Monument record MHG53951 - Clearance cairn, Sciberscross

Summary

Clearance cairn, probably related to prehistoric land clearance in this area. Disturbed previously through excavation, possibly believing it to be a burial cairn.

Location

Grid reference NC 7635 1005 (point) (GPS derived)
Map sheet NC71SE
Geographical Area SUTHERLAND
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish ROGART

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Full Description

A 5m diameter clearance cairn, standing 1m high, has been excavated to leave a central pit which open to the E, approximately 1m diameter and 0.6m deep.

Interpreted as related to prehistoric land clearance in this area. <1>

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Text/Report/Fieldwork Report: Lindsay, N. 05/2010. Sciberscross, Clyne, Sutherland: A Report on an Archaeological Walk-Over Survey. Unaffiliated. Digital. Feature 50.

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Record last edited

Oct 6 2010 11:36AM

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