MHG63469 - Bloodstone lithic scatter - Guirdal Glen, Rùm
Summary
A bloodstone lithic scatter found at Guirdal Glen, Rùm.
Type and Period (1)
- LITHIC SCATTER (Mesolithic - 8000 BC? to 4001 BC)
Protected Status
- None recorded
Full Description
A bloodstone lithic scatter found at Guirdal Glen, Rùm.
Guirdal Glen 2: The site was found by S Birch situated on a raised gravel terrace on the west side of the Guirdil Burn, and at 30 metres OD, a selection of bloodstone flakes and chunks were recovered. The lithics here were also found eroding out of the surface of the pony track and from animal rubs/ponding. A total of 35 pieces of material were recovered, with 3 x pieces retouched – one with course and steep retouch forming a point (possible borer of some form). The other two flakes having fine, microlithic retouch. <1>
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred NG 3194 0107 (42m by 42m) (2 map features) |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NG30SW |
| Civil Parish | SMALL ISLES |
| Geographical Area | LOCHABER |
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