Proceedings of the Society of Antiquaries of Scotland 66

Report on the excavation of two subterranean dwellings. The main structure at Garry lochdrach measured 25 feet in diameter and was enclosed by a substantial wall. It contained a series of seven radial piers or divisional walls spaced at fairly regular intervals around a central chamber filled by peat ash. The roof was comprised of stone slabs. A small circular structure was located immediately to the north. The earth-house at Bac Mhic Connain consisted of two circular chambers, with two smaller quadrangular compartments between them, while to the north-east and south-east of the eastern one were the remains of buildings of indefinite character. Find included pottery, worked bone, iron and many worked stone objects. An Ogham inscription was identified on a bone knife handle and evidence of metalworking was recovered.

A stone cist comprising two compartments contained both burnt and unburnt bone in its lower storey, with a decayed skeleton and two steatite bowls in its upper. No mound survived. Notes on miscellaneous objects from Shetland including axes, adzes, 'Shetland knives', flint arrowheads, a soapstone dish, a club-like implement and a pennanular bronze brooch. A Viking brooch from Skaill Bay was part of a hoard discovered in 1858.

A summary account of seven seasons of excavation at Baldock. A total of 320 grave groups were identified along with objects from at least 100 others. Both cremation and inhumation burials were found. Objects were mainly pottery vessels with some of glass, bronze casket fittings and coins. Descriptions of selected grave groups are presented.

An account of a stone-built burial enclosure associated with the Stewarts of Inverhadden thought to stand on the site of the ancient chapel. A carved stone and a recess which once held a holy water stoup are discussed in some detail.

An interpretation of a fascimile of an original drawing which was probably meant to illustrate the scene of the murder of Lord Darnley in 1567.

Excavation of the West Fort focussed on the rubble and earth defences, the entrance and two of the ten visible hut circles. The defences of the East Fort were also examined.

Further excavation at Old Kilpatrick focussed on its relationship to the Antonine Wall, further investigation of the Military Way and the north-west corner of the fort. Previous work is re-assessed in the light of the results. Excavation of the rampart at Croy Hill provided inconclusive results although the discovery of a stone-built underground chamber with steps down to it is considered in detail. The most remarkable find was two fragments of a sculptured relief of the Syrian god, Jupiter Dolichenus with a partial inscription.

An account of the discovery of a number of food vessels and cinerary urns, mostly associated with stone-built cists from a variety of locations.

An account of a linen Covenanters' flag dated to 1689 and bearing a variety of inscriptions and designs.

A discussion which includes a complete transcript of all the entries in the Psalter.