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Findspot record TR 35 NW 123 - Mesolithic adze
Summary
A Mesolithic adze was found by Mr L Danton at Poulders Farm, Sandwich
Location
| Grid reference | TR 322 583 (point) FCE |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TR35NW |
| County | KENT |
| District | DOVER, KENT |
| Civil Parish | SANDWICH, DOVER, KENT |
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Full Description
TR 322583. A mesolithic Adze was found by Mr L Danton while cultivating at Poulders Farm, Sandwich. The flint (see illustration card) is made of black flint with brown veining and is 17.2cms long and weighs 333grams. The area was probably tidal marsh on the edge of the Wantsum Channel in mesolithic times. The Adze is being presented to the Regal Museum, Canterbury by the landowner, Mr D Larkins. (1 - 2)
<1> KARU Record Card No p (OS Card Reference). SKE45593.
<2> KAR 71 1983 14-15 (J D Ogilvie) (OS Card Reference). SKE45414.
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Record last edited
Apr 27 2023 4:52PM