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Currach Paddle
E6 Currach Paddle
Currach Paddle
Currach Paddle

E6 Currach Paddle

Date13th - 14th Century
Object NamePaddle
Mediumwood
ClassificationsArchaeology Excavated
DimensionsLength: 885 mm; Blade Length: 250 mm
AcquisitionExcavated in 1977.
LocationOn Display - Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Object numberABDMS003766
About MeThis medieval oak paddle was probably used for propelling a small boat or currach. Originally it had a T-shaped handle, part of which is now broken.

Many shells and fish bones have been found on archaeological sites in the city.

This shows that medieval Aberdonians would have eaten lots of fish, from both the sea and from rivers.