Moray HER - NJ35NE0031 - GORDON CASTLE FOUNTAIN

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Primary ReferenceNJ35NE0031
NameGORDON CASTLE FOUNTAIN
NRHE Card No.NJ35NE7
NRHE Numlink 118307
HES SM No. NULL
HES LB No. 1597
Site Form Standing Structure
Site Condition Complete 2
Details Fountain probably assembled in 19th century from various carved panels and fragments of 16th and 17th century dates, one dated 1594. It is situated to the south-east of Gordon Castle (NJ35NW0010). Square plinth with moulded base and cornice supporting narrower square stem with masks carved in each face below shallow circular basin fitted with jets. Stands in centre of pool encircled by low stone retaining wall. Plinth facets carved with date, monograms, earl's coronet and encircling wreaths.
Last Update13/12/2018
Updated Bynackerman
CompilerNCA
Date of Compilation27/09/2017

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National Grid Reference: NJ 3514 5951


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