Stone in Archaeology Database


Alveley Stone

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Usage

General Comments:

The stone was often selected by church architects for the decorative elements of their new buildings and also for strengthening structures which had been built of less durable stone at a previous date. Grindstones were also produced from this stone (Scard 1990: 620).

Known Usage: St Mary Magdalene Church, Quatford,
St John's Church, Kidderminster,
Abberley Clock Tower, Worcestershire.