MHG45006 - Eilean Ighe

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MIDDEN (Undated)

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Cave (NAT)
OS 1:10,000 map, (1975).

This cave was found to contain midden deposits consisting of animal bone and shells on its floor. A large body sherd from a possible medieval vessel was found on the surface of this deposit. This information was passed to Archaeology Projects Glasgow by the finder, who retains the sherd.
J M Cassells 1991.

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--- SHG974 Text/Publication/Article: Cassells, J M. 1991. 'Keppoch (Arisaig & Moidart parish): midden site', Discovery and Excavation in Scotland 1991, p.41. Discovery and Excavation in Scotland. 41. 41.

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Grid reference	Centred NM 6291 8790 (14m by 14m) (2 map features)
Map sheet	NM68NW
Civil Parish	ARISAIG AND MOIDART
Geographical Area	LOCHABER

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Related Monuments/Buildings (1)

Part of: Eilean Ighe (Monument) (MHG4339)

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External Links (1)

https://canmore.org.uk/site/79981 (View RCAHMS Canmore entry for this site)

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