Record ID: DUR-DBDF99
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Redcar and Cleveland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy weight of probable Post-Medieval date (AD 1500-1900). The object is sub-oval, with slightly flattened base and apex, and areas of pitting and multiple depressions. There is a single central perforation which runs through the object: at the apex of the object the perforation is a small sub-rectangular slit (c.6.16mm x 2.1mm); at the base of the object the perforation is spherical (c.5.54mm in diameter). There appears to be traces of whatever was inserted through the object visible at the circular basal perforation (iron?). The object is mid grey with …
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 14th July 2020
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Record ID: DUR-19E172
Object type: WALKING STICK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete gold walking cane ferrule dating from the late 19th century. Description: The ferrule is made from thin sheet gold and has a stamped design in relief of foliate scrolls, with a thin plain border at each edge. A large central heraldic shield features an inscribed crest of a lion's head charged with a bend. The hallmark to the right of the shield shows the initials 'J.K.' and '18Ct'. The ferrule is sub-rectangular and appears to taper in slightly towards the base. The ferrule would have originally been tubular; however, it has been compressed, and is now almost flat. Th…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd August 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd August 2017
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Record ID: DUR-775EF0
Object type: VERVEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A complete silver vervel (hawk ring) dating to the post medieval period, c. AD 1550-1700 The vervel comprises the band, D-shaped section, with applied shield. The outer surface of the band is inscribed 'S WYLL MMALL' (Sir William Mallory). The flat-topped shield has a stylised horse's head inscribed onto the surface. The shield has been soldered at the point where the two ends of the ring join. The vervel has a mid grey patina and is generally in very good condition. Dimensions: External diameter of band:9.68mm. Internal diameter of band: 8.45mm. Band Thick…
Created on: Friday 7th April 2017
Last updated: Monday 30th May 2022
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Record ID: DUR-65EA3B
Object type: VERVEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete silver vervel (hawking ring), dating to the post-medieval period (c.AD1550-1650). The vervel comprises a circular hoop or band, rectangular in cross-section, soldered at the apex to a shield-shaped plate or bezel. Inscribed on the shoulders of the band to the left of the plate is the letter ‘H’, and to the right is the letter ‘K’. The heraldic design inscribed on the face of the plate are the head and shoulders of a heraldic griffin, with wings behind and arrow-shaped tongue protruding from the open mouth. The head of the griffin appea…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2020
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2023
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Record ID: DUR-C38ACF
Object type: VERVEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post medieval vervel of Lewis Richardson Type A dating from c. AD 1550-1700. Description:  Consisting of a flat ring with rectangular cross-section and central perforation, the ring is undecorated except for an inscription on both sides. One side reads  ‘+ AMBROS *’ with a looped first descender on the ‘A’, the other side reading ‘+ PVDSE *’. This name would be read as Ambrose Pudsey/Pudsay today. The vervel is complete, with no breaks in the ring and some slight scratches on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 13.89mm; Diameter o…
Created on: Thursday 23rd March 2023
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thirkleby area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-1FBD2E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object, comical in form, probably post-medieval to modern in date (c.AD1800-1950). The object is conical in form, with a slightly thinner rim (partially missing) at the base, and an incised line running circumferentially around approximately 2/3 of the cone, just above the base. The object is slightly misshapen on one side, with possible tooling marks visible. Dimensions: 28.68mm diameter; 16.99mm in height; 2.25mm thick; 14.1g in weight. The weight of the object suggests a high lead content, and possibly the object functioned as a cap or lid of some so…
Created on: Monday 28th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: DUR-AC5CD9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy decorated handle, probably dating to the later Post-medieval period (c.AD1800-1900). However, there is a possibility the object may be earlier. The object is subrectangular in form, tapering in towards the middle, and out again towards the base. The upper face, or front, is decorated with a series of five panels: the upper most (and largest) contains a single 'daisy-like' flower, with 14 petals radiating around a central disc (or stigma); the middle and lower smaller panels are similarly decorated with smaller flowers of nine petals. Separating the flo…
Created on: Friday 24th January 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 4th November 2020
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Record ID: DUR-4687BE
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hartlepool
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead toy cannon with wheels, dating to the Post medieval period (c.AD1700-1850) The object comprises two open-work wheels with eight (partial) spokes and a central 'hubcap', with the cannon fixed between the wheels at the apex. The muzzle of the cannon is more bulbous and with a small knob protruding from the 'mouth'. The opposing end protrudes from the wheels, and has been bent at a 90 degree angle. The base is broken away and missing, whilst the entire object is rather crushed and distorted. Dimensions: 41mm in length, 52.5mm in width, 5.7mm thick. Weight: 39.4…
Created on: Tuesday 7th July 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 7th October 2020
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Record ID: DUR-BE7223
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete crudely-cast cast lead toy miniature canon of mid - late Post-Medieval date (c.AD1700-1800). The object is generally cylindrical, having a circular section internal bore, a square external cross section at the breech end, and an oval cross section at the muzzle. The muzzle is plain, without rings or flanges. The barrel external diameter is slightly tapered from 8.17 (nearest breech) to approximately 7mm at muzzle with a step change from 7.99 to 7.45 mm at 21mm from the breech end. The metal is 0.79mm thick at the muzzle end. A ring bearing small, circular-section trun…
Created on: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Littletown area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-C0E9C7
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a cast copper-alloy object, possibly from barrel of a toy gun, probably post-medieval to modern date. Object is probably a longitudinal section from a cylindrical object. Exterior upper surface has longitudinal ridges with rounded bosses on central ridge. One end narrows to surround a orifice approximately 5.4 mm in diameter. A solid cylindrical prong extends longitudinally 3.8mm from this narrow portion, and appears to have been broken off. Lower interior concave surface is a rough and plain. Metal has brown patina. A small part of the upper surface has traces of …
Created on: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-D5CB78
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy toy dating from the 19th century (c.AD1800-1900). The object is formed and moulded, with a flattened reverse in the area of the torso suggesting the figure was originally attached to or rested against a larger object. The figure is posed with legs spread apart, leaning forwards slightly with the hands placed on the hips. The figure wears a hat three pointed hat or 'cap n' bells' and the nose and eyes are clearly demarcated in the worn face. The clothing is detailed and a variant on 16th century costume, possibly the motley of a fool, jester or…
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2023
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Record ID: DUR-C17E62
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade token of post-medieval date (1825 to 1898). Circular (33.46mm diameter x 0.9mm thick) 5.7 g in weight. Mid-brown patina with patches of green powdery corrosion. Both surfaces are worn. The token is dented/creased. A crack extends radially 10mm from the edge. Lettering: Obverse: _ HILL & Co SUNDERLAND CLOTHYERS/ OUTFITTERS/AND/EXPORTERS TO ALL/PARTS OF THE WORLD/(?)27?/HIGH ST. Reverse: NEWCASTLE NORTH SHIELDS & SUNDERLAND WEST OF ENGLAND//CHEAPEST GOODS/ IN ALL/ ENGLAND/ESTABLISHED/1825 D Hill and Co was established as Dennis Hill's D…
Created on: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Low Pittington area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-2B21A4
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete domed thimble of post-medieval date (1650 - 1730). The thimble is conical, tapering from 16.33 mm diameter at the base to 12.05mm at the top, The end is a shallow dome shape. The walls are slightly flared at the base, forming a narrow (about 1.3mm) rim. The metal is dark brown (exterior and interior of walls) with interior coated incompletely with a pale grey material. A scrape mark on the exterior reveals a yellow shiny metal beneath the brown colour. The exterior of the dome is part white - grey and part red-brown, overlaid with two patches of brown metal towards th…
Created on: Wednesday 8th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-2D1696
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete domed white-metal thimble of post-Medieval to Modern date, possibly c. AD1850 - 1950 . The thimble is conical, tapering from 18.59 mm diameter at the base to 14.50mm at the top. The end is a shallow dome shape. A raised rim, 1.39mm high, extends around the base. The metal is a silvery white metal, in good condition. The thimble shows damage in the form of dents, scuff-marks and and holes extending through the thin metal of the walls. The dome has circular indentations (holes) arranged in seven concentric rows. These rows of dots continue down the walls to 6.25 mm a…
Created on: Wednesday 8th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-E892AD
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete domed thimble of post-medieval date (1730 - 1800). The thimble is conical, tapering from 11.9mm diameter at the crown to the base. Base diameter uncertain because thimble is crushed flat at the base. The end is a shallow dome shape. the rim is plain. The metal is dark brown (exterior and interior of walls) with light green corrosion and patches of thicker red-brown corrosion crust. part red-brown, overlaid with two patches of brown metal towards the edges of the dome which are apparently continuous with the wall material. The dome and walls have has circular indent…
Created on: Wednesday 29th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Low Pittington area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-B23402
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy strap fitting or sword belt hangar, in the form of an asymmetrical double looped plate, dating to the post-medieval period, (c.AD 1500-1600). The object is comprised of an irregular asymmetrical plate with two (of three) remaining integral basal loops. The left loop retains its circular suspension-eye, and appears broken at the base; the latter is missing from the central loop. The fitting has been broken to the right of the central rivet hole, thus the right loop, and right rivet hole, are missing. There is also evidence of damage to the fitting in …
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd August 2017
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Record ID: DUR-C0486C
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small, probably complete, copper alloy spoon of probable post-medieval date (1500 - 1800). Spoon has shield-shaped bowl and narrow tapering plain stem of oval-irregular cross section. A deep horizontal groove is present at the junction of bowl and stem. Bowl is shield shaped, in plan, with rounded end and straight sloping shoulders. Upper surface is flat, surrounding concave depression forming bowl. Lower surface is convex, tapering towards the rounded tip. Bowl is 10.45mm l x 13.49mm w x 2.34mm deep. Stem measures 20.98mm from top to groove. Stem tapers from 3.18mm at bowl end to …
Created on: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-E96902
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead shot, probably from pistol, of post-medieval date. The shot is generally spherical but with 5 flat areas, suggesting it was fired. 9.4mm diameter, 3.6g.
Created on: Wednesday 29th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-C11504
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A silver seal matrix dating to the post-medieval period (c.AD1600-1700) The seal matrix comprises a double-sided flat oval swivelling bezel held in situ, although no longer rotatable within its frame. One face of the seal depicts a shield blazoned with a chevron, two boar's heads couped above, one below, all left facing (note that all would be right facing when the seal was impressed). The other face depicts a demi-eagle between a pair of wings. Both designs are within a corded oval border, and all detail is engraved into the surface of the metal. The handle is simil…
Created on: Friday 3rd May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
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Record ID: DUR-A53171
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A silver seal matrix, dating to the post-medieval period, c.AD 1700-1800. The die (face of the seal) is oval in plan and rectangular in cross section. The reverse face of the die rises slightly toward centre, and is decorated with a series of oval shaped petals in relief, that radiate from the central pedestal. To the top of the pedestal is applied a cast perforated handle with a suspension loop terminal. The handle is formed from an inverted scrolling openwork heart-shape, the later split centrally by further scrollwork into three segments. The die face depicts a cu…
Created on: Wednesday 20th June 2018
Last updated: Friday 28th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Coniscliffe area', grid reference and parish protected.