Record ID: LVPL-A96781
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver groat of Henry VIII, (1509-1547). Obverse: HENRIC VIII D' G' R' AGL' Z' FRANC; crowned bust right. Reverse: POSVI DEV ADIVTORE' MEV; long cross fourchee over royal shield. IM: Pheon 1541-1544. Tower mint. North no. 1797.
Created on: Thursday 2nd February 2012
Last updated: Monday 6th February 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bosley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A907A3
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy double looped oval buckle dating to the Post-Medieval period, (1500-1700). The frame is bevelled and plain. It is D-shaped in cross-section. The strap bar is narrowed. The object can be dated from 1550-1700.
Created on: Thursday 2nd February 2012
Last updated: Monday 6th February 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eaton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-4C8DB5
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy flat axe of Early to Middle Bronze Age. The axe is a narrow butted flat axe with a slight stop ridge about 50mm from the butt end. It has straight sides, a rounded butt and a flared cutting edge with concave shoulders. The cutting edge is crescentric in plan and measures 1.20mm thick. The butt is 18.14mm wide and the width at the stop ridge is 26.65mm. The object is corroded. On one face part of the dark brown patina remains while the majority of the patina has broken away leaving a rough light green surface on the opposite face. It probably dates f…
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 7th December 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mottram St Andrew', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DENO-4F0ED1
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but worn two cast lead alloy spindle whorls of probable late Medieval to early post Medieval date. The whorls are circular in plan and bi-convex in section with a central circular perforation. Both faces of each whorl are decorated with linear designs some of which may or may not be intended to represent lettering but this is too worn to be legible. Cast lead weights, including whorls are difficult to date with accuracy. Based on the linear design/lettering this whorl has been dated as probably late Medieval to early Post Medieval, c. 1400-1800. Dimensions: Whorl 1: 28.04…
Created on: Thursday 17th November 2011
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wilmslow Area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DENO-40E2A6
Object type: LITHIC IMPLEMENT
Broad period: MESOLITHIC
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lithic Implement: Knapped flint tool of Mesolithic date. The tool is an end scraper formed from a thick flake with some cortex still remaining. The ventral side of the flake still has the bulb of percussion, bulb scars and ripples but the striking platform has been modified slightly as this end of the flake forms the scraping edge of the other side. The dorsal side of the flake has two ridges forming 3 faces from which earlier flakes have been removed during the knapping process. The proximal end of these faces has undegone invasive and abrupt retouch to form the scraping edge. Th…
Created on: Wednesday 16th November 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 16th November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lyme Handley area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-6DC8A1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Slver half groat of Henry VIII, (1509-1547). Obverse: HENRIC VIII D G R AGL'Z FR; Crowned bust right. Reverse: CIVITAS CANTOR; long cross fourchée over royal shield. W A beside shield. Mint mark: T 1526-1532AD. Spink no: 1802.
Created on: Thursday 13th October 2011
Last updated: Thursday 3rd November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eaton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35D826
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (43 - 1650 AD). The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and lentoid in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast off centre. The internal diameter of the hole measures 8.36mm wide. Faint traces of decoration (diagonal raised ribs) are present on both the upper and lower faces are present. The whorl has a diameter of 26.94mm and is 13.44mm thick. It weighs 42.2 grams. The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-FA9742
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindlewhorl, of Roman to Medieval dating (43 AD to 1500 AD). Diameter: 34.16mm Thickness: 8.51mm Weight: 34.0 grams
Created on: Friday 27th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 6th December 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-F9FBB5
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A double looped 'spectacle' buckle of Post Medieval dating (c.1550 - c.1650 AD). Ornate decoration is present on either side and at the ends of the central bar. Length: 48.53mm Width: 27.49mm Thickness: 2.89mm Weight: 4.9 grams
Created on: Friday 27th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-F9D537
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete wrought copper alloy finger ring, probably of Late Post Medieval to Early Modern dating (19th to 20th Centuries AD). The hoop is D shaped in cross section, being rounded to the external (outside edge). No bezel is present. The internal surface is flat. Traces of a pattern are present, including the word ONE. This would suggest that the finger ring was made from an old one pence piece. No date can be read. The finger ring is a dark green colour, with an even patina covering the majority of the surface. Along the edge, the patina has flaked away in a couple of areas, to …
Created on: Friday 27th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-2AEF67
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle from a skillet or posnet, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The handle is sub rectangular in plan, and D shaped in cross section. The top of the handle has been decorated with a repeating cross style design. The design consists of a cross made up from four open triangles, with the apex (point) pointing inwards (also known as a cross pattee). Three repeats of the design are present along the handle, prior to the break. The opposing end exhibits a dropped end. The underneath of the handle has a ridge running centrally dow…
Created on: Thursday 5th May 2011
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-2A8B22
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a musket ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid to dark grey colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 11.94mm and weighs 8.1 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 5th May 2011
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-AF76B8
Object type: TILE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a ceramic floor tile of probable late medieval to post-medieval date. Traces of a lead glazed design are visible on the surface. This design is largely missing, although the traces that survive appear to be floral and geometric. The ceramic is orange on the surface and a darker brown on the base. It measures 84.5 mm long, 79.2 mm wide, 20.1 mm thick and weighs 131.9 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 5th October 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 5th October 2010
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-5D2992
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy key dating to the Medieval period, (1100-1500). The key has a hollow circular sectioned stem and a circular bow. The bow is decorated with three projecting rounded knops. Below the bow is a collar which would have prevented the key being inserted too far into the lock. A channel connects the bit to the stem. The bit contains four wards and three clefts. Above the bit one side of the stem has broken away. The object has a mid green patina and is corroded.
Created on: Friday 1st October 2010
Last updated: Friday 29th October 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Poynton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-FC43F3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy trade weight of Elizabeth I, (1558-1603). The object is circular in plan and flat. On one side of the object is a ewer opposite of which on the same side are the letters EL with a crown above. Beside the letters is a dagger. At the centre of the object is a small circular depression. The object is bordered by a groove. On the opposite face of the object is a central circular depression which is surrounded by two circular ridges. The surface of the object has been scratched in an irregular manner radiating out from the centre. One half of the patina on this side has b…
Created on: Thursday 2nd September 2010
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Adlington Hall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AD3CA6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: GREATER MANCHESTER
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Charles I, (1625-1649). Obv: …O..REX; crowned bust left with I behind. Rev: [I]VSTIT[IA THRONVM FIRMAT]; oval shield. Pierced.
Created on: Friday 30th April 2010
Last updated: Friday 7th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Woodford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AD2DA2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: GREATER MANCHESTER
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver commonwealth penny, (1649-1660). Obv: Shield of St. George within wreath formed of a palm and laurel branch. Rev: conjoined shields of St. George and Ireland with I above. No legend. North 2729.
Created on: Friday 30th April 2010
Last updated: Thursday 27th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Woodford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-02C794
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A groat of Edward III dating from c. AD1351-52. Obv descr: crowned bust facing with trefoils on cusps of tressure. EDWA[...] REX ANGLI Z FRANCI. Long cross dividing legend with pellets in angles. CIVITAS LONDON / POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV. It's Pre-Treaty Series C, i.m. cross 1; Lombardic M, reversely barred Ns, wedge-tail R and annulet stops. North 1147. The diameter is 22mm and the weight is 1.32g.
Created on: Tuesday 5th May 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'MACCLESFIELD', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C6DC10
Object type: EDGED WEAPON
Broad period: ROMAN
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy object of uncertain function probably Roman in date. It is linear in form, flat on the front with a central raised line on the reverse. The top half is in the shape of a vase (seen in plan), it then narrows for the lower half. Both ends appear broken. The lower terminal is beginning to curve before it is broken. It is most likely some form of spear tip or fitting. A similar item was found at South Shields (p.216 no.740) and was described there as a rod. Photograph kindly supplied by finder
Created on: Tuesday 13th January 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-2EA604
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: CHESHIRE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead conical shaped weight, probably Medieval in date. It has a circular loop set at the top. The top is rounded. It has a height of 24.12mm. There are 7 raised lines running from the top down to the bottom of the weight. The base of the weight has a slight raised rim. Weights are very hard to date precisely as few have been found in dateable contexts in excavation and no real work has been done on them.
Created on: Wednesday 13th August 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.