Monument record MDO42347 - Roman burial, Corporation Yard, Poundbury Road, Dorchester
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Summary
A burial of Roman date found in 1931. The burial was extended and lying east-west with the head at the eastern end. Objects found with the skeleton included a twisted bronze armlet and nails with traces of wood adhering to them, though to be the remains of a coffin.
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Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SDO150 Monograph: Royal Commission on Historical Monuments (England). 1970. An Inventory of Historical Monuments in the County of Dorset, Volume II (South East) Part 3. 582, no. 223a.
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Location
| Grid reference | SY 6881 9069 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SY69SE |
| Civil Parish | Dorchester; Dorset |
| Unitary Authority | Dorset |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Mar 19 2021 3:21PM