Find Spot record 438/0/14 - Unnamed findspot in Warrington
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Summary
Fragment of a jar found on E side of Bridge Street in a workman's trench, It is part of a Spanish vessel, known as an 'olive jar' and used to transport olives and olive oil. It was probably manufactured near Seville and has a date range of 16th - 17th centuries. The only other finds in the northwest are from Chester, but the type has been found in Bristol, London, Southampton and Norwich.
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Full Description
Fragment of a jar found on E side of Bridge Street in a workman's trench, c.1m below the surface. Part of a Spanish vessel, known as an 'olive jar' & used to transport olives & olive oil. Prob manufactured near Seville. Date range of 16th - 17th centuries. Only other finds in NW are from Chester, but the type has been found in Bristol, London, Southampton & Norwich (1).
<1> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, 9/109 Rutter J A 1983 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCH565 Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. 9/109 Rutter J A 1983.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 607 880 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ68NW |
| Civil Parish | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | WARRINGTON, WARRINGTON, LANCASHIRE |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Record last edited
Sep 24 2024 6:50PM