07-02-2003, 03:22 PM
Rather belated thanks too Rich!<br>
I must admit I was rather surprised to learn that oil lamps were very rare in Britain in non urban or military locations. I was wondering about this.<br>
Could it have been because rural folk (I guess this wouldn't have included the upper classes) were simply less Romanized and this would be reflected in the prevalence of other Roman artefacts too?<br>
Perhaps it was the economic factor? I guess tallow for candles was cheaper and more readily available than oil. <br>
Any ideas welcome!<br>
<br>
Jackie. <p></p><i></i>
I must admit I was rather surprised to learn that oil lamps were very rare in Britain in non urban or military locations. I was wondering about this.<br>
Could it have been because rural folk (I guess this wouldn't have included the upper classes) were simply less Romanized and this would be reflected in the prevalence of other Roman artefacts too?<br>
Perhaps it was the economic factor? I guess tallow for candles was cheaper and more readily available than oil. <br>
Any ideas welcome!<br>
<br>
Jackie. <p></p><i></i>
