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Findspot record TQ 44 NW 18 - Mesolithic axe
Summary
A Mesolithic axe was found by Mr P J Gray in river gravels at Devil's Den.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 438 452 (point) LO |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ44NW |
| Civil Parish | EDENBRIDGE, SEVENOAKS, KENT |
| District | SEVENOAKS, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
TQ 438452. A late mesolithic type axe was found by Mr P J Gray of Dormans land in river gravels at Devil's Den. It is of pinkish grey flint with lighter spots, stained ochre and in excellent condition. Mr D.N. Broadfoot of the West Kent Border Group suggests that the axe resembles W.F. Rankine's West Surrey type 11B also known as a Thames pick. The axe is now in private ownership. (1)
<1> KAR 19 1970 29 illus (J M Harding) (OS Card Reference). SKE45249.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SKE45249 OS Card Reference: KAR 19 1970 29 illus (J M Harding). [Mapped feature: #26409 find, ]
Finds (1)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Mar 4 2021 12:11PM