As an update to a recent post, I've had a few replies off-list. The opinions were mixed, but perhaps erring towards these being algal filaments. Nicole Reifarth (textiles and organic materials, microArchaeologie, Saarburg, Germany) had a look at some fragments for me and felt sure they were algal rather than textile.
Thanks to all have responded. I have one other offer of a peek at these odd little fragments. I will update if I have any significantly different opinions.
Regards,
Liz Pearson
Senior Environmental Archaeologist
Worcestershire Archaeology
The Hive
Sawmill Walk
The Butts
Worcester WR1 3PB
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