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Find Spot MPM2124 - Small fisherman's anchor, Portsmouth Harbour
Summary
Small fisherman's anchor recovered from Portsmouth Harbour in 2016 during the Queen Elizabeth Class Capital Dredge Project.
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Type and Period (1)
Full Description
Small fisherman's anchor recovered from opposite Victory Jetty during dredging in Portsmouth Harbour in 2016. This type of anchor is designed for use in reefs, rocks and weed. The anchor was in poor condition and the shank was broken before the stock. It was c. 20th century in date.
UID: BWL7_0008 in Queen Elizabeth Class Capital Dredge Project report.
Wessex Archaeology, 2018, Queen Elizabeth Class Capital Dredge Project Her Majesty's Naval Base, Portsmouth: Archaeological Assessment Report (Unpublished document). SPM646.
Sources/Archives (1)
- ---XY SPM646 Unpublished document: Wessex Archaeology. 2018. Queen Elizabeth Class Capital Dredge Project Her Majesty's Naval Base, Portsmouth: Archaeological Assessment Report. [Mapped feature: #2596 ]
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (1)
Finds (1)
- ANCHOR (20th Century - 1901 AD to 2000 AD)
Location
| Grid reference | SU 62576 00649 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Jul 1 2026 11:51AM