Clay brick

A 17th-century clay brick found in the River Thames. From a 17th century barge, carrying bricks, excavated On the bank of the Thames between Blackfriars and Southwark Bridge. The use and large-scale production of bricks began in this period.

Object Details

ID: REL0756
Collection: Relics
Type: Brick
Display location: Display - Maritime London Gallery
Date made: 17th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 63 mm x 229 mm x 114 mm
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