Smithsonian Magazine

A Rare Medieval Hair-Styling Tool Was Found at Scotland’s Eilean Donan Castle

The artifact is part of a large assemblage of excavated artifacts recently acquired by National Museums Scotland ...
BBC

'Incredibly rare' medieval hair tool found at Highland castle

An "incredibly rare" item of medieval high fashion has been uncovered at a Highland castle, say archaeologists. The hair accessory called a gravoir dates from the 13th Century and was discovered ...
The Independent

Stunning ancient rudimentary hairpin found during Highland castle excavation

A rare 13th-century hair styling tool, known as a gravoir, has been acquired by National Museums Scotland (NMS) following its discovery during an excavation. This ancient, rudimentary hairpin, the ...
The Scotsman

The 13th century Scottish castle that's among the most romantic proposal destinations on the planet

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Archaeology

Medieval Hair Styling Tool Recovered at Scottish Castle

EILEAN DONAN, SCOTLAND—The iconic Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most picturesque spots in Scotland and has even appeared in Hollywood films. According to a statement released by National Museums ...
Daily Record

Excavations at historic Highland castle reveal rare 13th century hair styling tool

A rare 13th-century hair-styling tool has been added to National Museums Scotland’s (NMS) collection after being uncovered during excavations at Eilean Donan Castle in the Highlands. The gravoir, a ...