Detail from the stone found near Perth. PIC: Contributed.
A large Pictish stone decorated with what appears to be a big nosed warrior holding a spear and a club has been found by workmen on the outskirts of Perth.
Work on the upgrade to the A85/A9 junction was halted following the discovery with archaeologists called in to examine the stone.
Mark Hall, of Perth Museum & Art Gallery said the stone carried a type of Pictish carving not seen before in the area.
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