Record ID: WMID-686093
Object type: APOTHECARY WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy possible apothecary weight of Post Medieval dating, circa AD 1600 - AD 1800. The weight is sub square and rectangular in cross section. Edges are bevelled. Obverse and reverse are flat, but no decorational details are visible.  The weight measures 16.0 mm in length and is 15.9 mm wide. It has a thickness of 3.8 mm and weighs 5.4 g (0.19 oz). The weight is green in colour with an even patina. Abrasion caused by movement whilst within the plough soil may have resulted in the loss of some of the or…
Created on: Wednesday 12th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 12th April 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F6F781
Object type: ARCHITECTURAL FRAGMENT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy support for an iron peg, of probable Post medieval dating (17th to 19th Centuries AD). It is irregular in plan and section, consisting of a hollow conical shaped item. The front does demonstrate a recessed rectangular area, similar to that of a finger nail. It measures 33.66mm in height, 29.98mm wide and 19.32mm thick. It weighs 54.8 grams. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. This find is probably that of a lead well, cast into a depression in a rock or similar structure to hold an iron peg or pole in place. Being hollow…
Created on: Tuesday 13th September 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 13th September 2011
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Record ID: WMID-9D897C
Object type: AWL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy probable awl or piercing tool, of uncertain dating but probably Post Medieval to Modern (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable awl has a circular sectioned shank, with a domed circular head (5.1 mm in diameter), which gradually tapers to a blunt point (1.6 mm in diameter). It measures 51.0 mm in length, and has a maximum diameter of 5.1 mm. It weighs 5.2 g. The probable awl is a mid to darkgreen colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. …
Created on: Tuesday 10th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 10th February 2015
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Record ID: WAW-180323
Object type: BADGE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy badge with a floral motif, of Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The badge is irregular in plan and cross section. The badge is openwork in design, with a central flower design. Two petals of which are present. Each petal has two layers - a top petal and a bottom petal and are convex (domed) in nature. The tips of the petal touch the outer circular rim. From the curvature of the outer rim, it would originally have an a diameter of 5 cm, with 25% of the rim surviving. The back shows the reverse of the design, with a central concavity…
Created on: Thursday 27th January 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 1st February 2011
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Record ID: WMID-F014C5
Object type: BEAD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy probable bead or toggle, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable bead or toggle is a cylindrical hollow tube, with a central narrowed waist, creating the impression of two separate beads. A central thin groove is present on each of the beads as decoration. Both ends appear intact. It measures 19.2 mm in length, a maximum diameter of 11.8 mm and a minimum diameter of 7.9 mm (at the waist) and the sides are 3.1 mm thick. It weighs 8.9 g. The probable bead is a mid green to brown colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion,…
Created on: Monday 29th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2018
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Record ID: LVPL-317B05
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Approximately 60% of the bell is present, with part of one side no longer present. The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The body of the bell has broken across one half of the upper section, resulting in the loss of one side of the mouth. The internal surface exhibits a couple of areas of reddish brown surface dep…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 30th March 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-DB1015
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Approximately 25% of the bell is present, with the base and most of the top missing. The bell is irregular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The body of the bell has broken across one half of the upper section, resulting in the loss of one side of the mouth and the lower hemisphere of the bell. The internal surface exhibits a couple o…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Thursday 22nd September 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-512724
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An complete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This casting method is indicated by the present of two 'sound holes' (internal diameter 3.4mm) which are primarily to assist …
Created on: Thursday 19th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd June 2011
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Record ID: WMID-5A1BE8
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of 18th Century AD dating, made in the Aldbourne factory by William Gwynn between 1770 and 1813 AD. Approximately 50% of the bell is present, in two non joining fragments. consisting of the two lower hemispheres. The top of the bell is missing, including the suspension loop. The 'pea' is missing. The lower hemispheres of the bell have been decorated with a 'sunburst' / arched design. A maker's mark of 'WG' with an annulet to either side of each letter above is located in a circular cartouche at the base of the bell. The bell…
Created on: Monday 9th December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 16th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-30FA81
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An complete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The Iron 'pea' is still present inside the bell. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This casting method is indicated by the present of two 'sound holes' (intern…
Created on: Thursday 20th December 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-D1C241
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast silver spherical 'hawking' bell, of Early Post Medieval dating (15th to 16th Centuries AD). The bell is formed of upper and lower hemispheres soldered or brazed together, in a raised join around the centre and decorated with a cable ornament. The upper hemisphere is plain with a silver loop soldered to the centre. The loop is formed of a D-shaped loop of silver attached to the bell. The lower hemisphere has a thin sound slot ending in small circular holes, running right across it. A pea (of uncertain material) is still present inside the bell. There is no evidence o…
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2017
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Record ID: WMID-CDD6C6
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete tinned copper alloy bell, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). Around 25% of the bell is present, consisting of the part of the top and the base of the suspension loop. The base of the suspension loop is square. The exterior of the bell is curved, with four concentric grooves as decoration. Traces of tinning are present. The interior is plain, with traces of iron corrosion products, indicating that the clapper was probably made from iron. It measures 14.7 mm in length, 34.7 mm wide and 6.5 mm thick. It weighs 13.6 g. The bell fragment is a dark brown co…
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-960993
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). Around 80% of the crotal bell is present. A crack is present across the mouth of the bell. The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integral sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. Diagonal lines as decoration are present on either side of the mouth. The bell was cast in …
Created on: Tuesday 23rd June 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd June 2015
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Record ID: WMID-475B41
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The Iron 'pea' is still present inside the bell. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This casting method is indicated by the present of two 'sound holes' (interna…
Created on: Wednesday 21st August 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 21st August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-78C2C6
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. Diagonal lines have been engraved as decoration, radiating away from the rectangular slot. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This casting method is indicated …
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Friday 15th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-7903F2
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy decorated crotal or rumbler bell, of Late Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). Around 25% of the bell is present, consisting of part of one half of the bell. The bell fragment is sub half spherical in shape and concave on the reverse. Traces of a moulded design are still present, consisting of three capitals ISW, within a pentagonal cartouche. The horizontal mould casting line is present as a mid rib around the bell. It measures 46.6 mm in length, 49.6 mm wide and 3.5 mm thick. It weighs 40.1 g. The bell fragment is a dark green colour,…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Friday 15th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A3AE06
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Anglesey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy vessel fragment, probably from that of a large bell, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The fragment is irregular in shape, with a rectangular cross section. It has a rim diameter of 19 cm, with about 10% of the diameter present. The interior is smooth, and still displays some lathe or turning marks. The exterior has multiple horizontal lathe or turning marks, and has a couple of flattened areas. These areas are possibly signs that if it was a bell, it was tuned. It measures 54.4 mm in length, 62.6 mm wide and 8.8 mm thick. It weigh…
Created on: Monday 18th November 2013
Last updated: Monday 18th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-5BBCDC
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of Post Medieval dating (Late 17th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The base has been decorated with an ovolo (egg and dart) band at the top, around two semi circular cartouches, one on either side of the slot. One cartouche bears a founder's hammer, the other has the in…
Created on: Monday 9th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 9th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-BFC238
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of Post Medieval dating (16th to 18th Centuries AD). The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an incomplete integral suspension loop attached to the top. Only the base of the suspension loop is present. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The base is undecorated. The iron 'pea' has corroded and is currently fixed to the inside of the base. The bell was cast in one piece, using two opposing moulds. This casting method is indicated by the present of one compl…
Created on: Thursday 26th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 26th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-80B6AD
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). Around 90% of the crotal bell is present. A crack is present across the mouth of the bell. The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The base of the bell is semi circular, with a rectangular slot across the base, with circular ends. The iron 'pea' is still present inside the bell. The bell was cast in one piece, usi…
Created on: Tuesday 16th September 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 16th September 2014
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