Lead plug

Made:
200-200

Lead plug, probably from a water system, Roman, 200BC to 200AD

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A635874
Materials:
lead and iron
Measurements:
diameter 56 mm
height 44 mm
type:
water plugs

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