Monument record 895/2/2 - Numerous Cremations and Inhumations
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Full Description
{1} In 1837 construction of a new road from Norton on line of footpath revealed burial ground with numerous cremations & inhumations as well as great quantities of samian & other pottery; also a fibula & coins were found;
<1> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1981, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.150 (checked) (Series). SNN77381.
<2> Edgar W., 1923, Borough Hill & Its History, p.55+104-05 (unchecked) (Book). SNN47010.
<3> The Society of Antiquaries of London, 1853, Archaeologia (35), p.391-92 (unchecked) (Journal). SNN58177.
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SNN77381 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1981. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 3. HMSO. p.150 (checked).
- <2> SNN47010 Book: Edgar W.. 1923. Borough Hill & Its History. p.55+104-05 (unchecked).
- <3> SNN58177 Journal: The Society of Antiquaries of London. 1853. Archaeologia (35). Archaeologia. 35. p.391-92 (unchecked).
Finds (6)
- HUMAN REMAINS (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Large quantity
- CREMATION (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Large quantity
- SHERD (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Large quantity
- SHERD (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Large quantity
- BROOCH (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: 1
- COIN (Roman - 43 AD to 409 AD) Quantity: Some
Related Monuments/Buildings (1)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 612 642 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTON, West Northamptonshire (formerly Daventry District) |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
May 15 2014 1:14PM
