MHG1133 - Quarry - Cnoc Na Maranaich
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- QUARRY (Unknown date)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A possible quarry site for flat slabby stones. Defined by numbers of large stones propped up on smaller ones. One fragment remains in position with signs of wedging and breaking from "quarry" face. Beside it, another fragment separated from the bedrock lies propped on a smaller stone. <1>
GIS spatial data amended in 2024 according to location as seen on 2009 vertical aerial photographs and information received from D Kennedy, who also submitted photographs of the site. <2> <3>
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SHG1775 Text/Publication/Article: Myatt, L J. 1977. 'Two possible prehistoric quarries in Caithness', Caithness Fld Club Bulletin Vol. 2 April 1977, p.46-7. Caithness Fld Club Bulletin. 46-7. 46.
- <2> SHG27382 Image/Photograph(s)/Aerial Photograph/Vertical: Get Mapping. 2009. Getmapping aerial photography 2009.
- <3> SHG29628 Text/Correspondence: Kennedy, D.. 2024. Location of quarry at Cnoc Na Maranaich. North of Scotland Archaeological Society. Yes. Digital.
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 1325 3308 (97m by 91m) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND13SW |
| Civil Parish | LATHERON |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/8207 (View HES Canmore entry for this site)
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