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Short Description:
Cut of ditch feature
Issued to
Ben Swain | 27/07/2015
1028

Interpretation

    • A substantial, N-W linear feature positioned exactly where the inner precinct boundary ditch should be located.
      • Rita Baker
    • 13-8-2015

Sketch Photo

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Stratigraphic Matrix

Description

  • linear
  • no distinguishable corners - extends beyond LOE
  • Length – 0.75m+ Width – 3.00m Depth – 1.40m+
  • sharp
  • non distinguishable
  • vertical
  • steep
  • flat
  • N/A
  • none
  • Feature was identified in plan, but full extent remained obscured by subsoil deposit until final day of excavation. Once expanded, a second number (17020) was given - this is a duplicate - and should be regarded as a cut for the same feature. (not fully excavated due to health and safety constraints)

Finds

FindtypeQuantity (No. fragments)Weight (g)Notes
None

Feature

  • Feature: LA_1702
    • Monastic Inner Precinct Ditch and Bank

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