MHG52980 - Ordnance Survey Triangulation Pillar, Duncansby Head
Summary
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Type and Period (1)
- TRIANGULATION PILLAR (Built, 20th Century - 1952 AD to 1952 AD)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
Concrete tapering-obelisk triangulation pillar dating to 1952, although an OS bench mark is depicted in this position on the 1st edition 25" OS map <1>. The theodalite mount, including the concealed mountings on the top of the pillar survive well, as does the brass plaque containing the Ordnance Survey Bench Mark (O S B M) and reference number (S6678). See OS website for more detailed information <2>.
Sources/Archives (2)
Map
Location
| Grid reference | ND 4052 7326 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | ND47SW |
| Civil Parish | CANISBAY |
| Geographical Area | CAITHNESS |
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External Links (1)
- http://benchmarks.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/pls/htmldb/f?p=111:13:6164486756524775447:fsp_sort_14::RP&fsp_region_id=3101517426183986 (OS website giving detailed information on this trig point)
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