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Context Number: | 3385 |
Description: | Gravel spread |
Notes: | Silty accumulation deposit overlying gravel and clay spreads. It represents the first layer of gravel spreads between the NW wall of the square house and Victorian trench [1257]. This deposit was initially seen in sections 373 and 380, however, in removing deposits in plan (3385) was seen to be less substantial / thinner than previously believed, therefore the context card from 2001 has been superseded. Strat below (3313). Cut by [1257], [1171], [1634]. Completely removed in 2004.Plan no: 3.81, 3.82, 10.106Accuracy rating - 3 {} |
Composition: | Loose, grey / brown sandy siltInclusions: 35-70% gravel (S-A) (S-R) ranging in size from 2mm to 6cm; <5% charcoal; <10% CBM and potteryExtent: 9.5m x 2.5m (max); Thickness: 0.02-0.03m {} |
Small Finds: | 3381 28854 28855 28858 28859 |
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