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(Welsh Mines and Mining 2), ed D J Linton. Pbk. 150pp. Welsh Mines Society 2012. ISBN 9780956137715. £10.00.
This volume contains two papers by our Secretary, Alan Williams. The first, ‘ Hidden bullion: silver production in north-east Wales’ reviews the history and profitability of silver extraction from the lead ore mined in north-east Wales from Roman times to the earlier 19th century. The second, ‘Rediscovering the lead and zinc production of north-east Wales’, written jointly with C J Williams, focusses on production in the 17th and 18th centuries. You can preview both papers and download an order form for the volume here.
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By David Barrowclough. History Press (formerly Tempus Books) 2008
This book is the product of a number of years of research into the history and archaeology of the local area, particularly the early history of Cheshire and Lancashire, beginning with the first hunter-gatherer groups about 10,000 years ago. It includes new research on the archaeology of the area, including the excavations at Manchester Airport and Tatton, where evidence of early settlement was found. The book also includes evidence for the early Bronze Age burials found at Grappenhall and Winwick. Of particular interest are thirty recent radiocarbon dates from the burials, which give new insights into changing burial practices through the late Neolthic and early Bronze Age. There is also osteological evidence, based on studies of the cremated bone, from which it has been possible to determine the sex/age of the person buried. This evidence has also shed new light on the associated burial goods. Other chapters deal with the Bronze Age metalwork finds, such as the Congleton Hoard and stray finds revealed by farmers and metal detectorists; and with the Hillforts, including Beeston Castle.
The book, which costs £19.99, is available from Amazon, or from local bookshops. It can also be ordered directly from the author. Please send a cheque payable to: Dr David Barrowclough, Fellow in Archaeology, Wolfson College, University of Cambridge, CB3 9BB.
By Dan Garner and Others. Chester City Council 2009. (Archaeological Service Excavation & Survey Report No 14)
Excavations in the backlands on the east side of Bridge Street have provided a wealth of archaeological evidence for 2000 years of the city’s history. Combined with documentary references, this has enabled us to build up a detailed picture of the evolution of Chester’s urban form and the trades, lifestyle and status of the people who lived in the area.
The groups of Roman and early post-medieval ceramics, clay pipes, vessel glass, well-preserved animal bones and plant remains are the largest to be published from the city and, in some cases, from the north-west, and will ensure that this publication remains a major reference work for years to come.
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Towards a Better Understanding: New Research on Old Mines
/in Publications /by informaticscentre(Welsh Mines and Mining 2), ed D J Linton. Pbk. 150pp. Welsh Mines Society 2012. ISBN 9780956137715. £10.00.
This volume contains two papers by our Secretary, Alan Williams. The first, ‘ Hidden bullion: silver production in north-east Wales’ reviews the history and profitability of silver extraction from the lead ore mined in north-east Wales from Roman times to the earlier 19th century. The second, ‘Rediscovering the lead and zinc production of north-east Wales’, written jointly with C J Williams, focusses on production in the 17th and 18th centuries. You can preview both papers and download an order form for the volume here.
Download an order form here.
Prehistoric Lancashire
/in Publications /by informaticscentreBy David Barrowclough. History Press (formerly Tempus Books) 2008
This book is the product of a number of years of research into the history and archaeology of the local area, particularly the early history of Cheshire and Lancashire, beginning with the first hunter-gatherer groups about 10,000 years ago. It includes new research on the archaeology of the area, including the excavations at Manchester Airport and Tatton, where evidence of early settlement was found. The book also includes evidence for the early Bronze Age burials found at Grappenhall and Winwick. Of particular interest are thirty recent radiocarbon dates from the burials, which give new insights into changing burial practices through the late Neolthic and early Bronze Age. There is also osteological evidence, based on studies of the cremated bone, from which it has been possible to determine the sex/age of the person buried. This evidence has also shed new light on the associated burial goods. Other chapters deal with the Bronze Age metalwork finds, such as the Congleton Hoard and stray finds revealed by farmers and metal detectorists; and with the Hillforts, including Beeston Castle.
The book, which costs £19.99, is available from Amazon, or from local bookshops. It can also be ordered directly from the author. Please send a cheque payable to: Dr David Barrowclough, Fellow in Archaeology, Wolfson College, University of Cambridge, CB3 9BB.
Excavations at Chester, 25 Bridge Street 2001: Two Thousand Years of Life in Microcosm
/in Publications /by informaticscentreBy Dan Garner and Others. Chester City Council 2009. (Archaeological Service Excavation & Survey Report No 14)
Excavations in the backlands on the east side of Bridge Street have provided a wealth of archaeological evidence for 2000 years of the city’s history. Combined with documentary references, this has enabled us to build up a detailed picture of the evolution of Chester’s urban form and the trades, lifestyle and status of the people who lived in the area.
The groups of Roman and early post-medieval ceramics, clay pipes, vessel glass, well-preserved animal bones and plant remains are the largest to be published from the city and, in some cases, from the north-west, and will ensure that this publication remains a major reference work for years to come.