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-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.