Record ID: SOM-E4BEC7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-medieval copper alloy 17th century trade token halfpenny issued by Lawrence Righton at Dorchester in Dorset, Williamson Dorsetshire 75, dating to AD 1669. Williamson, 1891(1): 180.  Diameter: 20.53mm, weight: 1.46g. 
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2022
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Record ID: SOM-E4079C
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A group of 22 lead shot dating to the period c. AD 1700-1800.  The weights range from 27.32g - 30.95g per shot, and accounting for a small amount of weight loss during firing or from aggressive soil conditions, most then fall into the calibre for 18th century muskets (c. 14 1/2 bore). All are round ball type shot, and all show some evidence of firing (varying banding, gouging, powder pitting and some examples of impact deformation). Diameters range between 17.03mm - 19.84mm, with most falling in the 17mm - 18mm group. 
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2022
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Record ID: SOM-E2BB33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead conical weight dating to the medieval or post-medieval periods, c. AD 1350-1800. The weight has a small, uniform central perforation (diameter: 4.28mm) that runs through its centre vertically. It has a flat base and curved top, and a thick white patina with some old linear incisions in a random arrangement, possibly damage instead of deliberate decoration.  Height: 33.00mm, diameter at base: 27.50mm. Cf. SWYOR-7D86B7, LVPL-C3DC40. 
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2022
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Record ID: SOM-E0F175
Object type: POWDER MEASURE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead post-medieval powder measure cap, c. 17th century AD.  The open end of the measure has been squashed inwards so that only the base retains its original sub-circular shape in plan. On one side a small loop survives, and the remains of the attachment are evident on the other side, though the loop is missing. There are two vertical lines cast into the measure, running from the open end to the base on opposite sides (and in between the loops).  Height: 14.98mm, diameter at base: 18.26mm, weight: 16.24g. Cf. Courtney, 1988: 2, fig. 3.
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2022
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Record ID: DOR-B5A967
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sword belt fitting dating to c.1600-1700. The object is composed of a sub-oval cast body which is convex at the front and concave at the rear. The central element is oval and is vertically facetted into three panels. At one end is a transverse collar before a pointed knop with a circular hole. At the opposite end is anothe transverse collar before a narrowed, rearward hooked projection. Attached to the hook is a separate tri-lobed fitting which is flat and has a large circular aperture through each lobe (through one of which the hook passes). At …
Created on: Monday 21st November 2022
Last updated: Monday 27th March 2023
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Record ID: DOR-2363AB
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of copper alloy purse frame. A part of the frame (which has been bent into a circle) only, the bar and suspension loop are missing. The frame has a circular cross section. On the upper face of the frame there is a small area of symmetrical incised line decoration comprising two diagonal incised grooves flanked by a vertical lines each side, flanked by one long chevron each side. Both broken ends of the frame have two incised grooves. The decoration may originally have contained niello inlay. Along the underside are …
Created on: Monday 14th November 2022
Last updated: Monday 19th December 2022
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Record ID: DOR-217304
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating to 1570. Castle initial mark. Mint of London.  Reference: North Vol 2, pg 134, no.1997 Date: Post Medieval Diameter: 25.30 mm Weight: 2.93 g Die axis:  11
Created on: Monday 14th November 2022
Last updated: Monday 19th December 2022
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Record ID: DOR-65A3F4
Object type: HOOKED TAG
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy hooked tag of Read's (2008) Class E, Type 3, with an openwork plate depicting an equal armed cross flueretty defined by drilled holes between each fleur, the whole being surrounded by a circular rim and engrailed edge. On opposite sides of the plate are a sub rectangular attachment loop and a sharp pointed hook.  Reference: Read, B, 2008, Hooked Clasps and Eyes, pg.99, no.370. Date: Post Medieval 1500-1600 Length: 28.80 mm Width; 9.22 mm Weight: 1.12g
Created on: Saturday 5th November 2022
Last updated: Friday 21st April 2023
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Record ID: DOR-656478
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating to 1583 - 5. A initial mark on reverse. Reference: North Volume 2, no. 2017 Date: Post Medieval  Diameter: 12.20 mm Weight: 0.54g Die axis: 12
Created on: Saturday 5th November 2022
Last updated: Monday 19th December 2022
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Record ID: SUR-A596C2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and clipped Post Medieval silver halfcrown of Charles I (AD 1625-1649), Group III with third horseman equestrian portrait, uncertain initial mark but dating to 1634-1646. Tower of London mint. As North 2211.
Created on: Thursday 27th October 2022
Last updated: Thursday 27th October 2022
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Record ID: DEV-90761E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn silver Irish shilling of James I (AD 1603-1625). First coinage, dating to 1603-1604. Spink (2002, 154) nos 6512-6513. Measurements: Diameter 25.5 mm, thickness 0.5 mm, weight 3.75 g
Created on: Wednesday 26th October 2022
Last updated: Thursday 3rd November 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D39A29
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval copper alloy seal matrix with multiple dies, probably dating from the seventeenth century. The object is cross-shaped with a central oval hole. The four equal arms have an oval cross-section. Each arm flares to an oval terminal (about 12.4 mm in diameter) on to which is cast a die. The devices are: a rose, a left facing bird, a starburst design and an anchor, each within a framing line at the edge of the die.. The metal is brown in colour with patches of green patina. Date: Post Medieval - 1600 - 1700 Dimansions: 32.43 mm x 28.42 m…
Created on: Monday 17th October 2022
Last updated: Monday 27th March 2023
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Record ID: DOR-D2ACD1
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy buckle frame of post-medieval date, circa AD 1660-1720. Half of the frame only remains, the pin and separate centre bar are missing. The frame was originally rectangular with rounded corners. It is openwork with two large, sub-circular apertures at the remaining short edge. Between them is an incised transverse line. There is a low knop on each long side adjacent to the pierced holes which would have housed the centre bar. The reverse is flat and undecorated.  Length: 18.08 mm; Width: 20.75 mm; Thickness: 2.58 mm; Weight: 2.72 g.…
Created on: Monday 17th October 2022
Last updated: Friday 11th November 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D1F06E
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy buckle. One half of the frame is missing. The frame is rectangular, the remaining side has an expanded outer edge. The integral centre bar is off-set and narrowed from the frame. At one end set at a right-angle to the frame is an integral sub-circular loop with a circular aperture. The strap bar is oval in cross section.  Date: Post Medieval - c. 1500 - 1630 Dimensions: 45.69 mm x 19.10 mm x 3.98 mm Weight: 5.71 g Similar buckles are illustrated in Whitehead (2003: 76) see nos. 472-3 which are dated to 1500-1630. Also see&n…
Created on: Monday 17th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 9th November 2022
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Record ID: DOR-E809FD
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete two part lead cloth seal (alnage seal). One disc only remains with an integral circular sectioned rivet at the rear. On the face of the disc is the moulded design of a crown above a spiked portcullis inside a beaded border with lettering around. The lettering is indistinct, but may in part read - ORST - or -OBST- . Date:  Post Medieval - c. 1550 - 1600 Dimensions: 18.03 mm x 7.59 mm Weight: 3.64 g   
Created on: Thursday 6th October 2022
Last updated: Saturday 21st January 2023
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Record ID: DOR-D99558
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A tin farthing with copper plug. A farthing of William and Mary (1689 - 1694) dating to 1692.  Reference: Spink 2015, No. 3451 Date: Post Medieval Diameter: 15.10 mm Weight: 5.04 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th November 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D8F349
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  lead alloy double-looped buckle. The frame is trapeziodal with two symmetrical pentagonal loops. The frame has a flat, rectangular cross section. The outer ends of the loops are both expanded into an openwork trilobed knop with oval apertures, and there is a rounded knops at each of the corners of the loops. The centre bar is narrowed from the frame trapezoidal in section, and has a rounded knop at either end. The rear is undecorated. The pin is missing. Date: Post Medieval c. 1620 - 1680 Reference: Whitehead, R 1997 Buckles 1250 - 1800, …
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 18th October 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D8BC2F
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete two part lead cloth seal (alnage seal). One disc is larger and has a moulded design of a crown above a shield with a small cross at the centre of the top edge. The crown has pellets on the band. The rear of this disc has an integral rivet at the centre and bears an impression of the weave of the fabric to which is was originally attached. The second disc (at the rear of the first) is smaller and pierced by the integral rivet. It bears a group of five pellets arranged in a cross and a possible letter C. Date: Probably Post Medieval - c. 1500 - 1700 Dimensions: 17.08 mm x 5…
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Monday 24th October 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D7D36B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver groat of Mary I dating to 1553 - 1554. Minted in London.  Reference: North vol. 2. No 1960 Date: Post Medieval Diameter: 23.61 mm Weight: 1.70 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Monday 24th October 2022
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Record ID: DOR-D2747A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver soldino of Doge Leonardo Loredan dating to 1501 - 1521. Minted in Venice.  The obverse shows the Doge receiving the banner of St Michael, the reverse shows Christ stand holding a cross. Diameter: 12.23 mm Weight: 0.26 g Die axis: 5 Soldini entered circulation via the Venetian trading fleet, and were used in place of silver half-pennies which were in short supply. 
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 13th December 2022
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