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An experimental archaeology project in Scotland is recreating ancient vellum techniques from a ninth-century monastery site, potentially uncovering the origins of famous manuscripts like the Book of Kells. Master craftsman Thomas Keyes is building a replica washing tank at Portmahomack, the only known early medieval vellum workshop in northern Europe. The project aims to match new samples to originals, settling debates and revealing more about early medieval Scotlands craft skills.

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