
What is recorded here
This brushed metal commemorative plaque records: Eagle Rock Cramond - The worn carving above has been supposed to be an eagle carved by the Roman garrison of Cramond. Whether it is an eagle or whether it is even Roman is unknown. Cared for by Historic Scotland. Recorded plaque organisation: Historic Scotland.
The carving on Eagle Rock in Cramond has been speculated to be an eagle carved by the Roman garrison, though its origin and exact nature remain uncertain; it is cared for by Historic Scotland as a site of potential historical significance.
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Photo: Calum McRoberts on Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0