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Rotary Quern [Lower Stone]

Origin

Monte Padrão, Monte Córdova, Santo Tirso.

Material

Beige granite (K73)

Description

Lower stone of a rotary quern. Irregular circular outline with central perforation of conical profile and vertical sides. Conical section with flattened upper surface. Upper face polished, with clear traces of use.

Classification and chronology

Type … / Monte Padrão – Phase VI

Dimensions

Maximum diameter: 330 mm; Maximum height: 120 mm; Central perforation diameter: 45 mm; Height of lateral faces: 85 mm.

Deposit

MMAP [s/n.º]

Bibli.

Unpublished.