What is recorded here
A probable iron furnace excavated by Graham Hull (02E0872) and described as 'a single, subcircular scoop was excavated, measuring 0.86m (north- south) by 0.65m. The sides of the feature sloped gently down to an uneven base, 0.05m deep. The fill was a fine, dark grey/black silt, containing charcoal and small quantities of iron slag.' This description is posted on the web at the following internet address (accessed 2 August 2012): http://www.excavations.ie/
Compiled by: Denis Power
Date of Upload: 2 August 2012
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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