MEM22739 - Piece of slag from Farley Water (Find Spot)

Summary

A large piece of slag was found in the river and appeared to have been washed downstream.

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Full Description

A large piece of slag was found in the river in July 2014. It appeared to have been washed downstream. [1] It has been suggested that the piece of slag is smelting rather than smithing waste and may originate from a furnace. [2]

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  • <1> Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information or Staff Comments. D Gurnett, 3 July 2014.
  • <2> Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information or Staff Comments. L Bray, 3 July 2014.

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  • Local List Status (Unassessed)

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Grid reference SS 7484 4527 (point)
Map sheet SS74NW
Civil Parish BRENDON, NORTH DEVON, DEVON

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Record last edited

Jul 3 2014 2:20PM

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