NHER 18573 (Monument record) - Possible Roman furnace
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Summary
In 1982 pieces of iron slag were recovered from the ground surface at this location. It is possible these fragments of metal working debris relate to a Roman furnace.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG21NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | STRATTON STRAWLESS, BROADLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
30 November 1982.
Iron slag.
Identified by D. Smith (NCM, Natural History).
3 December 1982. Site visit by D. Edwards (NAU).
Material identified was found in/on bank on west side of garden and unstratified.
Large fragment seen, indicating furnace 45cm in diameter. Other fragments have been given away by finder in past.
No associated finds. Sample now held by NCM.
D. Edwards (NAU) 6 December 1982.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (3)
Object Types (2)
- METAL WORKING DEBRIS (Undated)
- METAL WORKING DEBRIS (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD)
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Record last edited
Nov 20 2008 9:11AM