MHG53963 - Pit, Sciberscross
Summary
A stone-rimmed pit, of uncertain use, of probable prehistoric date, recorded during walkover survey. Possibly associated with prehistoric hut circle settlement across this area.
Type and Period (1)
- PIT (Early Bronze Age to Late Iron Age - 2400 BC? to 560 AD?)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
This is a tumbled version of the stone-rimmed pits with a 1.5m wide stone lip standing 0.5m high at the top of its circumference. The front, S wall is made up of a loose blockwork, whereas the back wall is made of larger boulders. The central area is 1.5m deep. <1>
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Map
Location
| Grid reference | NC 7681 0997 (point) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NC70NE |
| Geographical Area | SUTHERLAND |
| Civil Parish | ROGART |
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Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Investigations/Events (1)
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