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Record ID: SUR-D615CB
Object type: LITHIC IMPLEMENT
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A curved flint blade of probable Bronze Age date, 53.8mm in length and struck from a secondary flake of grey flint. The distal end has been worked into a triangular point with short semi-abrupt retouch on both sides. The flake has cortex on both faces at the proximal end suggesting that it derived from a nodule with a thick cortical layer.
Created on: Friday 22nd March 2024
Last updated: Friday 22nd March 2024
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Record ID: SUR-C2C137
Object type: LEAF ARROWHEAD
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lanceolate leaf-shaped flint arrowhead made from dark brown flint with bifacial low angle covering retouch. The cross section is lenticular and the tip is missing. Early Neolithic to early Bronze Age.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-4C71E9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval continental sterling imitation penny of John the Blind (AD 1309-46), King of Bohemia and Prince of Luxemburg, dating to the period AD 1309 - 1346. Long cross reverse. Uncertain mint.
Mayhew (1982), p.100, no.257.
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4C4536
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval cut halfpenny of Henry II (AD 1154-89) dating to the period AD 1165 - 1168. Tealby cross and crosslets reverse type. Bust D3. Moneyer uncertain. Mint of Newcastle.
North, Vol. 1, p.217, no.959.
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4BFFF6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman denarius of Severus Alexander (AD 222 - 235) dating to the period AD 224 (Reece Period 11). P M TR P III COS P P reverse type depicting Pax standing left, holding olive branch and sceptre. Mint of Rome.
RIC IV, pt.2, p.73, no.40.
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4BD7AE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Carausius (AD 286-93) dating to the period AD 286-293 (Reece Period 14). PAX AVG reverse type depicting Pax standing left, holding branch and vertical sceptre. Mint of London.
RIC V, pt.2, p.471, no.99.
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4BB3F4
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy gilded possible Limoges-style strap fitting or buckle plate of medieval date, c.AD 1150 - 1350.
The object is sub-triangular with a forked terminal formed of two sub-rectangular strips which curve round slightly before terminating in worn breaks. Two circular perforations are present to the corners of the wider end.
The upper surface of the object is decorated in low relief with a possible winged figure, possibly representing the angel of St Matthew. The figure is depicted only from the waist up. The reverse is flat and undecorated.
The metal has a dark …
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4B406E
Object type: COSMETIC MORTAR
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy cosmetic mortar of Roman date, c.AD 100 - 300. Jackson’s end-looped mortar with plain terminal type.
The mortar is an elliptical bow with a central grooved channel and low convex walls, a broad rounded keel and a U-shaped cross section. A partial integral suspension loop is present with worn breaks.
The metal has a dark green patina and is very worn and pitted. The mortar is 43.7mm long, 9.5mm wide, 9.6mm thick and weighs 12.1g.
The mortar is one half of a cosmetic set, the other half would be a pestle, most probably used for grinding cosmetic materi…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-4AFCD8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy disc brooch of Roman date, c.AD 80 - 250. Mackreth 2011, British Plate Brooch, uncertain sub-type.
The brooch is circular with worn edges. The upper surface has a white-metal coating displaying file marks and is otherwise undecorated.
The remains of a hinge mechanism and catchplate are present at opposing points of the reverse which is otherwise flat. The pin no longer remains.
The metal has a mid-green patina and is worn. The brooch is 23.4mm in diameter, 6mm thick (with hinge), 1.4mm thick at the plate and weighs 3.8g.
Ref:
Mackreth, D.F. (2011)&n…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4AC301
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy finger ring of Roman date, c.AD 43 - 300. Guiraud type 2a. Henig type III.
The bezel of the finger ring is ovate with a recessed upper surface which is now empty. To either side of the bezel the ovate sectioned shoulders narrow into a circular sectioned hoop. Both arms terminate in worn breaks.
The metal has a dark grey/green patina and is worn. The finger ring is 21.6mm long, 10.9mm wide, 2.7mm thick and weighs 3.9g.
Ref:
Flynn, T. (2016) Finds Recording Guide: Finger-Rings; https://finds.org.uk/counties/findsrecordingguides/finger-rings/#Roman_fing…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-4AA0D7
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy buckle and plate of probable late Early-Medieval date, c.AD 800 - 1100.
The buckle is D-shaped with a narrowed and recessed bar and chunky outer frame. It is undecorated. A separately made plate is fitted around the bar by two narrowed integral strips with central slot for the pin. The plate is broadly rectangular with waisted sides and a decorative terminal. The upper surface is decorated with an indistinct moulded design. A rivet is present through the terminal. The pin no longer remains.
The metal has a mid-brown patina and is worn. The buckle is 55…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4970D2
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy buckle of medieval date, c.AD 1250 - 1400.
The buckle has a single looped oval frame with integral lobed knops to either end of the bar. An integral plate expands from behind the bar and is narrowed and framed at each end by a transverse moulding. The terminal end is broken and worn. A barrel moulding is present at the centre of the plate with a circular perforation through it. The reverse is flat and undecorated.
The metal has a mid-green patina and is worn. The buckle is 41.2mm long, 14.3mm wide, 2mm thick and weighs 2.3g.
Similar examples are illustrate…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-4E21B7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman radiate possibly of Gallienus (AD 253-268), sole reign dating to the period AD 260-268 (Reece Period 13). Unclear PROVID reverse type depicting Providentia standing left, holding baton in right hand and sceptre in left hand; at her feet, globe. Mint unclear.
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-38519D
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy strap fitting of Post-Medieval date, c.AD 1500 - 1600.
The main plate is asymmetrical and curvilinear, tapering from a wide flared trilobed terminal to a narrower bifid terminal from which a circular sectioned forward-facing hook extends. The hook terminates in a globular knop.
It is decorated on the front surface with a series of incised curved lines spanning outwards from the centre resulting in a foliate pattern. Two rivets for attachment are present, one to each end of the plate. The reverse is flat and undecorated.
The metal has a dark green/brown patina…
Created on: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-25A4DA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Magnentius (AD 350 - AD 353) dating to the period AD 350 - 353 (Reece Period 18). GLORIA ROMANORVM reverse type depicting Magnentius galloping right, spearing barbarian kneeling below horse and holding shield on left arm; below horse, shield and broken spear. Mint of Amiens.
As RIC VIII, p.121, no.3.
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-2556C7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dating to the period AD 322 - 323 (Reece Period 16). D N CONSTANTINI MAX AVG reverse type depicting VOT/XX within a laurel wreath. Mint of Arles.
As RIC VII. p.261, no.252.
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-24BB57
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Magnentius (AD 350 - AD 353) dating to the period AD 350 - 353 (Reece Period 18). VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE reverse type depicting two Victories holding shield inscribed VOT//V//MVLT//X. Mint unclear.
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-246F11
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a cast copper-alloy cruciform brooch dating to the Early-Medieval period, c. AD 400-600.
Only the footplate survives. The fragment is in the form of a anthropomorphic frontal-facing head with a transverse band above its head. It is sub-triangular in shape with a convex front and concave reverse. Above the transverse band the foot terminates with a worn break. Thick curved brows join and extend downwards to form a nose and then split to form a mouth or jaw. Two pellets set within circular cells form eyes. The face is slightly waisted between …
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-235EAD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and pierced debased silver Post-Medieval Irish Groat of Henry VIII (AD 1509-1547) dating to the period AD 1534-1540. 1st Harp Issue. Crowned harp dividing crowned royal initals H and R (Henricus Rex) reverse. Crown inital mark. Mint of London.
Spink 2003, p.146, no.6475.
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: SUR-228B26
Object type: BLADE
Broad period: PALAEOLITHIC
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A pointed retouched flint blade, possibly of late Upper Paleolithic date, 84.5mm in length, lanceolate in form and struck from a brown coloured flint. It has a trapezoidal cross section and a slightly curved side profile. There is low angle sub-parallel retouch along the entirety of one long side and along two thirds of the other, on the dorsal surface only, running to the distal tip, which has a triangular cross section and has been retouched around and across its entirety with semi abrupt and low angle retouch, to refine a working point. The distal end of the ventral s…
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-2247DA
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy horse and rider brooch, dating to AD 250 - 410. Mackreth (2011) OBJECT 2.1a, p.127, Plate 124, No.7935.
Only the plate of this brooch remains with the horses legs and tail missing and the rider remaining from the waist down. The pin, along with much of the pin mechanism is also missing. The horse is advancing right, it has a narrow waisted face. The face is decorated but it is difficult to distinguish the specific features. The mane is slightly arched and decorated with repeated vertical incised lines t…
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-219EED
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy one-piece Colchester brooch dating to the Roman period, c.AD 25-60. Mackreth (2011) Standard British Colchester, Type 2, p. 25, Plate 22.
The brooch is cast as a single piece and is now comprised of the bow and elements of the head and wings. The catchplate, spring and pin are missing. The head of the brooch is narrow with small rectangular wings either side and an integral projecting loop extending from the centre of the head. An integral oval sectioned strip of metal extends from the top of the brooch and curls back towards the bow…
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-20AD90
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy strap fitting of late Iron Age to Roman date, c.50 BC - AD 200.
The fitting comprises a single pointed ovate - or teardrop - element. This would have joined at the rounded end with a second pointed ovate element with one border overlapping and joining the adjacent loop, forming a pointed figure of eight shape. The point of the remaining element is marked by slightly raised, rounded ridge following the curve of the pointed end. The element has moulded decoration featuring a raised circular boss within a c…
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-206481
Object type: CHISEL
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a socketed chisel or miniature flat axe dating from the Late Bronze Age c. 1150-800 BC.
The fragment comprises a flat blade which tapers inwards as the thickness increases forming a broadly trapezoidal fragment. The fragment terminates short of full length with a worn transverse break. The fragment is hollow with the interior containing some organic material. Viewing the object towards the socket presents an elongated oval cross-section. The blade edge is fairly worn but otherwise undamaged. All the surfaces of the f…
Created on: Tuesday 6th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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This findspot is known as 'Ebberston and Yedingham', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-BBD99D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Henry III (AD 1216-1272) dating to the period circa AD 1251 - 1272. Voided long cross reverse. Moneyer Nicole. Mint of London. Class 5b2.
North Vol 1, p.227, no.992/2.
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-90427A
Object type: CANDLE SNUFFER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy possible candle snuffer of Post-Medieval date, c.AD 1600-1800.
The object comprises a hollow conical base topped by a large, rounded boss from which a flat ovate handle extends. A small circular perforation is present to the top end of the handle. The base of the conical element is broken and worn. Evidence of burning in the form of blackened areas to one side of the object are present.
The metal has a mid-green delaminated patina and is worn. The object is 46.3mm long, 21.6mm in diameter, 1.9mm thick and weighs 26.4g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8FD97B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy brooch of medieval date, c.AD 1250-1400.
The brooch comprises a quatrefoil frame with a D-shaped section. The corner of each lobe displays an ovate rounded knop. One arch of the frame has a circular perforation through which a pin is fitted. The pin is formed of a thin piece of copper-alloy wire and is fitted through the frame by an open loop.
The metal has a dark brown/green patina and is worn. The object is 23.5mm long, 23.7mm wide, 1.4mm thick and weighs 2.1g.
A similar brooch is illustrated in Egan and Pritchard (1991: 256-7, no.1342) which is from an exc…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8FAE40
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Richard II (AD 1377 – 1399) dating to the period AD 1377 – 1399. Cross on breast. Long cross with quatrefoil centre reverse. Mint of York. Type IIIb.
North Vol 2, p.63, no.1329f.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8F8E7A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval farthing of Edward I (AD 1272 - 1307) dating to the period AD 1300-10. Long cross reverse. Mint of London. Class 10. Withers Type 28.
North Vol 2, p.34, no.1058.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8EE059
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Henry V (AD 1413-1422) dating to the period c.AD 1413 – 1422. Mullet to left, trefoil to right of crown. Long cross with quatrefoil centre reverse. Mint of York. Class F.
North Vol 2, p.71, no.1403.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8EA1F8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman denarius of Diva Faustina I (AD 138-141) issued under Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161) dating to AD 141-61 (Reece Period 7). AVGVSTA reverse type depicting Vesta standing left, sacrificing over alter, holding palladium. Mint of Rome.
RIC III, p.72, no.370.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8E7EFA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman denarius of Diva Faustina I (AD 138-141) issued under Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161) dating to the period AD 141-61 (Reece Period 7). AETERINATAS reverse type depicting Providentia standing left, veil blown out behind head, holding globe. Mint of Rome.
RIC III, p.70, no.351.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8E4F90
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman denarius of Commodus (AD 177-192) dating to the period AD 190-1 (Reece Period 9). CONC COM P M TR XVI COS VI reverse type depicting Concordia standing left holding patera and sceptre. Mint of Rome.
RIC III, p.390, no.219.
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 13th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-3B0705
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272 - 1307) dating to the period AD 1307 – 1309. Long cross reverse. Mint of London. Class 10cf3b.
North Vol 2, p.32, no.1042/2.
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Monday 12th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-E53CAC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Post-Medieval halfgroat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 – 1603) dating to the period AD 1582 - 1583. Third Issue. Square shield on long cross fourchee reverse. Bell initial mark. Mint of London.
North Vol 2, p.137, no.2016.
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-EAB6DD
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy buckle of medieval date, c.AD 1250 - 1400. Meols Type 10.
The buckle is a single looped oval with a narrowed and offset bar and ornate outer edges. Two prominent knops flank three grooves on the outer edge of the loop. The grooves act as rests for the pin. The pin no longer remains.
The metal has a mid-green patina and is in fair condition. The buckle is 17.3mm long, 17.8mm wide, 4.7mm thick and weighs 3.6g.
Similar examples are illustrated in Whitehead p.22 and are dated to circa AD 1250 - 1400.
Ref:
Griffiths, D., Philpott. R. and Egan, G. (2…
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-E6F9C8
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy seal matrix of medieval date, c.AD 1200 - 1400. The seal is heater shield shaped with an integral semi-circular lug set on a central raised spine to the reverse.
The seal bears the device of an eight-pointed star seated within an upward pointing crescent moon. The devise is within a solid linear border surrounded by a legend which reads *SIGILLVM SECRETI (secret seal).
The metal has a dark brown patina and is in good condition. The seal is 22mm long, 18.6mm wide, 7.7mm thick and weighs 4.5g.
Sealing was used for authenticating documents for around 300 ye…
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 16th January 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-F45108
Object type: SCRAPER (TOOL)
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete knapped lithic implement of probable Neolithic date, circa 4000 - 2300 BC. The formed from a secondary flake which is ovate in plan and D-shaped in section. The ventral surface is irregular displaying multiple varying directional removals.
The dorsal surface retains cortext over approximately 80% of the upper surface. Short, stepped, semi-abrupt retouch is present along the curved edge and into each side.
The flint is a dark grey colour. The implement is 60.4mm long, 36.3mm wide, 11.1mm thick and weighs 35.2g.
Scrapers are fairly ubiquitous throughout prehistory and are g…
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: YORYM-F35D57
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman barbarous radiate copying Gallienus (AD 253-268) dating to the period AD 275 - 285 (Reece Period 14). Uncertain reverse type depicting standing figure left holding possible rudder. Mint unclear.
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-F2B02E
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy zoomorphic buckle plate of medieval date, c.AD 1200 - 1400.
Only the front plate remains which is rectangular with two broken narrowed integral strips with central slot for the pin extending from one end. Two rivet holes are present to the opposite end of the plate, one in each corner.
The front of the plate is decorated with a design in relief of a quadruped, probably a lion passant advancing left and looking backwards over its shoulder. Its tail is curved in an s-shape over its back. The lion is set within a raised rectangular border. The reverse is flat …
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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This findspot is known as 'Scarborough Area', grid reference and parish protected.
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