Record ID: SOM-680915
Object type: BEEHIVE QUERN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large beehive quernstone, made from medium grained quartz sandstone, typical of those found in the North Yorkshire area. The stone would have originally been sub-hemispherical in shape. However, two sides have become damaged leaving portions of the stone missing. One on of the damaged sides, towards the base, a small indentation may be seen, which is probable the remains of a handle-hole. Through the centre of the stone is a hole; the feedpipe. Where this enters the top of the stone it has become very well worn, producing a funnel shape. Circular scratch marks produced during use ca…
Created on: Friday 22nd May 2009
Last updated: Friday 10th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Newton Mulgrave', grid reference and parish protected.