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Unique ID: BH-00A2DD
Object type certainty: Certain
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A lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods.
The upper surface of the discoidal weight bears several concentric relief-moulded rings which overlie an equal-armed cross. A pierced hole is located a short distance in from the edge.
Diameter: 38.1mm; thickness: 6.5mm. Weight: 52.53g.
Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder
Broad period: UNKNOWN
Period from: MEDIEVAL
Period to: POST MEDIEVAL
Date from: Circa AD 1066
Date to: Circa AD 1750
Quantity: 1
Thickness: 6.5 mm
Weight: 52.53 g
Diameter: 38.1 mm
Date(s) of discovery: Sunday 20th April 2014
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Other reference: Ver 14/67 - 97
Primary material: Lead Alloy
Manufacture method: Cast
Completeness: Complete
Grid reference source: Generated from computer mapping software
Unmasked grid reference accurate to a 100 metre square.
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