Find Spot record MAB48848 - FITHIE
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Summary
Two stone axes, of greenish claystone, both found 'at Fithie', exact findspot unknown.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NO 6299 5440 (40m by 40m) Location only - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NO65SW |
| Civil Parish | Farnell |
| Authority | Angus |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Two stone axes, of greenish claystone, both found 'at Fithie', exact findspot unknown. They are believed to have come from the field centred at NO 6300 5443. (Information from F. A. Ferguson to OS, January 1954). The dimensions of the first axe are 6.67 cm x 4.13 cm and the second 6.99 cm x 5.72 cm. Both are in Montrose Museum.
Anderson and Black, J and G, 1888, Proc Soc Antiq Scot 22, 402 (Bibliographic reference). SAB7746.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ANG;
- NMR Card Number: NO65SW4;
- NRHE Numlink: 35853;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NO65SW0004;
External Links (1)
- https://www.trove.scot/place/35853 (trove.scot link)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB7746 Bibliographic reference: Anderson and Black, J and G. 1888. Proc Soc Antiq Scot 22. 402.
Finds (2)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Oct 15 2025 12:36PM
