This unusual anchor was found in peat at Camuscross on the Isle of Skye by Graeme MacKenzie, a local crofter. The fact it was found below a formation of peat suggest it may be of great antiquity. The anchor is currently undergoing conservation with the Scottish Conservation Studio and has been recorded in 3D by the SAMPHIRE team. The anchor was found in 2009 and was the subject of much discussion in the media about its age. Although there is no evidence of it being a Viking era anchor we hope to narrow down its age through further analysis and comparison with similar finds. For more info see blogs.wessexarch.co.uk/samphire/2014/06/25/camuscross-anchor-recording