Find Spot record 2395 - Bronze Age findspot in Churton
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Summary
A Bronze Age perforated axe hammer was found near Churton. The axe hammer was stuck point downwards in the ground. It was identified as siltstone, possibly from the Coal Measures of the Welsh border area.
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Full Description
Bronze Age perforated axe hammer in July 1984, at Kings Marsh near Churton. The axe hammer was stuck point downwards in the ground. Length-192mm; breadth-90mm; thickness-58mm (butt) and 73mm (cutting edge). Weight-1850gm. Identified as siltstone, possibly from the Coal Measures of the Welsh border area. Identified by and donated to Liverpool Museum (1)
<1> Nicholson S, various, Liverpool Museum Record Card, 1993 Nicholson S (Paper Archive). SCH1998.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH1998 Paper Archive: Nicholson S. various. Liverpool Museum Record Card. 1993 Nicholson S.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 429 565 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ45NW |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | KINGS MARSH, EXTRA PAROCHIAL, CHESHIRE |
| Civil Parish | CHURTON BY FARNDON, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Jul 27 2020 3:36PM