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Findspot record TQ 56 NW 36 - Mesolithic pick
Summary
A Mesolithic/Neolithic axe, alternatively identified as a Thames Pick, was found at Fountains Hoy, Eynsford. The interpretation of the object as a pick is by no means certain.
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 534 661 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TQ56NW |
| Civil Parish | EYNSFORD, SEVENOAKS, KENT |
| District | SEVENOAKS, KENT |
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Full Description
[Area TQ 534 662] A flat based celt 5.5 inches long (probably Neolithic) was found at Fountain Hoy, Eynsford. (1) This is noted as being a Thames pick, in Manchester Museum, (0.5122). (2) This classification is not confirmed although further investigation is being carried out. [This pick may be a duplication of TQ 56 NW 76] (3)
<1> PPSEA 3 1919 22 272 Fig 65A (H Dewey) (OS Card Reference). SKE48626.
<2> London Museum Records (OS Card Reference). SKE46154.
<3> Letter (Manchester Univ Museum Curator 14.1.64) (OS Card Reference). SKE46056.
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Record last edited
Apr 16 2021 3:23PM