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Rotary Quern (Lower Stone)

Origin

Monte Padrão, Monte Córdova, Santo Tirso.

Material

Grey (M31) and pink (R15) granite.

Description

Lower stone of a rotary quern. Circular outline, slightly asymmetrical, with a central perforation of conical profile and vertical sides. Conical section, with a sloping upper surface. Polished upper face, with clear traces of use. Flat, even base.

Classification and chronology

Type … / Monte Padrão - Phase VI/VII

Dimensions

Diameter: 400 mm; Rim height: 80 mm; Maximum height: 145 mm.

Deposit

MMAP [PAD. s/n.º]

Bibli.

Unpublished.