Element record MCC2971 - Roman pit with quantity of painted plaster
Summary
Roman pit uncovered adjacent to Building 214 (MON1072) containing significant amounts of high-quality painted wall plaster.
Location
| Grid reference | TL 9933 2543 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TL92NE |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In the south eastern corner of Insula 1b, a large pit containing large quantities of painted wall plaster was partially excavated, which appeared to be a demolition dump. The pit was sealed by Roman layers and is notable due to its content of decorated plaster imitating marble, which is of a quality previously undiscovered in excavations from the town. The pit was located adjacent to building 214 (MON1072), the remains of which are most significant. <1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC1009 Watching Brief Report: Brooks, H., Clarke, W., Gorniak, M. and Pooley, L. (CAT). 2009. Roman buildings, the rear face of the Roman Town Wall and archaeological investigations in Insulas 1a, 1b, 9a and 9b, at the Sixth Form College, North Hill, Colchester, Essex April 2005-March 2006. CAT Report 347, pp.4-5.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
May 4 2018 11:06AM