Late Neolithic worked flint found at Battle or Repell Ditches (EHER 439)
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Summary
A worked flint 'denticulate' tool recovered during excavations at Saffron Walden in 1959 was thought to date from the Late Neolithic.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred TL 5357 3820 (192m by 161m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SAFFRON WALDEN, UTTLESFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
A 'denticulate' tool was probably Late Neolithic. Not certain how many other items are of this period so some items could be of other dates. <1>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX1857 Article in monograph: Healey, E. in Bassett, S.R.. 1982. Saffron Walden: excavations and research 1972-80: The flintwork. CBA Research Report. 45. pp 35-45. pp 35-45.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL53-010