Element record MCC9346 - Structural feature at 176 Magdalen Street, Colchester
Summary
In 1998, a timber-framed 17th century building at 176 Magdelen Street was demolished. When the site was cleared, a wall of septaria blocks was recorded, which predates the 17th century building. A small copper alloy coin weight was found close to the wall, marked with the symbol of Henry VIII.
Location
| Grid reference | TM 0018 2480 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | TM02SW |
| County | ESSEX |
| Non Parish Area | COLCHESTER, COLCHESTER, ESSEX |
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
In 1998, a timber-framed 17th century building at 176 Magdelen Street was demolished. When the site was cleared, a wall of septaria blocks was recorded. This wall predates the 17th Century building and probably dates 12th - 14th Centuries.A small copper alloy coin weight was found close to the wall, marked with the symbol of Henry VIII.<1>
Sources/Archives (1)
- <1> SCC72928 Article in serial: Shackle, Richard. 1996. Short Notes. Colchester Archaeological Group Bulletin Vol. 39, pp.26-27. p.26.
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Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
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Record last edited
Aug 2 2016 11:57AM