Monument record 7620/0/1 - Possible Former Early Saxon Grave, Ploughed Out
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Summary
An unstratified iron spearhead and part of an iron shield boss were found. It is likely that they derive from a shallow, early Saxon grave that was destroyed by ploughing in the medieval period.
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Type and Period (2)
Full Description
{1} There were no archaeological features within the excavation area dating to the Saxon period. However, scanning with a metal detector recovered an iron spearhead from the topsoil and part of an iron shield boss from the subsoil. Both items were found in the central northern part of the site and were in poor condition. It is likely that they derive from a shallow, early Saxon grave that was destroyed by ploughing in the medieval period.
<1> Carlyle S., 2007, Archaeological Excavation at Pineham North, Upton, Northampton: Settlement 2, Assessment Report, p.8 (checked) (Report). SNN106236.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SNN106236 Report: Carlyle S.. 2007. Archaeological Excavation at Pineham North, Upton, Northampton: Settlement 2, Assessment Report. Northamptonshire Archaeology Fieldwork Reports. 06/177. N.C.C.. p.8 (checked).
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 7110 5825 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | UPTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Northampton District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Nov 1 2021 9:11AM
