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Where do I report archeological finds?
You must report all finds of Treasure to a coroner for the district in which they are found either within 14 days after the day on which you made the discovery or within 14 days after the day on which you realised the find might be treasure. For details of your local coroner see the Treasure Act Code of Practice.
How do you start an Archaeology report?
Describe the geographic boundaries of the site including a description of the area’s physical environment and a historical background – either of the site and/or other archaeological works that have taken place. If previous excavations have occurred at the site, include this and describe what they found.
What to do if you find Indian artifacts on your property?
First, you should immediately stop the activity that exposed the remains. Secure the location of the remains to ensure that they are not further disturbed or damaged. Coroner. The Coroner will examine the remains within 2 working days of this notice.
What is archaeological Treasure?
a prehistoric object containing gold or silver. two or more prehistoric base metal objects. 2-9 coins which are at least 300 years old and are at least 10 per cent gold or silver or more than 10 coins which contain some gold or silver. objects which are at least 10 per cent gold or silver and are at least 300 years old.
What is a site report Archaeology?
Site reports are core sources of archaeological excavation. These sources include the location and size of an archaeological site, its chronological placement, the extent of the excavation, architecture, floor plans, artifacts, drawings and photographs. They also include the quantities and types of artifacts found.
What is an archaeological report?
Archaeological reports provide a record of what is excavated as well as the context in which the remains are found. I have often read archaeological reports for information on the conservation practices and materials used by archaeologists and to find data bearing on the identification and exhibition of artifacts.
How do you write an archeological report on a site?
The report must describe the geographic boundaries of the site. Include a description of not only the area’s physical environment but its history. If previous excavations have occurred at the site, include these findings. Perform archival research.
What should I do if I find archaeological human remains?
If you find archaeological human remains during the course of a permitted project, contact us. We’ll help to ensure remains are handled in accordance with the methods specified in the permit and respect the expressed wishes of the cultural group represented, to the extent that these may be known or feasible.
Where can I find the form to register my archaeological fieldwork?
The form is available in the Resource Centre of PastPort. Licensed archaeologists must also report all archaeological fieldwork carried out under their licence to the ministry.
What do licensed archaeologists need to report to the Ministry?
Licensed archaeologists must also report all archaeological fieldwork carried out under their licence to the ministry. A Project Information Form (PIF) provides the ministry with information about a planned archaeological fieldwork project and the names of licensed archaeologists supervising the fieldwork.