Record ID: WAW-03038A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable post medieval lead trade weight or net weight dating to circa AD 1500-1700.  The object is broadly oval in plan and flat in profile with an integral circular perforation hole. The weight has a cream coloured surface patina. The object has abraded edges. A parallel can be found on the PAS database CORN-E790D6, discovered in Cornwall.  The object has a height of 23.1 mm and a width of 24 mm. The thickness is 4.8 mm. It weighs 9.3 grams. 
Created on: Tuesday 12th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 25th October 2023
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Record ID: WAW-6AFAC6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy weight of probably Medieval to Post Medieval date (c. AD 1100-1800). The object is discoid with a raised rim around the edge of the obverse. There are two prominent grooves in the rim, one at around 12 o'clock (8.42mm long, 2.34mm wide) and one at 7 o'clock (9.02mm long, 1.85mm wide). There is a raised, separate trapezoidal lead alloy section (18.56mm long, 10.38mm wide) that is attached to the obverse via a rusted rivet or nail at an oblique angle near the centre from 10 o'clock to 12 o'clock. In the centre, there is a single, transverse engrave…
Created on: Friday 31st March 2023
Last updated: Friday 31st March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-5513A4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, lead alloy discoid object, possibly a uniface token of Medieval to Post Medieval date (c. AD 1400-1800). The object is irregularly shaped, being largely semi-circular from 2 o'clock to 9 o'clock on the obverse, with a section that is trapezoidal from 9 o'clock to 2 o'clock. There is a raised border around the edge of the obverse, whilst obverse has an uncertain design that appears to possibly be some form of bust with what appears to be a crown near the top of the token and a hexagonal shaped face beneath. Thus, it may be a Powell Type 10 …
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-2ED095
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy bag seal of Modern date (c. AD 1894-1910). The object is sub-oval in plan and rectangular in cross section and is of the bulla type, with a central hole through which the fastening cord is passed prior to stamping. The object was decorated in low relief with a raised circular border on both sides. Obverse inscription: WEB[B] [&] [SONS] [SALT]N[EY] CHES[TER] (around) // MANURE // MANFR[S]. Reverse description: Crowned company emblem. Reverse inscription: [REGISTE]RED [TRADE] [MARK] (around) // WEBBS (across top). Length: 20.12mm.…
Created on: Tuesday 28th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-2E1077
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy bag seal of Modern date (c. AD 1894-1910). The object is sub-circular in plan and rectangular in cross section and is of the bulla type, with a central hole through which the fastening cord is passed prior to stamping. The object was decorated in low relief with a raised circular border on both sides. Obverse inscription: [WEBB] & SONS [SALTNEY] [CH]EST[ER] (around) // MANURE // MANFRS. Reverse description: Crowned company emblem. Reverse inscription: REGI[STERED] TRADE [MARK] (around) // WEBBS (across top). Length: 20.03mm. Width: 18.42m…
Created on: Tuesday 28th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-DE2E72
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, lead alloy uniface token of Medieval to Post Medieval date (c. AD 1400-1800). The token is roughly circular and is uniface, with a four petalled flower on the obverse and thus conforms to Powell Type 1. The reverse is quite heavily damaged, with large numbers of missing chips and potential evidence of corrosion. The object has a largely light grey patina with some cream coloured sections. Dimensions. Diameter: 22.26mm. Thickness: 4.54mm. Weight: 8.32g.
Created on: Friday 24th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-DDCA59
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, cast lead alloy, uniface token of Medieval to Post Medieval date (c. AD 1400-1800). The token is circular, with small segments missing at 4 o'clock and 11 o'clock. The obverse is decorated with four concentric circles, including the raised outside edge, and thus falls under Powell Type 31. The reverse is largely flat and undecorated, except for a chip around 10 o'clock. THe object has a dark, grey patina. Dimensions. Diameter: 20.46mm. Thickness: 2.05mm. Weight: 4.37g.
Created on: Friday 24th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-075F92
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead shot dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub-spherical in form with one slightly flattened surface possibly from impact. The remians of a casting sprue can be seen on the opposing side. The object is covered in pits and scratches and has a light grey patina.  As stated by Leahy and Lewis (2018: 345), it is important to accurately record the exact location of lead shots or musket balls and cannon balls, because they can 'reveal the course of a battle or even tell us where an action took place.' Overall dimensi…
Created on: Thursday 2nd March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 2nd March 2023
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Record ID: PUBLIC-D49E18
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal. Cast disc with a pair of holes in opposite edges, to function as a drawstring bag closure. One side bears a stamped trade mark comprising crowned cabled rim and plain inner circle with a billeted bar across it with vegetal garniture, and the legend: GOOD SEEDS / CARRIAGE FREE / REGISTERED, with the larger legend: TRADE M[ARK RE]G[ISTERED] outside it. The opposite side is stamped centrally: SUTTON AND SONS, with an outer legend: SEEDSM[EN BY APPOINTMENT ENG]LAND. Founded in 1806, the firm was warranted by Queen Victoria in 1858. Suggested date: Modern, 1858 - c1900.
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Upper Hall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F4CB0F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy weight probably dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1600). The object is flat and circular. The obverse and reverse are undecorated. The surface has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 27.8mm; thickness 3.8mm
Created on: Sunday 18th December 2022
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2023
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Record ID: PUBLIC-EEB327
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy weight probably dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1600). The object is flat and circular. The obverse side has a raised rim. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The surface has a light grey white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 26.7mm; thickness 5.3mm; weight 29.93
Created on: Sunday 18th December 2022
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Upper Hall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EE91A8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. A small oval flat-sided cast weight with a central hole of diameter 4mm. One side of the object is badly scratched, possibly from a plough. The lead is patinated. Suggested date: Medieval to Post-medieval 1200-1600 Length:  26.9mm, Width: 24.5mm, Thickness: 7.3mm, Weight: 32.79g.
Created on: Sunday 18th December 2022
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Old Colwall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EDCFEC
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval to Post Medieval uniface lead-alloy token of Powell type 14 (cross) dating c. AD 1400-1700. One surface has a cast raised cross design with four circular pellets - one in each angle. Portions of a raised border are visible but are extremely worn and not visible in several places. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The patina is very light grey in colour.
Created on: Sunday 18th December 2022
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Old Colwall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BERK-CD96C4
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy pistol shot of Post-Medieval date. The shot is spherical and unfired as the casting sprue is still attached. 
Created on: Wednesday 17th August 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 17th August 2022
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Record ID: WMID-249989
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1500). The obverse of the token has a long cross fleuretty extending from a central lozenge, resembling the Shield of France jettons (Powell type 14). The detail on the reverse is unclear. It measures 23.8 mm in diameter and 3.2 mm thick. It weighs 7.2 g. The token is a light grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is worn.
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: HESH-D2E116
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  cast lead alloy shot/ball of medieval date, probably for use in a hand cannon or mounted gun from the 15th century (possibly linked the war of the roses,and the battle of Mortimers Cross some 2.5 miles away). The surface is abraded, probably from movement in the soil by farm machinery and as such it is unknown as to whether it has been fired or not. There are lead shot/balls of 23mm in diameter that have been recovered from both Bosworth and Towton battlefields and this is the documented size of many of the handguns used at the time by English garrisons…
Created on: Wednesday 16th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-3C4886
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval or post medieval biconical lead alloy spindle whorl of 26.3mm diameter. The surface is decorated with triangles arranged in an alternating star shaped pattern. Each triangle has a central line. The aperture of the whorl is around 10mm. The surface retains reddish sediment from the local geology.
Created on: Friday 28th January 2022
Last updated: Sunday 30th January 2022
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Record ID: HESH-DCEE83
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy pilgrims ampulla broken into two non-conjoining parts dating from the medieval period; late 13th - late 15th century (1250-1500). The lower section of the flask and a small separate section of the neck of the vessel survive. The lower part has a rounded convex base that tapers slightly to form a waste at the mid point. It is at this point the flask is broken and the surface is patinated suggesting the damage is relatively old. The front face of the ampulla is decorated with cast design possibly a square topped heraldic shield which is filled with …
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-431F61
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is broadly oval (sub-rectangular with tapering sides terminating in blunt points) in plan and cross section. On the upper point is an integral cast suspension loop which would have been circular in plan and oval in cross section but is distorted, probably from plough damage. The perforation / hole through the centre is also oval and again distorted. The body of the weight has a large central rib which extends from the upper edge to the base. The weight seems to be relatively undecorated. The …
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-7AEA14
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but heavily abraded and corroded cast lead or lead alloy spindle whorl of Medieval to Post Medieval date (1150 - 1650 AD), most probably Medieval (AD12300 -1600). The spindle whorl was originally broadly circular in plan and bi-convex in cross section. A central hole is present which has a diameter of approximately 11mm in diameter, Both faces of the whorl are decorated - although one face is poorly preserved. The overall design seems to consist of radiating lines which intersect a circumferential ring creating a crude spiderweb patten. A series of cast pellets are present …
Created on: Tuesday 9th March 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 9th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mordiford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-82B2E1
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a cast lead alloy pilgrim's ampulla dating to c. AD1350 - 1550. Only part of the lower bowl section remains. One face is decorated with a scallop shell design. The other face has a cross in a square shield and the circumference is decorated with a cross hatch band. The patina is of a dull grey/white lead oxide. Weight: 12.34gms Length: 31.2mm Width: 19.1mm. Thickness:7.6mm Similar types of ampullae can be found on the PAS database including: PUBLIC-A6629A, LIN-B747D, AND YORYM-817994. A more complete example with a similar design can be seen from old Ra…
Created on: Saturday 15th February 2020
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestrey', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: GLO-54D452
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval lead alloy alnage seal dating to 1675. One side has the letters S.L which are surrounded by * SOMERSET which is in turn surrounded by a boarder of annulets, on the other side is a harp with a double pellet/annular/pellet on the three sides of the instrument, this is surrounded by a ropework and then annular boarder.
Created on: Wednesday 20th November 2019
Last updated: Friday 22nd November 2019
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Record ID: HESH-EDC7EA
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy post medieval or modern (c.1700-1900) Sumac spice bag seal from Palermo in Sicily, Italy. The seal is bifacial, oval when laid flat and rectangular in cross-section. The slot through which the cord would have been attached is marked by two shallow indentations on opposite sides, but the hole is blocked by dirt. The upper and lower faces both have a horizontal bar which is decorated with projecting and recessed panels. Each of teh five panels on either face is decorated with either a six petallled flower or a castelated tower. The upper face has four lines - …
Created on: Friday 15th November 2019
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-5970BD
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token or possibly gaming counter or possibly even small weight of medieval date. The artefact is circular in plan with a D shaped section. The upper face is decorated with a centrally positioned broad vertical cross which divides the flan evenly. The reverse is plain, flat and undecorated. The weight has a cream coloured thick surface patina. Diameter: 18.2mm, thickness: 6.8mm, weight: 12.64 grams
Created on: Friday 8th November 2019
Last updated: Thursday 30th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Weobley', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: HESH-E1E10B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead or lead alloy spindle whorl or weight of Roman to Post Medieval date (1 - 1650 AD), most probably Roman (AD50-350). The spindle whorl is broadly circular in plan and D shaped in cross section; it has been heavily eroded in the soil. The central hole is irregular and has been cast / set off centre; it has an internal diameter of 7.3mm. Both faces are plain and undecorated. The spindle whorl has a cream - white coloured surface patina. Spindle whorls are used for a long period of time and as such are very difficult to date precisely without other evidence (such as pottery). …
Created on: Friday 27th September 2019
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pixley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-FE7B66
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy circular ball (similar in size and shape to a musket ball) of probable post medieval 1600-1800 date. The ball has a circular shaped hole through its mid point (5.19mm in diameter) and has no sign of decoration, casting seam or casting spur. It is a light grey colour with a relatively thick surface patina. It is highly unlikely that the ball is from shot and instead is suggested to be from a line or net weight. The ball measures: 16.35mm in diameter, 14.76mm high and weighs 20.0 grams
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FE6677
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Six cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably medieval - modern (1200-1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical with a single transverse cast hole set off centre diameter 9.8 mm. The objects measure: 29.73mm length, object diameter of 19.65mm and cast hole set off centre diameter 7.05 mm. It weighs 63.5 grams. 29.67mm length, object diameter of 18.04mm and cast hole set off centre diameter 7.1 mm. It weighs 50.2 grams. 29.16mm length, object diameter of 18.17mm and cast hole set off centre diameter 6.86 mm. It weighs 49.8 grams. …
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Friday 17th January 2020
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Record ID: HESH-FE296F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is square in plan and pyramidal in profile with four triangular faces rising to a blunt top. The base is relatively flat and even. The weight is undecorated. A drilled transverse hole (diameter: 1.19mm) is present on the upper edge of the weight. The weight is a mid grey white colour with an even patina that covers all surfaces. It has been marked and abraded in the soil this has caused it to become asymmetrical. Similar standing weights have been dated to the medieval period. (Norman Biggs, 1992: 'Engl…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FE0A47
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably Medieval- modern (1200-1800). The weight is irregular being formed from an irregular sheet of lead alloy which has been rolled to form a conical cone shape. There is no decoration present and the external edges are uneven and irregular. There is indication of sheeting at the base but not enough to record by measuring. The weight is a mid grey colour with an abraded slight dusty surface patina. The weight measures 21.62mm high, is 14.13mm wide and 10.02mm thick at the base and 4.86mm wide and 3.50mm thic…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FD5D87
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably Medieval- modern (1200-1800). The weight is irregular being formed from an irregular sheet of lead alloy which has been rolled to form a conical cone shape. There is no decoration present and the external edges are uneven and irregular. The weight is a mid grey colour with an abraded slight dusty surface patina. The weight measures 20.58mm high, is 20.82mm wide and 17.75mm thick at the base and 8.48mm wide and 6.33mm thick at the top. The diameter of the hole at the top is 3.67mm and base is 4.26mm. The…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FD3734
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is sub-circular (formed from eight uneven and irregular facets / faces) in plan and sub-triangular (conical) in profile. Through the centre of the weight is a cast conical hole. The purpose of this hole is uncertain but it might have had a length of wire or string to allow it to be suspended, this would aid safe-keeping and storage. The weight measures 22.41mm in length, 20.74mm width and is 21.77mm high. It weighs 60.1 grams. The weight undecorated. It is a mid grey colour with an even patina that co…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FB7EC8
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball it is most likely to be from a grapeshot. The shot is spherical in shape with an even surface. It has no casting seams or casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a light cream colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms through…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FB66B8
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball they are most likely to be from a pistol. The shot are sub spherical in shape with an even surface. Two of the shot possess casting sprues and are sub-spherical. None of the balls show any indication of being fired, however two are heavily degraded. They are a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot have been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as s…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-FADBA9
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Four lead alloy shot / ball, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). F=Likely from a small musket or carbine- the shot are spherical in shape with an even surface. None of the balls have been fired, one exhibits casting seam and none exhibit casting sprues. The colour of the balls varies from a dark grey colour to a mid cream white and the weight is unusually light. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. On…
Created on: Friday 23rd August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-6B4B8D
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three lead alloy shot / ball, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). From a musket - the shot are sub spherical in shape with an even surface. None of the two balls have been fired. The balls exhibit casting seams and trimmed casting sprues. The colour of the balls varies from a slight grey colour to a mid cream white. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are discussed in Courtney's "Small A…
Created on: Friday 16th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-6720F2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl of Medieval date (1000 - 1450 AD); most probably from 1300-1550 AD. The spindle whorl is circular in plan and bi-convex in profile. Both faces have a cast rim around the edge and also a similar rim around the circumference of the inner hole. The central hole is broadly circular and has been cast / set slightly off centre; it has an internal diameter of 9.2mm. The upper and lower faces are decorated with the same design - this consists of a radiating ribs extending from the hole to the external edge filling both the upper and lo…
Created on: Friday 16th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: SUR-169F50
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a medieval lead alloy pilgrims' ampulla comprising the lower portion of the flask. One side has a crowned Lombardic letter T framed by floral sprays; the other side depicts a fleur-de-lis within a pellet border. Circa 13th to 15th century but most likely late 13th to early 14th century.
Created on: Monday 12th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 4th September 2019
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Record ID: HESH-D61196
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy uniface token. It is circular in plan and rectangular in profile.The upper face is decorated with a central raised ladder and sided by 2 V's facing outwards. The reverse is plain and is not detailed. The token is in good condition and has little wear, however it has been broken in half and glued together and a section of the edge has been chipped on one half. The object measures: Width: 16.15mm, Length: 17.33mm, Thickness: 1.91mm, Weight: 2.7 grams.
Created on: Friday 9th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-D5F6EE
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large complete lead alloy uniface token or weight. It is circular in plan and rectangular in profile.The upper face is decorated with a cross marked on a faded circle which has been heavlily damaged by soil erosion to a point where it is devoid of detail that can be identified. The reverse is faded but possibly is a knight wearing a close helmet facing to the right. The token has a cream grey coloured surface patina. It is heavily abraded. The object measures: Width: 21.49mm, Length: 24.60mm, Thickness: 3.04mm, Weight: 10.1 grams.
Created on: Friday 9th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: HESH-D5C444
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy uniface token. It is circular in plan and rectangular in profile, however due soil erosion and potential ploughing has become misshapen and worn.The upper face is decorated with a raised letter that could be identified as an M or W. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a cream grey coloured surface patina. It is heavily abraded. The object measures: Width: 21.10mm, Length: 24.75mm, Thickness: 2.95mm, Weight: 10.2 grams.
Created on: Friday 9th August 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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