Newbiggin Point mesolithic site (Newbiggin-by-the-Sea)
Mesolithic flints were found at Newbiggin Point (NZ 319880). They lay directly on top of a layer of boulder clay, covered by 3ft-10ft of blown sand. At a few points on the cliff, the flints can be seen in situ. (1)
A number of eroded patches in the cliff at Newbiggin Point were examined and a few pieces of flint found. No likely concentrations, however, were noted. (2)
NZ 321881. Newbiggin Point, mesolithic microlith. Site eroded away. (3)
NZ 321881. Newbiggin Point. Five cores, 12 flakes/blades, one microlith, and unspecified other flint pieces. (4)
A number of eroded patches in the cliff at Newbiggin Point were examined and a few pieces of flint found. No likely concentrations, however, were noted. (2)
NZ 321881. Newbiggin Point, mesolithic microlith. Site eroded away. (3)
NZ 321881. Newbiggin Point. Five cores, 12 flakes/blades, one microlith, and unspecified other flint pieces. (4)
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