Monument record MDO8532 - Human skeletal remains, near Millhams Mead, Bournemouth
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Summary
A human skull found in 1932. It was thought to be Neolithic, but is undated.
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Full Description
A human skull was found in 1932. It was thought to be Neolithic, but is undated. <1>
SZ 0607 9702: Possible Neolithic skull found 1932. <1>
Neolithic skull found AD 1932 (NAT). <2>
"A query has now been raised regarding the date of this skull, however, pending further evidence it must remain as Neolithic". <3>
Site of find now under flood water. The skull is on show in the Russell Cotes Museum, Bournemouth, classified as 'Neolithic'. <4>
Sources/Archives (8)
- <1> SWX2587 Map: Calkin, J B. 1949. Annotated Record Map Corr. 6 (J B Calkin 1949).
- <1.1> SDO17962 Monograph: Cameron J. 1934. The Skeleton of British Neolithic Man.
- <2> SWX1197 Map: Ordnance Survey. 1:2500 scale. 1:2500. 1940.
- <3> SWX2609 Unpublished document: Colquhoun, F D. Field Investigators Comments FDC. F1 FDC 21-NOV-51.
- <3.1> SWX8361 Verbal communication: Calkin, J B. Oral information, correspondence (not archived) or staff comments: J B Calkin (Hon Corr.
- <4> SWX2609 Unpublished document: Colquhoun, F D. Field Investigators Comments FDC. F1 FDC 26-NOV-51.
- <5> SDO131 Index: Ordnance Survey. Ordnance Survey Records. SZ 09 NE 4.
- <6> SDO14739 Digital archive: National Record of the Historic Environment. 457692.
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 0607 9702 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SZ09NE |
| Unitary Authority | Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 7 000 085
- Legacy UID: National Monuments Record: SZ 09 NE 4
- Legacy UID: National Record of the Historic Environment: 457692
Record last edited
Apr 19 2022 10:31AM
