MHG47942 - Hill Of Yarrows
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- TRIANGULATION PILLAR (Undated)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
NMRS Report: (08/11/2005)
ND24SE 77 29613 42797
This Ordnance Survey triangulation pillar is situated on the summit of the Hill of Yarrows. The concrete pillar measures 0.63m square at the base and tapers to 0.39m square at a height of 1.2m. Its concrete foundation protrudes a little above the level of the surrounding turf. The corners of the pillar bear narrow chamfers and the concrete has been painted white. On the flat top there is a brass base plate and close to the foot of the E side there is a brass identification plate bearing the OS bench-mark number S4787.
(YARROWS04 40)
Visited by RCAHMS (JRS) 12 May 2004.
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred ND 29612 42796 (20m by 20m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND24SE |
| Civil Parish | WICK |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
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External Links (1)
- https://canmore.org.uk/site/270554 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)
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