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A number identifying one deposit, cut or structure.
Also known as: Context record number, Site context
Every deposit, cut and structure on an archaeological site is given a unique context number, and everything recorded is tied to it. The number is meaningless outside its own site, which is why a published find is always cited with its site code as well.
Uniquely identifies a single deposit, cut or structure on an excavation, to which all records of it are tied.
Contexts: Technical drawing, Maps
Is unique only within its own site, so a context number is always cited with the site code that scopes it.
Contexts: Technical drawing, Maps
Is assigned as recording proceeds rather than by stratigraphic order, so a low number does not mean an early deposit.
Contexts: Technical drawing, Maps
A numeral written in brackets or a circle on a plan, a section drawing and a finds label.