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Findspot record TR 23 NW 239 - Prehistoric lithic implement (broken) from Hawkinge Aerodrome, near Killing Wood
Summary
During occasional fieldwalking on the aerodrome site, prior to development, broken part of a flaked flint implement was found measuring 70mm by 56mm, by 16mm. Made of grey-brown flint.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 216 393 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR23NW |
| District | FOLKESTONE AND HYTHE, KENT |
| Civil Parish | HAWKINGE, SHEPWAY, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
During occasional fieldwalking on the aerodrome site, prior to development, part of a flaked axe was found measuring 70mm by 56mm, by 16mm. Made of grey-brown flint. Most likely Mesolithic or later but may be palaeolithic(1)
<1> Keene, M., 2001, Palaeolithic Axe From Hawkinge Aerodrome, KAR 146 page 131 (Article in serial). SKE8178.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SKE8178 Article in serial: Keene, M.. 2001. Palaeolithic Axe From Hawkinge Aerodrome. 146 Page 131. KAR 146 page 131.
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 16 2023 12:12PM