Find Spot record 5180/0/0 - Pleistocene Animal Remains, Cow Meadow
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Summary
Five mammoth tusks, nine teeth and two limb bones were found in 1881 in the gravel pits
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
{1} Finds of 1881. Pleistocene animal bones and several large teeth including the molar of a mammoth. From SP759599.
{2} Finds of 1904. Pleistocene animal bones. Five mammoth tusks, nine teeth and two limb bones from SP759599.
<1> Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England, 1985, An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton, p.321 (checked) (Series). SNN77383.
<2> GEORGE T.J., 1904, Journal of Northants Natural History Society and Field Club, p.207-12 (unchecked) (Journal). SNN22242.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SNN77383 Series: Royal Commission on The Historical Monuments of England. 1985. An Inventory of The Historical Monuments in The County of Northampton. 5 (+Microfiche). H.M.S.O.. p.321 (checked).
- <2> SNN22242 Journal: GEORGE T.J.. 1904. Journal of Northants Natural History Society and Field Club. Journal of Northants.Nat.His.Soc.& Field Club. 12. p.207-12 (unchecked).
Finds (6)
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: Some
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: 5
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: 6-10
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: Some
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: Some
- ANIMAL REMAINS (Pleistocene - 1600000 BC to 8000 BC) Quantity: 1
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Location
| Grid reference | SP 759 599 (point) Approximate |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Northampton Development Corporation SMR: P25
Record last edited
Nov 20 2018 2:52PM
