brick" from "St Albans" in blue biro. The outer surfaces of the fragment are a deep orange in colour while the internal colour is a darker maroon. Layers or striations are clearly visible in the section of the brick, which tapers to a flattened platform representing the opposite side of the tile. Small white and brown inclusions are visible throughout the fabric and the bottom edge below the label has remnants of adhesive.

Classification

BUILDINGS Fittings & Materials brick
ARCHAEOLOGY Roman masonry fragment

Production date

43 CE-410 CE

Production place

England

Measurements

L37mm x W35mm x D21mm

Media/Materials description

Pottery
Paper
Ink

Signature/Marks

label

History and use

This small, triangular object is a fragment of Roman brick, or possibly tile. It was collected from the St Albans area, England.

Associated person

Samuel Emmett

Registration number

H9731.1

Brick, Fragment, Roman

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