WEIGHT

Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is broadly oval (sub-rectangular with tapering sides terminating in blunt points) in plan and cross section. On the upper point is an integral cast suspension loop which is circular in plan and oval in cross section. The perforation / hole through the centre is also oval with the upper edge being worn. It has an internal diameter of 6.3mm x 5mm. The body of the weight has a large central rib which extends from the upper edge to the base. The weight seems to be relatively undecorated. There are two horizontal seems present on one face, however, these may be the remains of the cast jets. The weight measures 64.3mm in length, 25.6mm width and is 17.5mm thick. It weighs 87.52 grams or 3.09 ozs (1350 grains).

The weight is a mid grey white colour with an even patina that covers all surfaces. The weight has been marked and abraded in the ploughsoil soil which has caused it to become asymmetrical. The upper suspension loop has been damaged and badly abraded by movement. Similar weights are recorded as being associated with fishing in the medieval period cf: CBA Research Report No 74 at - T

- by J M Steane and M Foreman. At Fig 12.8