Yes, I agree with all. They are a tricky bunch as sometimes they look
archaeological but are subfossil. As there are many, as you say, you could
break one or two.
Anaya
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Subject: Re: Help with identifications. Please!
Dear Mauro,
I agree with ruth and they are probably a modern hoard
gathered by ants.
Best wishes,
Mark
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Subject: Re: Help with identifications. Please!
They are Euphorbia helioscopia. Break or squash one or two to make sure they
are ancient - odd to see them in such a large deposit.
yours
Ruth
On 24 February 2012 14:37, Mauro Buonincontri
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Dear all,
can anyone help me with the identification of these seeds? The remains come
from a Roman river harbour in Tuscany and found in ploughing layers dated to
the 4th c AD.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
All the best!
Mauro
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