STUD

Two lead-alloy studs, probably dating to the Post-Medieval period, possibly the 17th century. Each stud has an oval head that is plano-convex and concave on the underside, with a roughly centrally positioned shank extending from it. Each shank is circular in plan and flares at the bottom to form a circular base; the shank base on one of the objects is slightly domed in shape, while the other is flatter and is slightly damaged. On both objects casting seems are visible that run diagonally across the underside of the head and down the sides of the shank. One stud has a length of 20mm, a head measuring 26mm in diameter, a shank measuring 15mm with a damaged base measuring 13mm in diameter, and weighs 18.37 grams. The second stud has a length of 18mm, a head that is 28mm in diameter, a shalk measuring 15mm with a base measuring 11mm in diameter, and weighs 15.75 grams.

Ben Paites has recorded a similar object from the parish of Mistley in Essex (ESS-C88B16) and notes that no other parallels have been found for them, but based on their construction and shape they are likely 17th century in date.