Thesaurus Term/Concept: KELP PIT
| Identifier | 68609 |
|---|---|
| Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A stone-lined pit in which seaweed was burnt. The calcined ashes were used in the manufacture of soap and glass, amongst other things. |
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Instances/Examples (3)
| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MHG56644 Kelp pit - Beach Ar Garbh Rubha, Ardnamurchan (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MHG55573 Possible Kelp Burning Pit, Ardnish (Monument) |
| Monument Type | MHG54677 Skye, Cnoc Mor A'ghrobain (Monument) |