Roman urns, Culverts Farm (EHER 5702)
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Summary
Roman urns are said to have been found on Culverts Farm in the 17th century.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | TL 767 094 (point) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BOREHAM, CHELMSFORD, ESSEX |
Type and Period
Description
It was reported in the 18th century that 'about 90 years' ago urns were found on a part of the farm called the Decoy near the Orchard. Names not on modern map <1> <2> <3>
Field survey, 1976
OS reported in 1976 that the features mentioned in the VCH were not identifiable at Culverts Farm and the then owner knew nothing of the finds <3> <4> <5>
Finds
Sources
- <1> SEX6 Monograph: Powell, W.R.. 1963. Victoria County History, Essex, Vol III: Roman Essex (VCH). Victoria County History. p 51.
- <2> SEX4485 DESC TEXT: Unknown. unknown. DESC TEXT Bodleian Library. MS. Top. Essex, 6.4, f.124.
- <3> SEX4 DESC TEXT: Unknown. 1960 onwards. SMR form unknown.
- <4> SEX52658 RECORD SHEET/FORM: Ordnance Survey. 1950-1990. OS cards. TL70NE30, 1976.
- <5> SEX75700 PERSONAL OBSERVATION: Ordnance Survey. Field Investigator's Comments. F1 PAS 20-APR-76.
Related Events (1)
Other References
- Old SMR Number: TL70-100
- NRHE identifier: 378169
- National Monuments Record: TL 70 NE 30