Medieval face jug and other finds in 19th century pits at Purley Farm House, Coggeshall (EHER 80071)
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Summary
The trial trenching at Purley Farm House revealed two 19th century pits. The building material uncovered is likely from the demolition of buildings which previously inhabited the plot, such as those present on the historic mapping. The post-medieval pottery, whetstone, and animal bone suggests that these buildings were domestic. The medieval pottery recovered is indicative of medieval occupation in the vicinity of the development site.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 8561 2469 (20m by 28m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | COGGESHALL, BRAINTREE, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
May 2022. Trial trenching.
The trial trenching at Purley Farm House revealed two 19th century pits. The building material uncovered is likely from the demolition of buildings which previously inhabited the plot, such as those present on the historic mapping. The post-medieval pottery, whetstone, and animal bone suggests that these buildings were domestic. The medieval pottery recovered is indicative of medieval occupation in the vicinity of the development site.
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Finds
- FACE JUG (Late 12th century to Mid 16th century - 1200 AD to 1550 AD)
- SHERD (Mid 12th century to Late 14th century - 1150 AD to 1400 AD)
- SHERD (Post Medieval - 1540 AD to 1900 AD)
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Undated)
- CERAMIC (Medieval to Late 19th century - 1066 AD to 1900 AD)
- NAIL (Undated)
- WHETSTONE (Undated)
Sources
- <1> SEX75183 Evaluation Report: Veasey, S.. 2022. Archaeological evaluation at Purley Farm House, Colne Road, Coggeshall, Essex, CO6 1TH.