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Record ID: LVPL-F61013
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy Roman nummus or radiate of uncertain ruler, dating to c.AD 260-410. Obverse and reverse are illegible.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F5FA63
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and worn copper alloy Roman sestertius of Trajan (AD 98-117), dating to AD 103-111 (Reece period 5). S P Q R OPTIMO PRINCIPI S C reverse depicting Dacia, seated left, in attitude of mourning on shield and pile of arms; before her on left a trophy. Mint of Rome. RIC Vol. II no.564.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F5DA51
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and worn copper alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361). Reverse type unclear. Mint unclear.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F5C3AF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete medieval silver short cross penny of Henry III (1216-1272), dating to AD c.1236-c.1242. Mint: London. Monyer: Giffrie. Class 7c. C.f. North Vol I p.223 no.980.
Obverse: Crowned bust forwards, sceptre in right hand. Legend: hENRICVS REX
Reverse: Voided short cross with quatrefoil in each quadrant. Legend: +GIFFRIE ON LVND
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F5AA24
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but very worn post medieval silver threepence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating to 1558-1603. Initial mark: Unclear. Cf. North Vol II, p.135 no.1998.
Obverse: Crowned bust left, rose behind head; [ELIZA]BE[TH D G ANG FRA ET HIB REGINA]
Reverse: Long cross fourchée over royal shield, date above shield; [POSVI/DEV AD/IVTORE/M MEV]
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F59075
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy shot dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1700-1850).
The shot consists of a spherical body. Around the centre is a raised rectangular band with width raised traverse lines. To the top are four raised lines that merge at a point in the centre of the shot. At the opposite end protrudes a cylindrical stub. The object has a dark cream patina.
Dimensions: Length 17.1mm; diameter 12.4mm; weight 11.63g
The shot is likely from an 18th century pistol.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F568AC
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead vessel dating from the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1400-1700).
The vessel is cylindrical in shape with flat base and open top. The object appears crudely made as the walls are not regular and the is an irregular oval form. Inside the vessel, the bottom is raised higher than the base of the object, until roughly halfway. The exterior of the object is irregular and it has a powdery white patina.
Dimensions: Length 20.8mm; diameter 15.8mm; weight 34.09g
The exact function of the object is uncertain. Various lead vessels and dishes are identified as being bird…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F3977A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but in two fragments, medieval silver penny of Edward I (1272-1307), Class 1c dating to 1279. Mint: London. North Vol II (1991:28) no.1012.
Obverse: Crowned bust forwards; EDW REX ANGL DNS HYB
Reverse: Long cross dividing legend three pellets in each quarter; CIVITAS LONDON
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F30631
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap end dating to the early medieval period (c.AD 850-1100). Thomas Class E, Type 1, Winchester Style.
The object is sub-rectangular in plan, with straight sides and a terminal that curves and narrows. The attachment end has straight sides. The face presents a moulded Winchester style decoration that consists of three circular apertures positioned equally apart in a triangular form and two small apertures towards the attachment end. The apertures contribute to an openwork foliate design consisting of angular arms between each hol…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-E18F14
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy pot leg fragment from a cooking vessel or cauldron dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1350-1750).
The object is sub-rectangular in shape with an incomplete base and a D-shaped section. At the top, the leg is recessed and curved to enable attachment to the wider vessel. The object has a dark brown and green patina.
Dimensions: Length 74.2mm; width 41.1mm; thickness 13.6mm; weight 140g
Metal vessels such as ewers, skillets and cauldrons would have been costly items, and as such repairs would be made if they suffered damage. This may acc…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-E181B3
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy pot leg fragment from a cooking vessel or cauldron dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1350-1750).
The object is sub-rectangular in shape with a rounded base and a D-shaped section. At the top, the leg is recessed and curved to enable attachment to the wider vessel. The object has a dark brown and green patina.
Dimensions: Length 50.7mm; width 43.3mm; thickness 11.6mm; weight 122.4g
Metal vessels such as ewers, skillets and cauldrons would have been costly items, and as such repairs would be made if they suffered damage. This may accou…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-E1643F
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy palstave dating to the middle Bronze Age (c. 1400-1100).
The object consists of the cutting edge only which presents a crescentic edge with pointed ends. It is triangular in profil and thins towards the cutting edge to create a thin and sharp edge. The break is irregular and a lightly worn. The object has a smooth dark green patina.
Dimensions: Length 37.9mm; width 21.6mm; thickness (at break) 7.3mm; weight 15.65g
The palstave fits within the Wilburton and Penard assemblages of the later Middle and earlier Late Bronze Age; this corresponds with Need…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-DE8A83
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating to 1561. Initial mark: Pheon, London mint. North Vol. II (1991) no. 1997.
Obverse: Crowned bust left, rose behind head; ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HIB REGINA
Reverse: Long cross fourcée over shield, date above shield; POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-DE796D
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but worn copper alloy anthropomorphic mount dating to the Roman period (c.AD 43-410).
The mount is in the form of a bust complete with head and shoulders. The head presents a helmeted male with very worn details. The helmet is rounded with a prominent rim and presents two worn stubs at the top of the head which is indicative of a separately attached object mounted on the helmet. Below the helmet line are curls of hair that are detailed across the forehead and down to the ears. Possible details of a curled beard are present around the chin, although most of this is worn…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-CB843D
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast tinned copper alloy double-loop buckle , dating to the AD 18th century (from Whitehead 2003). A rectangular frame with a cast tube down the centre with two fixed, spiked tongues. No decoration. According to Whitehead (2003), this type of buckle would have been used for boots or garters.
Length 19.0mm, Width 16.7mm, Thickness 2.9mm, Weight 1.97g.
Similar examples can be seen in LVPL-0CA787 and LVPL-99B613.
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-CB22EE
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy single-loop oval buckle, probably dating to the 14-15th centuries AD. The frame has an oval central hole with a small decorative protusion on the outside edge. The bar has two trapezoidal pointed pin rests and narrows at the pin slot. The open loop pin was found with the buckle; however, it is completely detached from it. The pin shaft is worn on one side, possibly from use. No decoration on either the front or back faces. The surface has a light grey patina.
Height 19.7mm, Width 20.3mm, Thickness 3.3mm, Weight 2.48g.
Pin Height 4.7mm…
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-C9E0B3
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500).
The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides and rounded edges. It has a central perforation measuring 9.3mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated with a worn raised design of dots interspersed with lines radiating from the centre to the edge, creating a star-like effect. The surface has a light grey patina.
Dimensions: Diameter 26.2mm; width 12.2mm; weight 36.19g
Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly discovered i…
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-3945B4
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative Polden Hill (dolphin) Roman brooch dating to c.AD 43-100. See Mackreth (2011) CD PH 4.a-b Plate 46.
The brooch is comprised of head, partial wings, and upper portion of the bow; the pin and foot are missing. The remains of the wings survive as semi-circular stubs to each side, the back is open revealing the socket where the spring mechanism would have once sat. At the front and centre of the wings is a humped head, typical of the 'dolphin' type. The head narrows to form the bow which tapers towards …
Created on: Tuesday 14th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-393242
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500).
The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides and rounded edges. It has a central perforation measuring 7.9mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated with a worn raised designed of seemingly sporadically places pellets, some of which have merged together. The object has a light grey and cream patina, and a rough surface.
Dimensions: Diameter 26.6mm; width 10.1mm; weight 29g
Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly d…
Created on: Tuesday 14th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-390C5F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete medieval silver halfgroat of Edward IV (1471-1483), Second reign. Initial mark: Rose. Mint: London. Cf North Vol. II (1991: 93) no.1638-39.
Obverse: Crowned bust facing within a tressure of arches, C on breast; EDWARD [...]
Reverse: Long cross dividing two legends, three pellets in each quarter. Rose or C in centre; POSVI DEVM ADIVTOREM MEVM // CIVITAS CANTOR
Created on: Tuesday 14th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
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