Stone in Archaeology Database

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Use Ref: 200 - Bess of Hardwick's Tomb, Derby Cathedral

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Description:		Bess of Hardwick's Tomb in the Cathedral contains pillars and edging pieces of black marble. It was designed by Robert Smythson and finished in 1601 (Tomlinson 1996: 72).
Stone Used:		Ashford Black Marble
Quarry Name:		Unknown
Archaeological Period:		Post Medieval
Dates (if known):		1601 AD
County:		Derbyshire (Midlands)
Map Ref:		SK350363
Grid Reference:		E: 435100 N: 336300

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