NHER 22438 (Find Spot record) - Possible prehistoric hammerstones
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Summary
Five flint balls of varying sizes were found in the area of West Harling. Some have marks on them that may have been caused by battering. The exact interpretation of these flint balls, and the nature and location of their discovery are unclear.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | Not recorded |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | HARLING, BRECKLAND, NORFOLK |
Map
No mapped location recorded.
Full Description
Pre 1986. 'From West Harling area'.
Five flint balls/spheroids, of varying sizes. Some have marks suggesting possible use for battering. Similar to collection in British Museum.
E. Rose (NAU), 16 April 1986.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- HAMMERSTONE (Prehistoric - 1000000 BC to 42 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Jan 25 2011 12:47PM