Monument record 1187/5 - Possible Romano-British Temple

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Summary

Cropmarks of a possible enclosure have been interpreted as a temple.

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Type and Period (3)

Full Description

{1} Roman coin - Sestertius of Commodus (180-192). Also found nearby, a model axe head of lead, possibly a votive offering.

{2} Possible temple site; identified as three sides of an enclosure from aerial photographs [not seen by SMR].

{3} Air photo shows three sides of a square against the pasture above the road.


<1> Curteis M., 1994, Catalogue of Finds, (unchecked) (Catalogue). SNN49209.

<2> PORTER M., 1995, SMR Report Form, (part checked) (SMR Report Form). SNN49366.

<3> Curteis M., 1995, Uncertain, (part checked) (Catalogue). SNN46915.

Sources/Archives (3)

  • <1> Catalogue: Curteis M.. 1994. Catalogue of Finds. (unchecked).
  • <2> SMR Report Form: PORTER M.. 1995. SMR Report Form. (part checked).
  • <3> Catalogue: Curteis M.. 1995. Uncertain. (part checked).

Finds (4)

Related Monuments/Buildings (0)

Related Events/Activities (0)

Location

Grid reference Centred SP 4965 2973 (100m by 100m) Possible
Civil Parish LAXTON, North Northamptonshire (formerly East Northants District)

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Feb 26 2024 12:58PM

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