Roman sculptured head, Daiglen Drive, Belhus (EHER 82638)
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Summary
A Roman sculptured head made out of Oolitic limestone dating to the early 2nd century was found at South Ockendon in 1957.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TQ 5858 8150 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | THURROCK, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
Information from NRHE
In 1957 a head, sculptured in oolite limestone and probably of the early 2nd century, was found in a gravel pit near Daiglen Drive, Belhus, South Ockendon, and is now in Thurrock Museum. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX6 Monograph: Powell, W.R.. 1963. Victoria County History, Essex, Vol III: Roman Essex (VCH). Victoria County History. p. 165.
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Other References
- NRHE identifier: 411430
- National Monuments Record: TQ 58 SE 23