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Prof
Michael
Fulford
Professor of Archaeology
School of Archaeology, Geography and Environmental Science
University of Reading
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Context Number: | 3646 |
Description: | Accumulation layer |
Notes: | This context was originally observed in profile during the excavation of a trial trench in 2001 and was interpreted as a naturally occurring silt/accumulation deposit. Further investigation in 2005 revealed that there were a number of \'ruts\' of varying widths and lengths within the context. In the north west area, there was a break in the silt which was also apparent in yellow gravel (3033). Strat below (6557), (6072). Strat above (6632), (6644). Partially removed in 2001 and 2005. To be completed in 2006? Plan no: 3.142, 3.143, 3.144, 3.145, 9.111, 9.112, 9.113, 9.117, 10.161, 10.162, 16.197, 16.198, 16.201 |
Composition: | Soft, dark grey clayey silt Inclusions: 5-15% stones of all shapes and ranging in size from 2mm to 6cm Extent: c.20m in length; Thickness: 0.01-0.05 (variable) Very compacted in large areas of the north west section Clear edge definition but more diffuse in the south eastern sections |
Small Finds: | 4023 3717 3913 3933 3963 4017 4057 4036 4031 4028 31461 31464 31465 31468 |