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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: | 5869 |
Description: | Silty layer |
Notes: | Silty layer which was revealed following the removal of cleaning layer (5809) at the start of the 2005 season. (5869) contains a reasonable amount of CBM and pottery which seems concentrated towards the northern edge. This may indicate an association with the house and/or demolition and possibly the nearby hearth to the east. Strat above (5863). Cut by beam slot [5323]. Completely removed in 2005. Plan no: 20.213, 21.211, 28.248, 29.247 Sample no: 977, 979, 980, 981 |
Composition: | Loose, dark brown / grey fine silty sand Inclusions: 1-5% stones (2-6mm) (6-20mm); 15-35% CBM (floor and roof tiles); 1-5% pottery Extent: 2.6m x 2.4m; Thickness: 0.005-0.06m Clear edge definition |