Thesaurus Term/Concept: MORTUARY ENCLOSURE
| Identifier | 70089 |
|---|---|
| Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A subrectangular earthen enclosure defined by a ditch, usually with an internal bank, assumed to have been used for the primary exposure or burial of human remains in the Neolithic period prior to secondary burial elsewhere. |
Broader Terms/Concepts (1)
Related Terms/Concepts (2)
Narrower Terms/Concepts (0)
Instances/Examples (1)
| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MHG56084 Possible neolithic enclosure - Culduthel, Inverness (Monument) |