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Meet the Team - Ali

Name: Ali

Position: Project Officer

Site: Caledonian Pottery

Nationality: Scottish

How did you become involved in archaeology?

I had always been interested in Archaeology, and after a slight misadventure into Medicine, I changed to an Archaeology degree.

What aspect of the job do you enjoy the most?

I like working outside and that every day is different.

What has been your most interesting find?

A Roman coin I found at Culduthel, Inverness.  This was significant as it put Roman contact back by fifty to a hundred years in this area.  Also uncovering roundhouses at Culduthel during the evaluation phase.

What are your interests outside work?

Driving my new mini and going out for mini adventures, cultural pursuits and eating out when I can afford too.