Sparse ash spread over large area oval area (2.70 m northeast-southwest × 1.73 m northwest-southeast) and partly underlying large pile of cobbles and boulders. Nearly intact basin (KP133) was
set upright near pit with cremated remains (Deposit A1a).
Rife2022b, pp. 331-342, 387, figs. 7.78, 7.83, 7.84
Chronology comment
Late 1st-early 2nd century
Explanation of deposition
Secondary deposit of pyre debris.
Soil matrix
Light yellowish brown (2.5YR 6/3), somewhat compact, very to medium-fine silt with numerous pebbles (1-2 cm range), scattered calcareous chunks, and sparse admixture of ash.