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Bronze fishhooks

This simple nail has U-shaped bends in three places and has one rolled-up and one sharp end. This is evidence that fishing took place in Grödner Bach stream (Ladin: Derjon) during the prehistoric period. The bronze hook was excavated together with other bronze utensils (clasps, nails, button, ring) in an Iron Age dwelling from the 4th to the 2nd century B.C. at Col de Flam. 

Two Iron Age grindstones

These two grindstones made of volcanic stone from Col de Flam excavation site were used for milling grain. Grindstones were pushed back and forth across a fixed grinding stone. This spherical grindstone exploded after being heated to a high temperature. This is a sign that a large blaze took place in the house that it was kept in. 

Fragments of a large ceramic bowl

A large, shallow, pan-like bowl with two side handles was unearthed during excavation of a floor in a Rhaetian dwelling south of Col de Flam historical farm side. The excavation work was carried out druing the extension of the from from St. Ulrich to St. Jakob and provided the first certain proof of an Iron Age settlement at Col de Flam.

Ceramic fragments from several vessels

In prehistoric dwellings, large ceramic containers were used to keep foodstuffs in. These coarse clay shards have decorative trims going around them, partly smooth, partly with indentations. The finds come from Rabanserhof in San Pietro at Laion, the original parish of Val Gardena. They were unearthed during excavation of a house from the mid Bronze Age (1500 - 1350 B.C.). 

Fragments of Alpine ceramic from the Laugen culture

The fragments of several 'classic' late Bronze Age jugs from the Laugen culture were found northwest of Resciesa upper cable car terminal. The jugs are characterised by two wartlike bumps on the side of the lip and have a thick handle with a ribbon-shaped profile. Research still has to clarify whether the finds are connected with a high place of worship or a burnt-down mountain shepherd's hut from the Bronze Age. 

Ceramic tile from Stufan

This terracotta tile features a vivid depiction of some musicians. In terms of its depicted content and original function, this object is difficult to interpret and categorize stylistically. It comes from Stufan farm, yet the exact circumstances of its discovery are unknown. Thermoluminescence dating techniques are therefore uncertain, 13th to beginning 15th century. 

Bronze and iron clasps

The famous Iron Age discovery site at Col de Flam contains a number of weapons and tools as well as various objects for adorning the person, which were used in rituals. Alongside bronze bracelets, rings and a bead, there are numerous fastening clasps for clothing made of bronze and iron. They have been dated back to 400 to 15th century B.C. according to their decorative features and shapes.

Bronze crossbow-shaped clasp

This fully preserved bronze clasp shaped like a crossbow is a chance discovery on the slopes of the Denti di Terra Rossa. The bow part is decorated with parallel notches, and its fastening ends in a knot. In ancient times, clasps were used to fasten clothing and were precursors of brooches and buttons. They are divided into lots of different types that are characteristic of certain cultures and eras. Some are for women, some for men.

Ornamental pin with spherical head

This fragmented bronze pin was found in Novale di Laion. It was primarily used to fasten women's clothing and is a precursor to the brooch. Clothing pins could also be worn as ornaments to indicate the social status of their wearer within the community. They were subject to fashion and their different shapes and decorations allow them to be ordered chronologically. This pin dates back to the late Bronze Age (1100-1000 B.C.).