Find Spot record MCC2668 - Froman and medieval finds, rear of 21 Middleborough, Colchester
Summary
Finds dating from between Roman period and the 16th century, recorded by evaluation in 1999. Finds included two large timbers were recovered which may have been from a Roman wharf. There was also a large quantity of leather pieces including shoe soles of late 14th century date, offcuts from leather working and an unusual piece consisting of two straps held together by a thong.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9934 2560 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Full Description
Finds from archaeological test pits to the rear of 21 Middleborough in 1999 included Roman material- pottery, brick, oyster shell and three pieces of hypocaust flue tile. Two large timbers were recovered which may have been from a Roman wharf. Also a large quantity of leather pieces including shoe soles of late 14th century date, offcuts from leather working and an unusual piece consisting of two straps held together by a thong. The layer with the leather also contained 16th-17th century pottery so the leather is slightly residual in this context. 13th-14th century pottery was also found.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC656 Unpublished document: Brooks, Howard (CAT). 1999. Evaluation to rear of 21 Middleborough. CAT report 42. CAT Report 42.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Jan 27 2017 2:11PM