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Findspot record TR 05 SE 34 - Neolithic tranchet axe, Godmersham
Summary
A Neolithic tranchet axe was found in a field near Godmersham after ploughing. This 'Thames Pick' handaxe was found with several worked flints and after further searching in the area a small, narrow chisel of white patinated flint 10.5cm in length was also found. The present location of these artefacts is uncertain.
Location
| Grid reference | TR 0610 5040 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR05SE |
| County | KENT |
| District | ASHFORD, KENT |
| Civil Parish | GODMERSHAM, ASHFORD, KENT |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
TR 01825105. Challock (sic). Several work flints, including a Thames Pick, with tranchet cutting edge found in a field after ploughing by Mr L Foster, 5 Forest House, Challock. A further search, in the vicinity yielded a small, narrow chisel of white patinated flint 10.5cm in length. (1)
<1> Arch Cant 88 1973 217 (J Bradshaw) (OS Card Reference). SKE35943.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1>XY SKE35943 OS Card Reference: Arch Cant 88 1973 217 (J Bradshaw). [Mapped feature: #40380 find, ]
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Record last edited
Nov 17 2021 12:51PM