Photo Credit: National Museum Scotland
A significant archaeological find has emerged from Scotland - a 1,000-year-old ring discovered at a site once occupied by the Picts. John Ralph, a retired engineer with a background from the University of Aberdeen, made this discovery on the last day of a dig at the historic Burghead Fort. This fort, situated on a land promontory, was largely obscured by 19th-century developments in the town of Burghead.
The Picts, known for their tattoos and resistance to Roman rule, left behind limited written records, according to a Live Science report. Artefacts like this ring are crucial for understanding their culture. Dr Noble explained that the ring, along with other metalworking evidence from the site, indicates that Burghead was a prominent site during the Pictish era.
The ring is now being examined by the National Museum of Scotland. Dr Noble's team will investigate whether the ring was made on-site and who might have been its intended recipient. This analysis aims to shed light on the Pictish craftsmanship and the significance of the ring within their society.
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