Bog oak quern

Highlands

This object has been included in the gallery because its purpose is a bit of a mystery. It is believed to be a type of wooden quern made from bog oak. It was found in the Crinan peat bog and is a much sturdier specimen than it would appear. Querns were used from ancient times to grind grain. More usually they are made from stone.

Material: bog oak

Size: diam 305 mm x H 152 mm

Sources: West Highland Museum