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Monument record TQ 84 SW 3 - Roman urns and ritual shaft, Leggs Wood? Frittenden
Summary
Two Roman urns were reportedly found in a deep shaft in 1858. They were identified as black earthenware, similar to Upchurch ware. They were dated by type to the late 1st or early 2nd century A.D. Further surveying of the hole indicated evidence of decayed vegetable matter, but also timberwork suggesting a ritual use for the pit.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 8033 4039 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ84SW |
| County | KENT |
| District | TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
| Civil Parish | FRITTENDEN, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, KENT |
Map
Type and Period (2)
Full Description
<1> Arch J 15 1858 165 (RC Hussey) (OS Card Reference). SKE36586.
<2> F1 AC 7.2.64 (OS Card Reference). SKE41851.
<3> Arch Cant 83 1968 263-4 plate (Kelly) (OS Card Reference). SKE35770.
<4> Studies in Ancient Europe ed Coles and Simpson 1968 257 264 (A Ross) (OS Card Reference). SKE49702.
<5> Field report for monument TQ 84 SW 3 - February, 1964 (Bibliographic reference). SKE4386.
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SKE36586 OS Card Reference: Arch J 15 1858 165 (RC Hussey).
- <2> SKE41851 OS Card Reference: F1 AC 7.2.64.
- <3>XY SKE35770 OS Card Reference: Arch Cant 83 1968 263-4 plate (Kelly). [Mapped feature: #27890 Find, ]
- <4> SKE49702 OS Card Reference: Studies in Ancient Europe ed Coles and Simpson 1968 257 264 (A Ross).
- <5> SKE4386 Bibliographic reference: Field report for monument TQ 84 SW 3 - February, 1964.
Finds (0)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 26 2021 1:10PM