Davey, P. (1971). The distribution of later Bronze Age metalwork from Lincolnshire. Proceedings of the Prehistoric Society 37 (1). Vol 37(1), pp. 96-111.

Title:

The distribution of later Bronze Age metalwork from Lincolnshire

Issue:

Proceedings of the Prehistoric Society 37 (1)

Series:

The Proceedings of the Prehistoric Society

Volume:

37 (1)

Page Start/End:

96 - 111

Biblio Note

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Publication Type:

Journal

Abstract:

Statistical comparison of observed and random distributions of finds confirms the importance, deduced on other grounds, of natural physiographic regions. Even allowing for differential recovery, certain regions stand out as particularly poor or particularly rich in finds. The upland areas show a reduced density compared with earlier periods, as if some shift of population to lower ground was already in progress. The "Jurassic routeway" does not show an above-average share of finds, whereas the valleys of Trent, Ancholme and Witham have very marked concentrations, particularly at important river crossings. The preponderance of fine weaponry in the Witham valley argues for votive deposition. Distributional analyses of this type may be more useful than chronological and typological discussions.

Author:

Peter Davey

Year of Publication:

1971

Subjects / Periods:

BRONZE AGE (Historic England Periods)
Metalwork (Auto Detected Subject)

Source:

BIAB (British Archaeological Abstracts (BAA))

Created Date:

05 Dec 2008