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Re: [External] Brick Feature
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"Veit, Rich" <[log in to unmask]>
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That certainly looks like a cistern.  The fact that the bricks are not mortared likely means it was for water control/dispersion.  The broken brick appears to be a fire brick.  Is the brick marked?


Rich Veit


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Subject: [External] Brick Feature

Hello fellow historical archaeologists. I'm hoping one or more of you may have some ideas about what this recently exposed circular brick feature might be. It has not been excavated yet. We wanted to gather some ideas about what it might be before finalizing an excavation strategy. The interior diameter is approximately 3.5 feet. The bricks are dry-laid (no mortar) and manifest evidence of significant burning. The interior of the feature does not have the same gaps between bricks that you see on the exterior. The feature was uncovered near a historic church. Any ideas you have as to what it might be would be most appreciated. Thank you!

You can see photos of the feature at this link:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/KdpXFwxnk1NNkz2CA

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