Record ID: WAW-C915C3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman coin: A copper-alloy sesterius dating to the first to mid third centuries. Unknown Reece period. The reverse type is illegible. Probably Mint of Rome.
Created on: Monday 2nd December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 15th May 2014
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Record ID: WAW-C98E14
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman coin: A copper alloy as of possibly Septimus Severus (AD 193-211) possibly dating to the period AD 193 and 211, but certainly between AD 193 and 222 (Reece Period 10), reverse depicts a seated figure but the legend is not visible, unknown mint.
Created on: Monday 2nd December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 15th May 2014
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Record ID: WAW-C99CA8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman coin: A copper-alloy sesterius dating to the first to third centuries AD. Unknown Reece period. The reverse type is illegible. Probably Mint of Rome.
Created on: Monday 2nd December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 15th May 2014
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Record ID: WAW-C9D3C6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible lead or lead alloy spindle whorl dating to the Roman to Medieval Period (AD 43 - 1500). In plan it is sub-circular and in profile is sub semi-circular. There is a central circular perforation which is 9.62mm diameter. The upper surface of the spindle whorl is decorated with a feint radiate ridges. The base is flat and undecorated. The surface of the spindle whorl is oxidised and is a cream colour. It measures 31.08mm diameter and stands 10.56mm tall. It weighs 54.5g.
Created on: Monday 2nd December 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 11th February 2015
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Record ID: HESH-18C206
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment from the head and bow of a cast copper alloy Roman trumpet brooch dating from AD 75 - 175. All that remains of the brooch is the head of the brooch which is circular in plan with an integral loop and the mid section of the bow. The foot terminates in a broken and rounded point. There is no evidence of the catch plate or foot of the brooch. The decoration on the bow consists of a swollen moulded D shaped in profile raised moulding which is decorated above and below by a single recessed groove on the front of the bow only. The reverse side is flat and smooth. The brooch…
Created on: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd June 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bridgnorth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-199ABE
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman: Base-sherd of an oxidised (orange) wheel thrown ceramic vessel, Severn Valley Ware, dates from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a storage jar type vessel. The sherd measures 28.0mm length, 58.3mm width, the side wall is raised 12.0mm to the point of break. The base is 12.0mm thick and the sidewall is 4.9mm thick. It weighs 17.2 grams. The base has a diameter of 10cm and it represents 18% of the base. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: 'Severn Valley Ware' Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised (grey) core, oxidised in…
Created on: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bridgnorth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-9DE919
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver denari of Quintus Caecilius Metellus Pius (c. 130 BC - 63 BC) dating to 81 BC (Reece period 1) Reverse type depicting the jug and litus. Mint of Northern Italy. The flan on which the coin is struck coin measures 2.1 mm, this is perhaps thicker than regular examples. (RRC (1974:p.390) no. 374.2. The issue was produced by Quintus Caecilius Metellus Pius, serving as a Sullan commander in the fight against Carrinas, Norbanus and Carbo. The reverse type may have a Sullan as well as a family significance (RRC 1974).
Created on: Wednesday 6th May 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
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Record ID: HESH-9E1AB4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver denarius of Marcus Aurelius (as Caesar) AD 139-161 dating to AD 148-149 (Reece Period 7) Mint of Rome. Reverse type Minerva helmeted holding spear and resting hand on shield. RIC :III no.444.
Created on: Wednesday 6th May 2015
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2016
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Record ID: HESH-F33502
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman: A single sherd of an oxidised (orange) wheel thrown ceramic vessel, Severn Valley Ware, dates from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. Due to the smallness of the sherd the diameter of the vessel cannot be estimated. Fabric type: 'Severn Valley Ware' Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised (grey) and oxidised (orange) core, oxidised (orange) interior Hardness: Hard Surface texture: Smooth Condition of sherd: abraded. The sherd measures 30.66mm length, 27.92mm width, is 6.69mm thick, and weighs 6.5 grams.
Created on: Thursday 27th August 2015
Last updated: Thursday 14th April 2016
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Record ID: HESH-F35793
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman: Two body sherds of an oxidised (orange) wheel thrown ceramic vessel, Severn Valley Ware, dates from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: 'Severn Valley Ware' Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised (grey) core, unoxidised (grey) interior Hardness: Hard Surface texture: Smooth Condition of sherd: abraded. Due to the smallness of the sherds the diameter of the vessels cannot be estimated. The larger sherd measures: 29.49mm length, 32.07mm width, is 7.55mm thick, and weighs 7.5 grams. The second smaller sherd measures 29.54…
Created on: Thursday 27th August 2015
Last updated: Thursday 14th April 2016
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Record ID: HESH-5D42BA
Object type: SPEAR
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy 'Door Knob' spear butt of Roman or Early Medieval date, c. 200-300 AD or 500-600 AD. The object consists of a hollow sub-conical butt-end with a sub-circular rim, which tapers into a hollow open-ended cylindrical shaft which has a broken terminal. In profile the butt has straight walls until it flares out forming a bulbous base with rounded sides and a slightly flattened base which is damaged on the rim. The spear butt does not appear to have any decoration. The object has a mid to dark green coloured uneven patina. The spear butt is a 'door-knob' ty…
Created on: Tuesday 1st September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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Record ID: HESH-6CAE37
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Roman sestertius of Marcus Aurelius as Augustus (AD 161-180)(Reece period 8). Reverse depicts a seated figure holding a globe and spear.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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Record ID: HESH-6C9828
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sestertius of uncertain Emperor, dating to the period AD 43-250. Reverse type uncertain but possibly depicts a female figure standing left, holding cornucopiae in left, and right arm out. Probably Mint of Rome. The coin measures 27-30 mm in diamter and weighs 12.9g.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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Record ID: HESH-6E51F8
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman: one body sherd of a very coarse oxidised (orange) wheel thrown ceramic vessel, Severn Valley Ware which dates from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd measures: 40.69 mm length, 30.65 mm width, 8.01mm thick and weighs 9.6g. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: 'Severn Valley Ware' Firing condition: oxidised exterior, oxidised (orange) core, oxidised (orange) interior Hardness: Hard Surface texture: Smooth Condition of sherd: abraded.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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Record ID: HESH-6E80AA
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman: Four body sherds of a very coarse oxidised (orange) wheel thrown ceramic vessel, Severn Valley Ware which dates from the 2nd to 4th CenturiesAD. The sherds have a bulk weight of 19.6 grams, they vary in size and thickness. One sherd is possibly from a rim due to its rounded surface. One sherd differs in the sherd specifics as detailed below. Sherd specific details for three sherds: Fabric type: 'Severn Valley Ware' Firing condition: oxidised exterior, oxidised (orange) core, oxidised (orange) interior Hardness: Hard Surface texture: Smooth Condition o…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 21st August 2018
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Record ID: HESH-94E625
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper alloy Nummus of House of Constantine circa (AD 348-350). Reece Period 18. Both faces of the coin are very worn. Mint unknown. Reverse Type: - FEL TEMP REPARATIO Soldier leading figure from wooden hut.
Created on: Monday 28th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
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Record ID: HESH-954C5E
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Colchester derivative brooch of Roman date (AD75-175). The foot and catchplate are lost as is the spring and pin. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. On the reverse of the head at the upper edge are the remains of a hook that would have once held the spring in place. The wings are 'D' shaped in cross section. The bow is also D shaped cross -section. It extends to a broken and eroded point above the foot. The catchplate and pin rest are lost - the catchplate would have been formed from a single rib which descends on…
Created on: Monday 28th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
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Record ID: HESH-95EE1C
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy, Roman Polden Hill type brooch dating to (c.AD75-AD175). The fragment consists of the bow and head of the brooch. The spring, pin, foot and catchplate are missing. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. The bow tapers to a broken terminal that would have formed the foot and catchplate on the reverse. The object has a light to mid-green coloured patina. Bayley and Butcher (2004:160) comment that the distribution of Polden Hill brooches are concentrated in the West Midlands. Similar brooches can be seen in Richard Hattatt …
Created on: Monday 28th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
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Record ID: HESH-A5496D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of Roman date or later. It consists of a broken terminal that is approximately circular in cross section, from this the object terminates with a globular head. Below the globular head are two protruding broken terminals, these broken terminals are approximately 'D' shaped in cross section and extend. It is possible the object is an animal figurine, with the globular head and the broken terminals that extend below representing limbs. The opposite face to the globular head has a flat base. The object has a mid-green coloured patina The object measures: length: 2…
Created on: Tuesday 29th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
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Record ID: HESH-A9D1F3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver denarius of Titus (79 - 81 AD) dating to AD 80 (Reece period 4). TRP IX IMP XV COS VIII PP reverse depicting an elephant. Mint of Rome.RIC Vol II p:119 no 22a.
Created on: Tuesday 29th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
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