Record ID: HESH-1BEDA8
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast and incised copper alloy pin of Early Medieval (Middle Anglo-Saxon) date (700-850 AD). The pin is complete but has been badly abraded in the plough soil. The head of the pin is an irregular pentagon in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. It measures 7.8mm x 7.6mm x 1.8mm. The head of the pin has been decorated on either face with a single incised ring and dot decoration. This decoration has been badly affected by corrosion and much of the detail has been lost. The base of the head of the pin extends into a much abraded thickened collar. The collar tapers into the pin shaft …
Created on: Monday 21st May 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-689F32
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic mount of probable late Early Medieval (late Anglo-Saxon) or Medieval date (800 - 1100 AD). The fitting is mostly likely to be from an item of furniture such as a box; however it could be from a piece of horse harness. The mount is sub rectangular in plan with two tapering long sides and a rounded pointed terminal; the other terminal is relatively wide. In cross section the mount is D shaped, with the front face being beveled and domed. The reverse of the mount is relatively flat, with two small rivet holes positioned on the upper and lower edges…
Created on: Monday 18th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 7th April 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corve Dale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-690413
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap end of later early medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date, 800 - 1000 AD. Only the lower part of the strap end survives. The strap-end is sub-rectangular in plan with two parallel sides which tapers to a blunt point at one end and a broken edge at the other. The cross section is sub-rectangular and profile is slightly bowed. The edges of the strap-end are also slightly beveled. It measures 22.6 mm in length, 9.4mm width, is 2.1mm thick and weighs 1.44 grams. Only the lower section of the strap end survives the upper part of the decorative plate an…
Created on: Monday 18th June 2007
Last updated: Wednesday 5th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corve Dale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-692923
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap end of later early medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date, 800 - 1000 AD. The strap-end is sub-rectangular in plan with two parallel sides which taper to a blunt point. The profile is sub-rectangular and also slightly bowed. The cross section is sub-rectangular. The edges of the strap-end are also slightly beveled. It measures 31.4 mm in length, 9.7mm width, is 2.1mm thick and weighs 2.72 grams. The majority of the strap is cast as a solid piece, with the exception of the widest part of the terminal which divides, in profile, forming a '
Created on: Monday 18th June 2007
Last updated: Sunday 23rd March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corve Dale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E9D295
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Gilt cast copper alloy decorative mount of early medieval (Irish) date (650-850 AD). The mount is incomplete approximately a quarter survives. Originally, it was circular with a diameter of around 49mm. The face of the brooch bears chip-carved and inlaid decoration the main feature of which is a central cross dividing the field into four equal parts. The reverse is undecorated and corroded. The only element which survives on the reverse is a much distorted oval, raised fitting. The fragment measures, 34.9mm width, 45.4 mm length, it is a maximum of 4mm thick and 11.59 grams. The f…
Created on: Wednesday 5th September 2007
Last updated: Monday 31st October 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitchurch Area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3AC4C6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Possible cast lead alloy (pewter?) disc brooch of early medieval (later Anglo Saxon / 9th -10th Century) date (800-1000 AD). There is some debate as to whether this is actually part of a brooch or possibly a post medieval lead token; due to the large amounts of damage it is impossible to be certain of the identification. If the artefact is a brooch it would have originally been circular, however due to abrasion and plough damage, it is now more oval or sub-rectangular in plan and is slightly domed in profile. It measures 28.9mm length, 21.2mm width is a maximum of 3.4mm thick, and wei…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd October 2007
Last updated: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-35BB80
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper alloy single-looped buckle with copper-alloy plate, of probable 11th- to 12th-century date. The buckle frame is broadly D-shaped with an oval cross-section. The frame is relatively small in size with a thick outer edge ending in terminals in the form of much abraded stylised animal heads, possibly dogs. These are cast and each consists of two oval or sub-triangular relief ears, similar relief oval eyes set within grooves, and two small pellets for the nose. The preservation on one face is much better than the other. The bar is offset, held between the undersides of the dog…
Created on: Monday 15th October 2007
Last updated: Monday 6th June 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bridgnorth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-1E7057
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy stirrup-strap mount of later early medieval date (1000 - 1100 AD) of Williams Class A, Type 2a. The stirrup strap mount is broadly sub-triangular in plan with a slight convex (domed) front and a concave rear face. The edges of the mount are bevelled. In profile the mount is sub-rectangular (D Shaped) and in cross section the mount is arched (C shaped). The mount is pierced in three places; at the apex of the mount, and two parallel holes at the base. The hole at the apex is slightly off centre and respects the decoration; it has a diameter of 2.7mm. The lo…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2008
Last updated: Monday 27th July 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-896A82
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap end of later early medieval (Anglo-Saxon) - 9th-10th Century date (800 - 1000 AD). The strap-end is probably best described as late Saxon, or possibly Anglo-Scandinavian in style. It is broadly sub-rectangular in plan with two parallel sides which taper to a blunt zoomorphic point. The profile is sub-rectangular and also slightly bowed. The cross section is sub-rectangular. The edges of the strap-end are also slightly bevelled. The strap end measures 35.2 mm in length, 17.9mm width, is 4.8mm thick and weighs 10.01 grams. The majority of…
Created on: Wednesday 29th October 2008
Last updated: Friday 13th September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-9E5E32
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy fragment of unknown date or function: It is highly likely that this fragment is either part of a pull handle from a piece of furniture of post medieval date (1600-1800) or alternatively be an unusual variant of a small – long bow brooch of Early Medieval date (600 – 800 AD). The vast disparity between these two functions is caused by the unusual nature of the head-plate; in that pierced head plates for the incision of rivets is almost unparalleled in brooch typology - the use of a gilt finish is also highly unusual. These two points may actually point to a much la…
Created on: Thursday 30th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cheltenham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-696AA7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver Penny of AEthelred II (the unready) struck in London by the moneyer Aelfwold. Reverse Type; First Hand of Providence (North 766). c. 979-985 AD
Created on: Wednesday 3rd December 2008
Last updated: Thursday 7th April 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Condover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-896F77
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Folded sheet metal strap end of early medieval date 800-1100 AD. The strap end is formed from a single sheet of cast copper alloy which has been folded to form a V into which a leather strap or belt would have been inserted and secured by two copper alloy rivets. The strap end is sub-rectangular in both plan and cross section. The upper face has been decorated with a series of incised / chip carved designs. The reverse face is plain and undecorated. The positioning of the two rivet holes is unusual, in that one is placed near the open terminal, whilst the other is positioned half-way …
Created on: Thursday 22nd January 2009
Last updated: Thursday 2nd April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bletchington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-FEA144
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but broken into two conjoining parts, cast copper alloy strap fitting (strap union ,harness link) of Early Medieval (Anglo-Scandinavian) date (1000-1200). The strap fitting is irregular in plan and D shaped in cross section. It consists of a central sub-circular domed boss from which two horizontal arms project. Two smaller knop-like projections extend from the boss on the upper and lower edges; these are also D shaped in cross section. Each horizontal arm tapers and then expands to form a lozenge (diamond) shaped strap junction. The arm is a narrow D shaped bar with no ev…
Created on: Thursday 5th March 2009
Last updated: Tuesday 18th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shifnal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-859D01
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast and incised copper alloy bi-conical (globular) pin of probable middle Early Medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date (650-900 AD). The pin is incomplete with the tip of the pin being broken and lost. It measures 32.4mm length, 8.6mm wide and 8.4mm thick across the head. It weighs 3.28 grams. The pin can be divided into three parts; the head, the collar, and the shank. The head of the pin is globular being broadly sub-spherical (tear drop) in shape. The top of the pin head is relatively flat with a single cast ring and dot motif centrally positioned. The sides of the pin are irre…
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Friday 18th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85ADC8
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast and incised copper alloy bi-conical (globular) pin of probable middle Early Medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date (650-900 AD). The pin is incomplete being broken beneath the pin head. It measures 12.9mm length, 10.7mm wide and 10.3mm thick across the head. It weighs 4.28 grams. The pin can be divided into three parts; the head, the collar, and the shank. The collar and shank are missing / lost. The head of the pin is faceted and broadly bi-conical in shape. The top of the pin head is relatively flat with a single cast ring and dot motif centrally positioned enclosed within a…
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Friday 18th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85C3B3
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast and incised copper alloy polyhedral headed pin of probable middle Early Medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date (650-900 AD). The pin is bent through 90 degrees at the midpoint; therefore the length of the pin is estimated. The pin measures 61.2mm length, 5.1mm wide and 5.3mm thick across the head. It weighs 1.94 grams. The head of the pin is faceted and polyhedral in shape. The top of the pin head is relatively flat with an undecorated diamond shaped panel. From this central square (diamond) four slight triangular flat undecorated sides extend. These four panels form the upper edges of a…
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Friday 18th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85CC82
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast and incised copper alloy polyhedral headed pin of probable middle Early Medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date (650-900 AD). The pin is incomplete with the shaft being broken before the mid-point.. It measures 22.1mm length, 7.1mm wide and 7.3mm thick across the head. It weighs 3.28 grams. The pin can be divided into three parts; the head, the collar, and the shank. The head of the pin is faceted and polyhedral in shape. The top of the pin head is relatively flat with a single cast ring and dot motif centrally positioned enclosed within a diamond shaped panel. From this centra…
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Friday 18th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85D275
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap end of later early medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date, 800 - 1000 AD. The strap-end is sub-rectangular in plan with two parallel sides which taper to a blunted point. The profile is sub-rectangular and also slightly bowed. The cross section is sub-rectangular. The edges of the strap-end are also slightly bevelled. It measures 38.3 mm in length, 9.5mm width, is 2.8mm thick and weighs 3.0 grams. The majority of the strap is cast as a solid piece, with the exception of the widest part of the terminal which divides, in profile, forming a '
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Wednesday 5th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85D871
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy strap end of later early medieval (Anglo-Saxon) date, 800 - 1000 AD. The strap-end is broadly sub-rectangular in plan with two parallel sides which taper to a blunted point. The profile is sub-rectangular and also slightly bowed. The cross section is sub-rectangular. The edges of the strap-end are also slightly bevelled. It measures 26.4 mm in length, 10.3mm width, is 2.3mm thick and weighs 2.83 grams. The remaining fragment consists of the lower end and body of the strap end. It is cast as a solid piece and is broken at the widest point, presumably …
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Friday 18th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-85E083
Object type: SLEEVE CLASP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy catch-piece from a wrist-clasp (or sleeve clasp) of Hines's Form B18c, probably dating to the 6th century. The catch-piece is broadly sub-rectangular in plan with a broken abraded sub-rectangular projection on one edge which represents part of the rectangular 'eye' or catch; this would have contained the hook from the other half of the clasp. In profile it is slightly bowed, and in cross section is broadly lentoid. It measures 34.2mm length, 16.3mm width, is 2.9mm thick and weighs 6.08 grams. It has a central thickened b…
Created on: Friday 17th April 2009
Last updated: Wednesday 16th January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Herefordshire', grid reference and parish protected.