Monument record MHG54263 - Possible prehistoric field system, Cnoc na Moine

Summary

Numerous well defined, circular cairns were recorded during reconnaissance on Cnoc na Moine.

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Grid reference Centred NH 6005 7260 (581m by 172m)
Map sheet NH67SW
Geographical Area ROSS AND CROMARTY
Operational Area CAITHNESS SUTHERLAND AND EASTER ROSS
Civil Parish ALNESS

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Numerous cairns were recorded on the S side of Cnoc na Moine. They differ in character from those to the N and E (see MHG54262), in that they are well defined, generally circular in plan, with several dished. They are comparable to the cairnfield recorded at Laikenbuie (see MHG14363). <1>

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  • <1> Text/Correspondence: Wombell, J. 01/2011. Notes for the HER: Cnoc na Moine. Yes. Digital.

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Record last edited

Jan 11 2011 1:30PM

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