Roman broaches, north of Frating Road (EHER 3490)
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Summary
F.H. Erith found two 1st century Roman broaches in unrecorded circumstances in the ' field N of the road, 400 feet NW of spot level 120' on an unrecorded date. The broaches had fused blue glass and pieces of bone that may have been calcined. The broaches may have represented a burial but may also have been connected to the nearby Roman habitation.
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Location
| Grid reference | TM 0575 2855 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | ARDLEIGH, TENDRING, ESSEX |
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Description
F.H. Erith found two 1st century Roman broaches in unrecorded circumstances in the ' field N of the road, 400 feet NW of spot level 120' on an unrecorded date. The broaches had fused blue glass and pieces of bone that may have been calcined. The broaches may have represented a burial but may also have been connected to the nearby Roman habitation. <1>
ECC'S SMR gives NGR as TM 056288 (i.e.: within Elm Park) <2> But from the information contained in <1> this seems wrong..
Additional reference <3>
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Other References
- Old SMR Number: TM02-015