Medieval Material

The roofing tile from this sample consists of peg with square peg holes and would have been in use in York from the 13th century onwards. The examples of brick have typically medieval measurements, and probably date to between the 14th and 15th century.

Of particular interest is the floor tile from context 1003. This is inlaid, with a thick white slip into which the pattern mould was pressed. The impression was then filled with a clay inlay, and then the whole covered with glaze, which gives a four flower pattern in dark green, on a yellow background. On the bottom of the tile are three keys (where the clay has been scooped out before firing) to help the floor tile bond into the mortar of a floor. It measures 100m across, is 34mm thick and is worn and abraded. The flower pattern also occurs on tiles from York Minster. This type of tile is dated to the 13th century and may have been produced at Meaux Abbey. Unfortunately, it is residual, however, it may point to a high status medieval building in the area.

Post Medieval Material

There is one fragment of Pan-tile from context 1003. Although pan-tile can occur as early as the 17th century, it is likely that this example is 19th century or later.

Context Form Date

1003 Inlaid floor tile, Pan, Peg,

Brick 17th+

1006 Peg, Brick 14-15th

1007 Peg 13th+

1010 Peg 13th+

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July 1995