Pilum Point
Description
Iron pilum point from the Roman site at Newstead (Trimontium), 80 - 180 AD. Pilum heads were weapons believed to be used to pierce armour. Image © National Museums Scotland.
Object Information
Date Created:
1st-2nd Century CE
Local ID:
X.FRA 218
Collection:
National Museums Scotland
Place of Creation/Discovery:
Trimontium
Materials:
Iron
Cultural Attribution:
Roman
Period:
1st-2nd Century CE
Classification:
Weaponry, Military
Rights:
National Museums Scotland