Lot 696
A Sizable Tile Fragment with the Tenth Legion Stamp. Israel, Jerusalem, late 1st - 2nd century AD. The tile, a paver, like the previous example, is fashioned from a gritty orange-tan clay and hard-fired. Again, a square of 7" on each side, and about 1-1/2" thick. Here about two thirds of the tile present. Of the legionary stamp, "LEG X" remains. The impression bold, and the letters stand out clear. The tile face clean and with little wear. On the back a thick layer of the mortar still adheres; this, interestingly shows the use of crushed shell as filler. A fine example, and very affordable. Size: 7" x 6".
Estimated Value $400 - 500.
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