Overview
Identifiers
References
Reference Types
Other Publication
Citation
Rantsieng M, 2016. Coa Iron Ore- Jenkins Project
Record Administration
Post date
Friday, December 20, 2019 - 08:37
Last modified
Thursday, May 2, 2024 - 21:26
Archaeology
Archaeology Recordings
Submitted by Ethe.Mngceke on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 - 12:38.
Identifiers
Inventory Reference
Recording date
Recording Media
GPS
Primary?
Yes
Physical Aspects
Physical Site Type
Open Site
Location Type
Open/Flat
Dimensions
Length
60.00m
Breadth
60.00m
Classifications
Archaeological Time Periods
Location
Location
Mapping
-27.932028, 23.005861
Northern Cape
- Z F Mgcawu
- Tsantsabane
Directions to Site
Site JNK 7 is located 2.2 km from the southern boundary of the farm Mokaneng
Management
Administration of Protections
Submitted by sahrisprojectmanager on 09/11/2023 - 06:05.
Administration Description
Date: 2016-04-04
General protection
Action Status: Accepted
Site Action: Conservation
Gradings
Grading
Autoid
Submitted by
Submitted by Ethe.Mngceke on 20/12/2019 - 08:40.
Grading
Not Conservation Worthy
Grading Date
GradingComment
The site is deemed to be of Medium to High Significance i.e. Generally Protected 4A (GP.4A). Grading by: Mase Rantsieng
Significance criteria
Significance Categories
Level
High
Statement of Significance
Five crescent-shaped stone structures were identified on a low ridge, overlooking the valley. The layout and appearance of the five structures suggest that they had a military or defensive purpose. The site has scientific, historic and emotional significance. The site is deemed to be of Medium to High Significance i.e. Generally Protected 4A (GP.4A).
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The layout and appearance of the five structures suggest that they had a military or defensive
purpose. This said, no loopholes could be identified in the structure. Furthermore, no
historical cultural material could be found on the surface of the site. A low density scatter of
lithics were observed on the surface of the site. The site extends over an area roughly 60m by
60m. The site has scientific, historic and emotional significance. The site is deemed to be of Medium
to High Significance i.e. Generally Protected 4A (GP.4A).