#TabbyConstruction

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Tabby Ruins

Historic Site on Hilton Head Island South Carolina

Hilton Head Island South Carolina Port Royal Sound shell bed The abundance of oyster and other marine life shells on the southeast coast were used for a form of construction called “tabby”. Tabby Ruins on Hilton Head Island Stoney Baynard Ruins on Hilton Head Island South Carolina Historic Stoney Barnard Ruins at Sea Pines on Hilton Head Island. The mixture of sand, water, lime (made from…

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Oldest Tabby Structure in South Carolina

Oldest Tabby Structure in South Carolina

Fort Frederick Heritage PreservePort Royal Fort Frederick over looking the Beaufort river is thought to be the oldest tabby structure in South Carolina. The six acre site recently opened to the public is located at 601 Old Fort Road. Visitors can read the rich history on the information panels and enjoy the beauty of the natural habitat that surrounds the ruins. The fort was listed on the…

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Tabby construction …Oyster shells today Oyster shells used for tabby structures. via Tabby construction …Oyster shells today — EasyRealEstate