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-B42691
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Post-Medieval cufflink or button dating from c. AD 1660-1720. The design conforms to Lewis Form 1, Type A. Description: The artefact consists of a stamped sheet disc with a circular plan and down-turned flange. The obverse is decorated with two hearts positioned side-by-side below a crown on a stippled background and plain flange. The reverse is undecorated with a central wire loop containing a broken iron fragment  - probably the remains of the chain connecting this cufflink to another. Dimensions: Diameter: 12.81mm; Height: 5.94mm; Weight: 1.86g. Discussion: Cr…
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-2C56D8
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 A complete silver pedestal fob seal of Post Medieval date, c. AD 1600-1700. Description: The matrix die is oval with an incused design. The pedestal has six facets with distinct divisions which taper to an integral quatrefoil suspension loop. The die face features an incised circular border surrounding a shield containing a chevron depicted as two parallel upwards pointed lines, surrounded by three cabossed stag’s heads, identified through their outward projecting ears and three-pronged antlers. Dimensions: Length: 23.3mm; Weight: 7.6g; Diameter: 17.01mm Discussion…
Created on: Tuesday 28th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Morton area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-ED22DD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Stockton-on-Tees
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny from the reign of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). First Issue, AD1560-1, cross crosslett initial mark, North 1988 Obverse description:Crowned bust left. Obverse inscription:E D [G ROSA SINE SPI]NA Reverse decription:Square shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend. Reverse inscription:[CIVI/TAS]/LON/DON Thickness: 0.53 mm Weight: 0.5 g Diameter: 13.55 mm
Created on: Wednesday 12th January 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-6D304B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver threepence of the Post Medieval period from the second issue of the reign of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). Second Issue - Acorn initial mark - AD1673 - London mint - North 1998 Obverse description:Crowned bust left with rose behind. Obverse inscription:[ELIZA]BETH [DG ANG] FRA ET HI REGINA. Reverse description: Square shield on long cross fourchee dividing legend, with date 1573 above. Reverse inscription:POSVI [DEV A]DIVT[OREM MEV ] The bust is possibly intentionally defaced and/or rubbed and/or scratched, but perhaps more tenuos than other examples…
Created on: Monday 25th October 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-C70623
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver half groat of the post-medieval period from the reign of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). Third Issue, i.m. 1, AD1601-2, Minted at the Tower of London, North 2016 Obverse description: Crowned bust left with two pellets behind [E D] G ROSA SINE SPINA Reverse description: Square shield on long cross fourchee CIVI [TAS LON] DON  The bust is possibly intentionally defaced and/or rubbed. Thickness: 0.55 mm Weight: 0.8 g Diameter: 16.43 mm
Created on: Tuesday 5th October 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-375C6E
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An incomplete silver cufflink of the 'Crown and Heart' type, dating to the Post-Medieval period (c.AD1662-1700). The cufflink comprises a single disc with downturned edges that terminate in an out-turned flange. The face is decorated in counter-relief with a crown above two hearts on a stippled field. The loop, soldered to the reverse, provided an attachment point for a short piece of chain, which would have in turn linked to the other disc of the cufflink (now missing). There is damage, folding, to the outer flange of the cufflink, and the loop on the reverse ha…
Created on: Monday 7th January 2019
Last updated: Friday 17th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ravensworth Area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-B39025
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver-gilt mourning ring fragment (c.AD1500-1650).  Description: A fragment of a silver gilt finger ring with a partial inscription on the interior band. The ring has a D-shaped cross section with plain, curved exterior face and flat interior face with an inscription reading ‘IHV’ and part of another unidentified letter or symbol. Dimensions: Diameter: 21.14mm; thickness: 1.39mm; weight: 1.90g Discussion: The form of the ring, with plain outer surface and inscribed inner band, is consistent with so-called posy (or posie) and mourning finger ri…
Created on: Thursday 16th June 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cowesby area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-E9A9FD
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete gold Posie or Posy finger ring, with decorated band and interior inscription in Roman capitals, dating to the early post-medieval period (c.AD1550-1650). The ring is 'D' shaped in section, and the outer band is decorated with incised recurring floral scroll work, interspersed with six alternately angled diagonal grooves. The internal band features the inscription "I HOPE IN TIME" in Roman capitals, prefixed by a crudely stamped cross pattée; between each word of the inscription is an incised frond or leaf. The hoop is slightly misshape…
Created on: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 17th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-CC57A4
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval gold ‘love’ ring c.AD1500-1700. Description: The finger ring comprises a flat sectioned strip of gold forming the band, with a join below the bezel. The band is decorated on both sides with two rows of decoration in a ‘twisted rope’ form separated by a plain central ridge. Above and below are two further ridges to the edge of the band. The bezel is in the form of a figure-of-eight knot, comprising a gold strip with similar decoration to the band: two rows of twisted gold wire with a plain ridge above and below. There is a small section …
Created on: Monday 28th February 2022
Last updated: Monday 18th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Framwellgate Moor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-998257
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but broken, post-medieval silver finger ring, set with a large glass or rock crystal 'gem', dating to the late 18th century (c.AD1750-1800). The band of the finger ring is 'D' shape in section and thin. The applied composite bezel has broken away from the hoop. It has a plain reverse with traces of solder (where the hoop was attached),  and the edges of the collet are crimped and/or beaded. The sub-oval collect itself holds what seems to be a slightly convex rock-crystal.  Dimensions: Hoop:Thickness: 1.7mm; …
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Monday 14th August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-020FF6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Leeds
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy finger ring dating to the post medieval period (c.AD1600-1800). The ring has a thin delicate band, widening at the shoulders to an integral sub-rectangular bezel. The bezel is has a line of punched dots running around the edge forming a border and enclosing a series of conjoined curving lines. above and below the lines are two larger punched dots. It has not been possible to discern and recognisable pattern in the design (e,g, a letter or identifiable figure). The point at which the bezel joins the shoulder of the band is damaged and cracked on one side, and has complet…
Created on: Friday 7th October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 25th July 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-016EE1
Object type: LID
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Redcar and Cleveland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy object possibly a ld from sort of vessel, post-medieval in date (c.AD1700-1900). The fragment is slightly convex and appears to have been circular when [more] complete. At the centre is a large rounded boss-like projection, surrounded by radiating and regularly spaced lines of perforations or holes.  Dimensions: Length: 33.4 mm; Width: 26.9 mm; Thickness: 2.14 mm; Weight: 8.5 g. The object is likely to be a lid, possibly from a pomander or similar to hold scented herbs. See NLM-26EDC8 on this database fo…
Created on: Thursday 13th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th July 2023
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Record ID: DUR-B13CD8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval silver half groat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603). Third Issue [possibly] tun initial mark, Tower of London - AD1591-2. North 2016 Obverse description: [illegible] Crowned bust facing left, two pellets behind head. Obverse inscription: E D G ROSA SINE SPINA. Reverse description: Square shield on long cross fourchee. Reverse inscription: CIVI/[TAS]/LON/DON. Both sides are worn, with the bust completely rubbed away (intentionally defaced / scratched?). Dimensions: Weight: 0.96 g; Diameter: 16.39 mm.
Created on: Friday 10th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 4th April 2023
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Record ID: DUR-9EED3A
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast iron cannon ball of Post-medieval date (AD 1600-1700). The object is sub-spherical and has a diameter of 55.6mm (2.1 inches), weight 660 (1lb 7oz).  This would place the object within the diameter range of the Falcon cannon. Alternatively, it is possible that balls of this size were used collectively as grape shot in larger cannon. The cannon  ball is pitted and scaled with  rust flakes  The Falcon cannon came into use during the latter half of the 15th Century and was mounted on wheels to make it more mobile. They were widely u…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 4th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-6ACC36
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete Posie or Posy finger ring with plain band, and an interior Roman script inscription, dating to the mid post-medieval period (c. AD1550-1650). The ring is 'D' shaped in section with a plain convex outer band. The ring is circular in plan. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: ‘LOVE IS A VERTW' in capital letters with Roman script. Dimensions: 18.76mm in diameter; 4.14mm in height; 1.33mm thick;3.8g in weight. Discussion: The inscription is not listed in Evans (1931); however, a similar inscription ‘LOVE IS A JOY’ (ibid, …
Created on: Friday 14th August 2020
Last updated: Monday 27th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shincliffe', grid reference and parish protected.

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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-602B62
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy buckle frame (but missing pin) dating to the early post-medieval period (AD1550-1650). The bucle is a 'double loop' or spectacle buckle frame with two semi-circular loops pinched in at each apex to give a shortened pin bar. The buckle has a plano-convex cross-section, as the back is flat. Overall, it is in good condition with a greenish-brown patina. Whitehead (2016, 62) illustrates some similar examples (see, for example,no. 301) and dates them to around 1550-1650.  Length: 35.23mm Width: 19.08mm Thickness: 2.47mm Weight: 4.8g Whi…
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 1st December 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-5FD756
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy coin weight dating to the Post Medieval period (AD 1760-1773). The coin weight is for a Portuguese Moidore, equivalent to 27 shillings, c.1760-1773 (Withers and Withers 1995, p55). Comparable examples recorded on the PAS database include SUR-F4C784, WAW-76B295 and PUBLIC-3D43A1. However, the latter are more plain in appearance, and lack the decorative reverse. IOW-5B8C33, although for a quarter moidore, is closer in form. The given weight for the Moidore (27s) is 10.76g (Biggs 1992, p34-5). The lower w…
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 1st December 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-5F3D84
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy mount in the form of a female head and partial upper torso, dating to the Post Medieval period (c.AD1700-1850). The mount is fairly robust, but hollow and open backed, or concave, on the reverse. The figure has has hair piled on her head, a delicate face, and a bare neck. Around the head is drapery that extends down the neck and around the chest where the shape of the upper part of the breasts appears to be visible. Below is what appreas to be the upper part of a bodice, decorated with vertical lines and broken at the base. On the reverse there is a projecting atta…
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 1st December 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-3E3FF9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 An incomplete post-medieval silver Russian wire kopek or Denga (half kopek), probably struck in the name of Tsar Mikhail Fedorovich Romanov (1613-45), mint: Moscow.  The oval flan typical for coins of this issue.  Measurements: Height: 6.93 mm; Width: 10.18 mm; Thickness: 0.55 mm; Weight: 0.22 g The record for similar coin KENT-60C25B notes that: Russian wire money was a long-lived design of horse-and-rider on the obverse with an inscription in four or fives lines on the reverse; it was produced from the 16t…
Created on: Monday 10th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-2B50B9
Object type: PIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete silver gilt ball-headed dress pin dating to the early post-medieval period, c. AD 1500-1600. The pin head comprises a hollow ovoid, divided into two by an applied medial band of silver filigree. The head is decorated with 13 hemispherical knops: six each above and below the medial band, and a further, slightly larger, knop at the apex of the pin head. Each knop is bordered by a complete ring of silver filigree. Traces of gilding can be seen both on the filigree and between the knops. Extending from the base of the pin head is a thin shaft which tapers to a sha…
Created on: Wednesday 6th May 2020
Last updated: Monday 10th October 2022
Spatial data recorded.

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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-C59621
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603) 2nd Issue, North No.1997. im Pheon AD1561-5 (note, date above shield illegible) Obverse: crowned bust (worn away, possibly deliberately defaced as legend is well preserved). ELIZABETH.D.GA_.FR'ET.HI.REGINA Reverse: Long cross fourchee dividing the legend, over square heraldic shield, date above shield illegible POSUI.DEU.ADIUTOREM. MEU Legend differs from North 1997, in FR' (cf North: FRA) and HI (cf North HIB). Obverse bust is worn away but reverse is much less worn, so bust has been deliberately defaced and …
Created on: Tuesday 5th October 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-99AE87
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Middlesbrough
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: An incomplete silver cufflink of the ‘Crown and Heart’ type, dating to the Post-Medieval period (c.AD1662-1700). The cufflink comprises two discs with downturned edges that terminate in an out-turned flange. The face of each disc is decorated in counter-relief with a crown above two hearts on a stippled field. The hollow reverses have traces of solder and markings indicating possible attachment points perhaps linking the two discs. Dimensions: Disc 1: Diameter:13.02; thickness: 2.12; weight 1.2g Disc 2: Diameter: 13.02; thickness: 2.54; weight 1.5…
Created on: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Last updated: Friday 18th March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nunthorpe area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-23171D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver halfgroat of Henry VIII (AD1491-1547). Second coinage, York mint (sede vancant), AD1530-1, i.m. key. North 1806 Obverse description: Crowned portrait of Henry VIII right. Obverse inscription: [HENRIC] VIII x D x G x R x AGL x Z x F[RA] Reverse description: Long cross fourchee over royal shield Reverse inscription: CIVITAS [EBO]RACI Thickness: 0.67 mm Weight: 1.2 g Diameter: 16.71 mm
Created on: Thursday 9th December 2021
Last updated: Thursday 9th December 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-0C97F3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete coin of Henry VII - Charles I, dating to the post medieval period (1489-1660) Both faces are virtually blank and/or illegible, save for the letters [...]SIN[...], presumably indicating 'SINA'
Created on: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Last updated: Thursday 9th December 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-2B654C
Object type: COCKSPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: An incomplete silver cockspur dating to the post-medieval period (c.AD1600-1715). The object comprises a subconical collar with a series of six crudely pierced and arranged holes just below (and in some cases upon) a slightly out turned rim. Projecting from the opposing edge of the collar is a single solid shaft (the ‘prick’) which curves slightly and tapers to a sharp point. Dimensions: 14mm collar diameter, 34mm total length, 27mm prick length. (measurements are approximate at this stage, and no weight can be given; see below) Discussion: Cock…
Created on: Wednesday 6th November 2019
Last updated: Monday 22nd November 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Binham area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-0C43BE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped silver penny of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) first issue, i.m. cross crosslet, AD1560-1, North 1988. Obverse description: Crowned bust facing left Obverse inscription: [E D G ROSA SI]NE SPINA Reverse description: Long cross fourchee over shield Reverse inscription: CIVI[TAS LOND]ON Thickness: 0.55 mm Weight: 0.6 g Diameter: 13.4 mm
Created on: Tuesday 14th September 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 14th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-F1470E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). 2nd coinage, i.m. Coronet, AD1567-8, North 1997 Obverse description: Crowned bust left Obverse inscription: [EL]IZABETH D G ANG [FR ET] HI REGINA Reverse description: Square shield with date above on long cross fourchee dividing the legend Reverse inscription: POSUI DEU ADIUTORE[M MEU] Thickness: 0.62 mm Weight: 2.6 g Diameter: 24.64 mm Note: Probably intentionally defaced and scratched in an attempt to remove the bust.
Created on: Monday 13th September 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-793478
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603) 2nd Issue, North No.1997. im Pheon AD1561 Obverse: crowned bust (worn away, deliberately defaced and scratched). ELIZABETH.D.GA_.FR'ET.HI.REGINA Reverse: Long cross fourchee dividing the legend, over square heraldic shield, headed 1561 POSUI.DEU.ADIUTOREM. MEU Legend differs from North 1997, in FR' (cf North: FRA) and HI (cf North HIB). Obverse bust is worn away but reverse is much less worn, so bust has been deliberately defaced and scratched. Diameter 24.48mm thickness 0.63 mm Weight 2.2g
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Runswick area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-B64A0B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Doncaster
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). 2nd coinage, i.m. [unknown], date: AD1561-83, North 1997 Obverse inscription: [ELIZABET]H D G ANG FR ET HIB REGINA Reverse description: Square shield on long cross fourchee dividing the legend Reverse inscription: [POSUI] DEU ADIUTOREM M[EU] Initial mark: unknown/missing Thickness: 0.68 mm Weight: 1.8 g Diameter: 26 mm
Created on: Friday 10th September 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-A13B2D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). 3rd coinage, i.m. Two (2), date: AD1602-3, North (1994) No. 2016 Obverse description: Crowned bust left with two pellets behind. CIVITAS LONDON Obverse inscription: E D [G ROS]A SIN[E SP]INA Reverse description: Square shield on cross fourchee Reverse inscription: [CIVI]TAS L[ONDON] Weight: 0.3 g Diameter: 17.27 mm
Created on: Thursday 9th September 2021
Last updated: Thursday 9th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-83A659
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Post-Medieval sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603). Second coinage, Initial mark: Long Cross, AD1581. Mint: London (Tower). North 1997. Obverse description: Crowned bust left with rose behind head Obverse inscription: ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HI REGINA Reverse description: Square shield on long cross fourchée dividing legend and date above shield 1581 Reverse inscription: POSVI / DEV AD /I VTORE / M MEV
Created on: Wednesday 21st July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 7th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-02929A
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete gold, gem-set 'momento mori' finger ring dating to the post-medieval period, AD 1680–1720. The finger ring has a circular, D-sectioned plain hoop, with no maker’s marks or engravings on the interior of the band. There is a raised, scrolling, foliate design with traces of black enamel inlay, on each shoulder. At the apex of the hoop is a raised, crenelated oval bezel with a faceted glass or rock-crystal gem. There are eleven oblong, parallel cells on its lower edge on each main side which have also been inlaid with the same black enamel as the shou…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2019
Last updated: Friday 12th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thirston area', grid reference and parish protected.

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-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-F8E19E
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A incomplete rectangular copper-alloy rectangular buckle frame, probably dating to the late post-medieval period (c.AD1800-1900). Approximately half of the buckle frame is missing: what survives of the frame is sub-rectangular, slightly bevelled on the obverse, flat on the reverse; the outside corners of the frame are chamfered. The central bar has been separately cast and soldered to the frame so that it stands slightly proud of the buckle.The buckle frame is broken adjacent to the central bar and the the pin is missing. Dimensions: Height 40.43mm; width 32.63mm; thickness …
Created on: Monday 14th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Coniscliffe area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-7D1FB7
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete Posie or Posy finger ring, with plain band and interior Roman script ' inscription, dating to the mid post-medieval period (c. AD1600-1700). The ring is 'D' shaped in section with a plain convex outer band. The ring is slightly misshapen, and is thus sub-oval in plan. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: 'love as I or else die' in crude italic lettering. Discussion: The inscription is listed in Evans (1931, 72) with three variations of spelling ('elce' and 'dye'). Of these, one is drawn from the British Museum collections (Museum number AF.1…
Created on: Monday 18th June 2018
Last updated: Friday 28th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shincliffe area', grid reference and parish protected.

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.

Record ID: DUR-533F1B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A incomplete silver coin, probably a threepence, of the Post Medieval period possibly from the reign of Elizabeth I (AD1558-1603). The coin is completely blank and worn, save for the partial survival of two letters from the legend on the obverse(?): ?RE (or D) Diameter: 19.85mm; Thickness 0.46mm; Weight 1.1g
Created on: Thursday 13th August 2020
Last updated: Thursday 13th August 2020
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Record ID: DUR-D6B1EA
Object type: HOOKED TAG
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy sharp hooked clasp of post-medieval date (c.AD1500-1600). The clasp is sub-oval , with a slightly flatten base (missing the attachment loop), with the broken hook protruding from the upper edge. The upper face of the clasp is decorated with the bust of a figure in neo-classical style, within a beaded border. The bust is facing right, possibly bearded, and has with cropped hair possibly with a laureate crown. The shoulders are draped. The reverse of the pendant is undecorated and concave. The metal has a mid greenish-brown patina and is worn. …
Created on: Friday 7th August 2020
Last updated: Friday 7th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'York area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-8DEB6C
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete silver early post-medieval eye clasp (c. AD1500-1600) The convex central plate of the fastener is circular in plan with twisted silver wire filigree decoration around the edge of the outer face. At the centre of the plate is a cinquefoil arrangement of a single raised pellet surrounded by five radiating twisted silver wire circular 'petals'. A further, smaller, pellet is visible between the fourth and fifth petal. On the reverse a single soldered silver wire forms a large lower loop with two smaller upper attachment loops. The fastener is in generally good…
Created on: Monday 26th March 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd July 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Terrington Area', grid reference and parish protected.

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-E03703
Object type: PENCIL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable lead pencil likely to date from Post-Medieval period (c.AD1600-1900). The object is broadly circular in section, slightly flattened towards the distal end, and tapering to a blunt point at the opposite end. Casting seams are visible on the upper and lower surface, extending to the mid point of the object. It is in good condition and has a mid grey patina. It weighs 31.6g, is 75.75mm long and has a diameter of 8.04mm. The condition and form of this object indicate it to be of post-medieval date, and thus it has been recorded as a pencil (as opposed to a s…
Created on: Thursday 2nd July 2020
Last updated: Thursday 2nd July 2020
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Record ID: DUR-E8D2A1
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Posie or Posy finger ring, with makers mark, dating to the post-medieval period (c.AD1751-85). The ring is composed of a simple gold hoop with a D-shaped cross-section. The outside is not decorated, although it is dull and scratched. The inside of the ring has an inscription in an italic script that reads "Love is the bond of peace". There is a maker's mark at the start of the inscription with the letters S and T, in italic script, in a rectangular frame. Oman (1974, 41) notes that italic inscriptions generally replaced those of Roman capitals in the second quarte…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd September 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 26th February 2020
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Record ID: DUR-884494
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy blunt hooked post medieval dress fastener (c.AD1550-1650) Class: Read Class A, Type 2 The object is roughly triangular in form, with perforations at the upper edge adjacent to the projecting band, the end of which would have formed the hook, but is now broken. the lower apex of the triangle has a small, trailing projection, forming the remains of the third perforation. The object appears undecorated on both faces, but is rather corroded. 35.00 mm (l) x 22.29mm (w) x 3.41 mm (h). 1.48 mm metal thickness. 4.1 g. As Read (2008), 171, number…
Created on: Friday 12th July 2019
Last updated: Thursday 6th February 2020
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Record ID: DUR-E5AE9A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete post-medieval silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I (Ad1558-1603) Third issue, im Escallop, AD1584/5-87. North 2016. Obv: Bust facing left with two pellets [E D] G ROSA [SI]NE SPINA Rev: Shield on cross fourchee CIVITAS LONDON Very worn, slightly dented. Diameter: 16.42mm, thickness 0.48mm, weight 0.9g
Created on: Wednesday 29th May 2019
Last updated: Thursday 28th 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-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-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-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-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-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-40AD7B
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver-coloured mount featuring the face of the classical diety Pan or Faunus, dating to the late post-medieval or modern period. The mount comprises the face of a horned, bearded human-like creature with overly large ears. The reverse is concave with fixing points or loops at the edges. length: 21.95mm; width:15.05mm; thickness: 6mm; weight: 6.6g. The face is a representation of the Greek deity Pan (the Roman Faunus), a significant figure in the later post-medieval classical revival period, and also in the 20th century neopagan movement. The attachment features …
Created on: Tuesday 21st May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-3C1B74
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete composite cast lead-alloy button of post-medieval date (c.AD1675-1800) The object has a plano-convex face and integral looped shank, possibly of copper alloy, Prominent mould lines project above back surface and outward from edge of disc. Loop shank is aligned with mould lines and embedded in the disc. The front and back of disc are buff-white, indicating corroded lead material. The shank is grey metal with small patches of brown corrosion. Front has raised moulded decoration in the form of five raised circular pellets: one forming a central boss and one at each quart…
Created on: Tuesday 21st May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
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Record ID: DUR-2E48DE
Object type: PIPE TAMPER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy pipe tamper, of post medieval date (c.1700 - 1800). A bulbous moulding of circular section with varying section diameter. The narrow top widens to a smooth ridge, then narrows smoothly above a wide bulbous portion with two circumferential ridges. Below the bulb, the object narrows before flaring at the base. A further ridge is present below the bulb Metal has mid-brown patina with some green corrosion over approximately 50% of surface. The base is corroded with orange corrosion and rough pitting, suggesting there was an attachment of some sort at the 'tam…
Created on: Wednesday 8th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 25th November 2019
Spatial data recorded.

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-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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-05020D
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete silver-gilt Posie or Posy finger ring, with plain band and interior inscription in Roman capitals, dating to the mid post-medieval period (c. AD1550-1700). The ring is 'D' shaped in section with a plain convex outer band. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: 'O(?) MI HART IS YOVRS' (O MY HEART IS YOURS) in Roman capital lettering. The exterior of the ring is well worn and all traces of gilding have been removed; however, the gilding survives on the inner band. The ring has been cut and crudely re-joined and soldered between the end and beginning o…
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 18th November 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-21BFB9
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete silver hat-hook, dating to the early post-medieval period (c.AD1500-1600). The object comprises a solid silver plate soldered to an S-shaped sharp pointed hook. The silver plate has been cast in the form of a stylised dolphin (at least, in the heraldic form understood during the latter medieval period): the snub-nosed snout has a mouth beneath, and a single eye which is cut by a semi-circular line that separates the head from body, the latter almost cowl-like appearance. The body tapers toward the broken (now missing) tail, and is decorated with irregular st…
Created on: Monday 1st April 2019
Last updated: Thursday 31st October 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-0E09B3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Clipped post-Medieval silver penny of Elizabeth I (1558-1603). First Issue, North 1988, im Lis, 1558 - 1560. Obv: crowned bust facing right. Legend: E [D G] ROSA SINE SPINA . beaded inner circle. Rev:square shield on cross fourchee dividing legend. beaded inner circle. Legend: CIVITAS LON[DON] 13.74 x 0.39 mm 0.4g
Created on: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-0D4C14
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval silver penny of Charles I (AD1625-1649). Group G seventh bust, North 2273. Initial mark illegible. The obverse has a crowned bust facing left with I behind, with legend CAROL[VS D G M B F ET] H [REX]. The reverse side depicts an oval garnished shield, no inner circle, legend illegible [IVSTITIA THRONVM FIRMAT].
Created on: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-9EAC75
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval halfgroat of Henry VII (AD 1485 - 1509). Profile issue, Rose initial mark. Minted at York . North (1991: 104) no. 1751/2. AD 1500-1507. Obverse: Crowned (arched crown) bust in profile facing right. Hair, crown and collar distinctive, face is damaged/indistinct. i.m. rose. Legend: HENRIC & VII & DI GRA REX AG[L Z] Reverse: Royal shield over cross fourchee dividing legend. Legend: POSUI DEUM ADIUTOE MEU 19.49 mm diameter 1.4g.
Created on: Monday 1st July 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
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Record ID: DUR-9FC31E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cut, clipped silver halfpenny of Henry VII (AD1485-1509) Withers Type 3Bb, Rosette stops, im not visible Obverse: small portrait, facing, with single arched crown. Legend: [hENRIC DI GRA REX] A n. Reverse: Cross fourchee dividing legend. Three pellets in quadrants. Legend: [CIVI TAS] LON DON.
Created on: Monday 1st July 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
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Record ID: DUR-7B6086
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy struck Zeeland duit coin of date 1777 - 1792. The obverse features the inscription (star) A (star) ZELAN/DIA/ over three rows, all surrounded by a wide border of draperies. The year is illegible The reverse depicts a crown over a shield-like border surrounding waves in lower portion with upper portion indistict - but very probably a rampant lion emerging out of water. The legend is illegible. Diameter 21.39, thickness: 0.74. Weight 1.7g
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-79F212
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver halfgroat of James I (AD1603-25) North 2104: second coinage, im Rose, AD1605-6 Obv: Crowned rose. Legend: I D G ROSA SINE SPINA Rev: Crown, over thistle (Note: possible that the thistle has been intentionally removed, defacing the coin; scratches and pock marks visible) Legend: TUEA[TUR UNITA] DEUS. Diameter 15.48 thickness 0.56 Weight 0.8g
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Runswick Area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-A1AC5B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete, clipped, silver shilling of Charles I (AD1625-49).. Group F, North 2231. im: Triangle 1639 - 40. Tower Mint. Coin is worn but inscription is distinct. Clipping has removed part of legend. Obverse: Portrait facing left with XII behind. Beaded internal and external border. I.M. triangle. Legend: CAROLUS D.G. MAG'BRY [ ] HIB.REX Reverse: Square royal shield on cross fourchee. m.m. triangle. Legend: •CHRISTO__ AVS__CE•REGNO• Coin is 31.66mm diameter, 0.85 mm thick and 5.9g.
Created on: Monday 1st July 2019
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-86A9CA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver 6 Gröscher coin of Frederic II of Prussia, dated to 1775. The coin is worn, but in good condition. A small (0.61mm deep) notch is missing from edge and small crack runs from notch point. Obverse: crowned bust facing right. Legend: FRIDERICUS BORUSSORUM REX. Reverse: Crowned eagle, displayed, holding orb (right) and sceptre (left). VI below. Legend: 1775 ARGENTEA MONETA. 23.14 mm d,, 0.85mm thick, 2.2g
Created on: Friday 12th July 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 4th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DUR-2DCF41
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete Posie or Posy finger ring dating to the post-medieval period (c.AD1600-1700) The small circular ring is 'D' shaped in section with a plain convex outer band. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: 'A true frends token' in Roman italic script. Dimensions: height: 2.66 mm, band thickness: 0.61 mm, external diameter: 16.2 mm, internal diameter 14.70mm, weight: 1.1 g Discussion: Oman (1974, 41) notes that italic inscriptions generally replaced those of Roman capitals in the second quarter of the 17th century, until posy rings became unfashionable i…
Created on: Monday 20th May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Birdforth area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-7C33CA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, bent, gold Thistle Crown of James I (AD1603-1625) North 2096, AD1606 - 7, 2nd coinage, i.m. escallop. Obverse: Crowned rose with two leaves with I R at sides. IA.D.G.MAG.BI.F.ET IE. REX Resverse: Crowned thistle with two leaves. TUEATUR.UNITA.DEUS Coin is slightly worn with clear inscription. Left side of coin is sharply bent towards obverse. Right side also slightly bent. 18.68 x 0.55 mm 1.8g
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Friday 9th August 2019
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Record ID: DUR-B7B181
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete Posie or Posy finger ring, with plain band and interior Roman script ' inscription, dating to the mid post-medieval period (c. AD1600-1700). The ring is 'D' shaped in section with a plain convex outer band. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: 'In the my Choyce I doe rejoyce' (In thee my choice I do rejoice) in italic lettering, prefixed by the letter 'H'. Discussion: The inscription is listed in Evans (1931, 60) with the correct spelling of 'thee', and a number of similar plain gold band rings with the inscription are held in the British Museum…
Created on: Wednesday 28th March 2018
Last updated: Monday 24th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'High Coniscliffe area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DUR-04003E
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy figurine, depicting an apostle holding a gospel, dating to the late Medieval or most probably the early post-Medieval period, c. AD 1400-1650. Description: The front of the figurine depicts a standing figure, draped in robes with long trailing sleeves covering the entirety of the body with the exception of the front of the feet and the hands. The draped robes extend around the sides of the figurine. The hands are clasped, with the left hand being folded over the right. A book (or gospel) is held in the crook of the left arm. The head is covered with a band t…
Created on: Monday 8th May 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 12th December 2018
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Record ID: DUR-072AB6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Redcar and Cleveland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn silver half groat of James I dating to the period 1603-1625, probably from the second coinage 1604-1619. North number 2014 The coin has two small piercings at 1 and 2 o'clock close to the edge caused by wear.This may indicate a secondary function which would normally indicate that it should be considered as potential Treasure. However, since coins of this period with similar piercings appear in hoards of currency, it suggests that such objects could re-enter circulation as coins. It therefore cannot be said with confidence whether this particular object was regarded as a …
Created on: Thursday 20th July 2017
Last updated: Monday 23rd October 2017
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Record ID: DUR-090744
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver shilling of Elizabeth I (1558-1603), minted at London. Initial marks: plain cross/plain cross: 1578, Second Issue Obverse: Crowned bust left, rose behind head ELIZABETH D' G' ANG FR' ET HI' REGINA Reverse: Square shield on long cross fourchee dividing the legend 1578 above shield POSUI DEUADEUTOREM MEU North (North 1991, 134) 1997
Created on: Thursday 20th July 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 19th September 2017
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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-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-CB775D
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A silver cufflink comprising two discs with downturned edges that terminate in an out-turned lip. The face is decorated in counter-relief with a design of a heart surmounted with a flame, with two oblique arrows in saltire behind it. To either side of the flame the background within the raised circular border is stippled. The two parts of the cufflink are joined by an ovoid wire link attached to a loop soldered to the reverse. The cufflink is in generally good condition: the heart design on both discs cufflink has a number of fine scratches, and the bottom edge of one dis…
Created on: Monday 16th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 31st May 2017
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Record ID: DUR-A5ECF6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure case 2016-T1074 Description: A cast gold finger ring with 'posy' inscription. The ring is 'D' shaped in cross section with a plain convex outer face and two parallel inscribes lines extending around the outer edges of the band. Around the inner band is inscribed the legend: "constancie is a noble vertue" (constancy is a noble virtue) in italic lettering; no makers mark is visible. Dimensions and condition: The complete ring measures 17.94mm long, 15.4mm wide, and is 2.3mm high. The band is 0.6mm thick and weighs 0.9g. and is sub-circular in shape. It has been subject …
Created on: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Last updated: Monday 8th May 2017
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Record ID: DUR-9A7F0B
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but misshapen, cast copper alloy finger ring of probable post-medieval date. The bezel is shield-shaped and has been soldered to the band. A join is visible at the solder point on the rear of the bezel, indicating the band was cast and folded to form the (now misshapen) hoop. Some patches of gilding remain on the surface of the finger ring, particularly in the vicinity of the bezel. The metal has a mid brown patina, with patches of active green copper corrosion evident. The finger ring measures 24.72mm long, 15.41mm wide, and 3.3g. The band is 5.49mm wide and 1.3m…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
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Record ID: DUR-C72081
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped post-medieval silver shilling of Charles I (1625-1649), probably minted at the Tower under Parliament. The initial mark is partially clipped and worn smooth, and is thus illegible. The obverse bust and reverse cross most closely match North (1991, 160) Group F ref:2231. This would date the coin to between 1641 and 1643. Obverse: [.CAROLVS.D.G.MAG.BR.FR.ET.H]I.REX.; Crowned bust left with XII (mark of value) behind head Reverse: .CHRISTO.AVSPICE.REGNO. (I reign under the auspice of Christ); Square topped shield over cross Moline Diameter: 29.65mm. Weight: 5.9g. DA=4:00.
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2017
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Record ID: DUR-0A36C2
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy 'waisted' double-loop (also known as'Figure of eight' or 'spectacle') sub-oval buckle frame. The buckle has a flat base and a convex profile. The strap bar has a rounded projecting knop at each end decoarated with in a floral pattern incised with three lines. As it narrows it appears to wrap over the frame, having the effect of pulling in the 'waist'. The outer edges of the frame are decoratively moulded with a large circular floral protrusions, again incised with three lines. The copper-alloy pin is broken at the distal end, whilst the proximal end wraps around t…
Created on: Thursday 19th January 2017
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2017
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Record ID: DUR-0B8A11
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy 'waisted' double-loop (also known as 'Figure of eight' or 'spectacle') sub-oval buckle frame. The buckle has a flat base and a convex profile. The strap bar has a rounded projecting knop incised with three lines at each end. As it narrows it appears to wrap over the frame, having the effect of pulling in the 'waist'. The outer edges of the frame are decoratively moulded with large angular protrusions, again incised with three lines. While the pin is missing, a small deposit of iron oxide, which partially obscures the incised decoration on one of the incised protrusio…
Created on: Thursday 19th January 2017
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2017
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Record ID: DUR-94859C
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy 'Tombac' button, dating from the middle to late post medieval period (c.1700-1800 AD). The convex obverse of the circular cast button is plain, with no visible decoration. However, traces of the original brown patina are visible, and the rim of the button is thinly chamfered. The concave reverse has an integral shank to which projection is fixed the corroded remains of an iron attachment loop. The button is 23.49mm in diameter, 4.59mm thick, and weighs 5.1g. A similar button (SWYOR-EF9CE2) is recorded on the database, and a parallel can also be found in Bailey…
Created on: Tuesday 20th December 2016
Last updated: Friday 6th January 2017
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Record ID: DUR-7F696A
Object type: MEDAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead-alloy post-medieval object, probably a commemorative token or medal. The cast object is a circular disc of metal that has been folded or bent, with edges meeting at the one end of the object and flaring at the opposite, so as to form an irregular cone. There is no indication as to whether this occured pre or post-deposition. The object is 29.66mm in diameter, 2.4mm thick and weighs 10.6g. There appears to be a legend arranged circumferentially around the obverse exposed edge of the medal, with further lettering and possibly a design toward the centre; howe…
Created on: Monday 19th December 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: DUR-17297E
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy General Service Army Button, dating from the late post-medieval to modern period (1871-c.1902). The convex obverse of the cast-moulded button bears the Royal coat of arms, a lion and unicorn (rampant), holding the royal shield with crown above. The legend "DIEU ET MON DROIT" ("God and my right"), the motto of the British monarch, is recorded below in very small (and partially damaged) script on two scrolls to the lower left and lower right of the main design. The button has a brown coloured patina that is worn and flaking in places, and the edge is abraded in place…
Created on: Wednesday 14th December 2016
Last updated: Monday 19th December 2016
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