Record ID: DOR-ECCC96
Object type: CANDLE HOLDER
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy probable candle holder. The object is in the form of a stylised cockerel with an integral conical socket, The bird has a long neck with a small, beaked head with stylised comb and wattle. There are moulded crescentic ridges on the sides of the body to indicate wings. The body extends downwards into a pair of legs, each with an angled joint and one complete with an expanded crescent shaped foot. It also extends back into a curved, spilt tail, with hooked ends. The socket flares outwards from the back and is broken and split at one sie adjacent to the neck. …
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1B7313
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, reverse depicting Victory on prow with shield and sceptre. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.86 mm Weight: 1.04 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-ED4ECA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). The obverse depicts the Helmeted head of Constantinopolis, Victory on prow with shield and sceptre reverse. Unclear mint mark.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.73 mm Weight: 1.59 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-ED2C4C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Claudius II (AD 268-270) dated AD 268-270 (Reece period 13). The reverse inscription is illegible however it depicts a standing figure. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.82 mm Weight: 1.20 g Die axis: 4
Created on: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-ED04E8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate copying a coin possibly of Carausius (AD 286-293) dated AD 275-285 (Reece period 14), the reverse depicts a stylised female figure holding a transverse sceptre. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.46 mm Weight: 1.63 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C6AFB0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, reverse depicting Victory on prow with shield and sceptre. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.22 mm Weight: 1.18 g Die axis: 9
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C66597
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 343-348 (Reece period 17) Probably VICTORIAE DD AVGG QNN reverse type depicting two Victories facing one another, each with a wreath. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.14 mm Weight: 1.11 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C646CB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 354-361 (Reece period 18) Probably FEL TEMP REPARATIO reverse type depicting a soldier spearing a barbarian who has fallen from a horse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.15 mm Weight: 1.10 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C626B2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of an uncertain fourth century emperor dated AD 296-402. No detail remaining on the reverse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.59 mm Weight: 1.09 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C60934
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 335-341 (Reece period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.14 mm Weight: 1.12 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C49FBB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy probable radiate of an uncertain emperor dated AD 260-285 (Reece period 13). Standing figure on the reverse face.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.55 mm Weight: 1.02 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C48578
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of an uncertain probable Gallic Empire emperor dated AD 260-285 (Reece period 13). Standing figure wearing a tunic on the reverse face.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.59 mm Weight: 0.81 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C4538A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy radiate of an uncertain probable Gallic Empire emperor dated AD 260-285(Reece period 13).  No detail remaining on the reverse face.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.95 mm Weight: 0.50 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C43FD9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy radiate or nummus of an uncertain emperor dated AD 260-402. No detail remaining on the obverse or reverse face. Part of an assemblage of 82 radiates and nummi centred on one area. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.86 mm Weight: 0.53 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C428E2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy radiate or nummus of an uncertain emperor dated AD 260-402. No detail remaining on the obverse or reverse face. Part of an assemblage of 82 radiates and nummi centred on one area. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.09 mm Weight: 0.90 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C40CB8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus, possibly of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335. Possibly GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 12.32 mm Weight: 0.58 g Die axis: 6 (probably)
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C3E753
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy possible radiate of an uncertain emperor dated AD 260-285. Possible standing figure on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.21 mm Weight: 0.59 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C3BDF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of an uncertain fourth century emperor dated AD 296-402. No detail remains on the reverse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.22 mm Weight: 0.64 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-C38918
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus, probably of The House of Constantine (AD 307-360) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). Probably GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 11.94 mm Weight: 0.53 g Die axis: 4 (probably)
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-8666C4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constans (AD 330-350) probably dated AD 354-361 (Reece period 18). Probably FELTEMP REPARATIO reverse type depicting a soldier spearing a barbarian who has fallen from a horse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.59 mm Weight: 2.66 g Die axis: unclear.
Created on: Monday 18th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-863E89
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Tetricus II (AD 270-273) dated AD 270-273 (Reece period 13). Standing female figure on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 18.51 mm Weight: 2.13 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Monday 18th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-8625AC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of an uncertain emperor dated AD 260-285 (Reece period 13). No detail surviving on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 20.38 mm Weight: 1.26 g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Monday 18th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-8605FA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper as or dupondius of an uncertain emperor. No detail surviving on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 26.39 mm Weight: 5.91 g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Monday 18th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6E789E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 335-341 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.42 mm Weight: 0.62 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6E65D9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of Helena (AD 324-341) dated AD 337-341 (Reece period 17) PAX PVBLICA reverse type depicting Pax facing holding a branch left.  Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.13 mm Weight: 0.80 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6E43AE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 335-341 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.09 mm Weight: 1.01 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6E10C3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 343-348 (Reece period 17) VICTORIAE DD AVGG QNN reverse type depicting two Victories facing one another, each with a wreath. D between Victories, unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.03 mm Weight: 0.80g Die axis: 6
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6DD1DD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate copying a prototype of the Gallic empire dated AD 275-285 (Reece period 14) stylised standing female figure on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.25 mm Weight: 1.14 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6DAEF8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 343-348 (Reece period 17) VICTORIAE DD AVGG QNN reverse type depicting two Victories facing one another, each with a wreath. D between Victories, unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.40mm Weight: 0.99 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Sunday 17th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-4540B7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 343-348 (Reece period 17) probably VICTORIAE DD AVGG QNN reverse type depicting two Victories facing one another, each with a wreath. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.25mm Weight: 0.92 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-451A03
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 343-348 (Reece period 17) probably VICTORIAE DD AVGG QNN reverse type depicting two Victories facing one another, each with a wreath. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 13.72 mm Weight: 1.03 g Die axis: 11
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-445BBF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper nummus, probably of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 335-341(Reece period 17) possibly GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.19 mm Weight: 1.3 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-443191
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy city commemorative nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, reverse depicting Victory on prow with shield and sceptre. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.27 mm Weight: 1.36 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-432DA3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus, probably of the House of Valentinian (AD 364-378) dated AD 364-378 (Reece period 19) SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE reverse type depicting Victory advancing left with a wreath. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.18 mm Weight: 1.12 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-430B4E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate copying a prototype of the Gallic empire dated AD 275-285 (Reece period 14) standing figure with outstretched arms on the reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.12 mm Weight: 1.41 g Die axis: 6 (probably)
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-42E4E6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate copying a prototype of the Gallic empire dated AD 275-285 (Reece period 14) standing figure with radiate head left reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 14.53 mm Weight: 1.47 g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-42B97B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.78 mm Weight: 1.09 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 15th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-07EABE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate, possibly a barbarous issue of Divus Claudius (AD 270-271) dated AD 270-271 (Reece period 13) CONSECRATIO reverse depicting a garlanded altar with flames above. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.68 mm Weight: 2.13 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-07C1E9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate dated AD 275-285 copying a prototype of the Gallic empire (Reece period 14). Standing stylised female figure with arms raised on reverse.   Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.42 mm Weight: 0.92 g Die axis: 3
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-078F65
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of an uncertain ruler dated AD 294-402. No detail remaining on the reverse. Unclear mint mark Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.70 mm Weight: 0.77 g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-075A57
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) VRBS ROMA obverse depicting the helmeted head of Roma, reverse depicting wolf and twins. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.65 mm Weight: 1.33 g Die axis: 7
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-0720EE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Divus Claudius II (AD 270-271) dated AD 270-271 (Reece period 13) CONSECRATIO reverse depicting an eagle facing right. Mint of Rome. Reference: RIC vol 5a, pg.234, no.266. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.84 mm Weight: 1.48 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-F3EBCD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Mint mark -/-//- - dot P Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.48 mm Weight: 1.91 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-F3C374
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.92 mm Weight: 0.80 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-F39DE7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.02 mm Weight: 1.38 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-F32A15
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus probably of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-341 (Reece period 17) probably GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with one or two standards. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.17 mm Weight: 1.11 g Die axis: 1
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: GLO-B017A7
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, possible Polden Hill type. This has concave wings, but both ends are truncated making it impossible to determine the spring mounting method.  The head of the bow is decorated with two vertical grooves. The lower half of the bow is truncated.
Created on: Friday 8th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: GLO-AFC4AE
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy double looped buckle with oval frames (one frame is missing) that have bevelled outer edges and a narrowed, recessed strap bar. 
Created on: Friday 8th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1F9A2B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy city commemorative nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, reverse depicting Victory on prow with shield and sceptre. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.63 mm Weight: 1.93 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1F7F31
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy city commemorative nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, reverse depicting Victory on prow with shield and sceptre. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.24 mm Weight: 1.15 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1F6422
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy barbarous radiate copying a coin of Tetricus II (AD 270-273) dated AD 275-285 (Reece period 14) SPES PVBLICA reverse depicting Spes holding up hem of dress, holding a flower, walking left. Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.07 mm Weight: 1.12 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1F1A8E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17) VRBS ROMA obverse depicting the helmeted head of Roma, reverse depicts wolf and twins.  Unclear mint mark.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.66 mm Weight: 1.87 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-1EEA3A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 318-324 (Reece period 16) possibly VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP reverse type depicting two Victories holding a wreath or shield inscribed VOT PR over an altar. Unclear mint mark.  Date: Roman  Diameter: 15.27 mm Weight: 0.98 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-CBF6C2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine, dating to the period c.AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). CONSTANTINOPOLIS reverse type depicting Victory left on prow holding shield and sceptre. Mint of Lyon. LRBC p. 7, no. 201; RIC VII, p. 138, no. 256. Diameter: 16.13 mm Weight: 1.81 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 5th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-75DB85
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine  (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17).GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Mint mark -/-//CONST mint of Arles. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.56 mm Weight: 1.39 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-75C824
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dated AD 307-318 (Reece period 15).SOLI INVICTO reverse type depicting Sol standing left, holding the head of Serapis and raising hand in salute. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.91 mm Weight: 1.12 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-75AFA8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17).GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Mint mark -/-//CONST mint of Arles. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.39 mm Weight: 1.23 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-759834
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis holding a sceptre over shoulder, Victory on prow with shield and sceptre reverse. Mint mark -/-//TR dot P mint of Trier. Reference: RIC vol.7, Trier no.543. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.12 mm Weight: 1.28 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-75785C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Gallienus (AD 260-268) dated AD 260-268 (Reece period 13). Standing female figure, cornucopia in right, wreath in left reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.49 mm Weight: 1.23 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-60B43C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse depicting the helmeted head of Constantinopolis, Victory on prow with shield and sceptre reverse. Mint mark -/-//TRP dot mint of Trier. Reference: RIC vol.7, Trier no.530. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.83 mm Weight: 2.03 g Die axis: 1
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6091DF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of Gratian (AD 367-383) dated AD 364-378 (Reece period 19). GLORIA NOVISACVLI reverse type depicting the Emperor left with standard and shield. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.09 mm Weight: 1.82 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-60724E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Claudius II (AD 268-270) dated AD 268-270 (Reece period 13). IOVI VICTORI reverse depicting Jupiter standing left, holding sceptre and thunderbolt downwards. Mint of Rome. Reference: RIC vol.5a, no.54. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.98 mm Weight: 2.03 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-605DDA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). VRBS ROMA obverse depicting the helmeted head of Roman, with wolf and twins reverse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.41 mm Weight: 1.74 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-602FC1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian (AD 364-378) dated AD 364-378 (Reece period 19). SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE reverse type depicting Victory advancing left with a wreath. Mint mark OF/-//--- probably mint of Arles. Date: Roman  Diameter: 16.67 mm Weight: 1.58 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-601C31
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of Constantius II (AD 323-361) dated AD 354-361 (Reece period 18). FEL TEMP REPARATIO reverse type depicting soldier spearing a barbarian who has fallen from a horse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.16 mm Weight: 1.29 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6002C4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 324-330 (Reece period 16). PROVIDENTIAE CAESS reverse type depicting camp or town gateway with two towers. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.30 mm Weight: 1.68 g Die axis: 16
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5FDCA2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Valentinian I (AD 364-378) dated AD 364-378 (Reece period 19). SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE reverse type depicting Victory advancing left with a wreath. Mint mark -/-//CON- - mint of Arles. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.19 mm Weight: 1.15 g Die axis: 2
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5F9237
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dated AD 321(Reece period 16). VIRTVS EXERCIT reverse type depicting two captives back to back against a central standard. Mint mark C/R//PL(G) mint of Lyons. Reference: RIC vol.7, pg.130, Lyons no.115. Date: Roman  Diameter: 18.5 mm Weight: 2.08 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5EC4C1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse type depicting VOT X within wreath. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.73 mm Weight: 2.34 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5E9DD7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Gallienus sole reign (AD 260-268) dated AD 260-268 (Reece period 13). SECVRIT PERPET reverse depicting Securitas standing left, leaning on column, legs crossed, holding a sceptre. Mint of Rome. Mint mark -/H// Reference: RIC 5a, pg.155, no,280. Date: Roman  Diameter: 18.55 mm Weight: 1.3 g Die axis: 1
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5E7629
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse depicting a wreath with VOT X inside. Unclear mint mark  Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.29 mm Weight: 1.92 g Die axis: 2
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5DF172
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constantine II (AD 317-340) dated  AD 326 (Reece period 16). CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse depicting a wreath with VOT X inside. Mint mark -/-//STR crescent mint of Trier. Reference: RIC vol.7, Trier 471. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.47 mm Weight: 1.81 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5DD70C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Claudius II (AD 268-270) dated  AD 268-270 (Reece period 13). Standing figure reverse, very little detail remaining. Date: Roman  Diameter: 17.99 mm Weight: 1.49 g Die axis: 12 (probably)
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5DC8EB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Crispus (AD 317-326) dated  AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse type depicting a wreath with VOT X within. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 18.48 mm Weight: 1.48 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5DBAEE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Crispus (AD 317-326) dated  AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse type depicting a wreath with VOT X within. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 18.55 mm Weight: 1.87 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5DA8A7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dated  AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). BEATA TRANQVILLITAS reverse type depicting altar inscribed VOTIS XX with globe on top. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 19.58 mm Weight: 2.27 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5D7949
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dated  AD 307-318 (Reece period 15). SOLI INVICTO COMITI reverse type depicting Sol standing facing with whip and globe. Mint mark T/F//(P)TR mint of Trier (probably) Date: Roman  Diameter: 19.54 mm Weight: 1.9 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5D2A35
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Crispus (AD 317-326) dated  AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). VIRTVS EXERCIT reverse type depicting a trophy with two bound captives seated at its base. Mint mark T/F//- - - mint of Trier (probably) Reference: RIC vol.7, Trier no. 285. Date: Roman  Diameter: 20.33 mm Weight: 2.49 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-5D0FE3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the Magnentius or Decentius (AD 350-353) dated  AD 350-353 (Reece period 18). FELICITAS REIPVBLICAE reverse type depicting the Emperor facing holding a standard and a Victory. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 20.40 mm Weight: 2.43 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-399245
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dated  AD 318-324 (Reece period 16). Inscription around a wreath with VOT X or VOT XX within reverse. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 19.07 mm Weight: 1.83 g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-3952BE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy radiate of Gallienus (AD 260-268) dated  AD 260-268  (Reece period 13). DIANAE CONS AVG reverse depicting a horned animal standing or walking left. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 20.25 mm Weight: 2.03 g Die axis: 6
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-38D1C5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy nummus of Magnentius or Decentius  (AD 350-353) dated  AD 350-353  (Reece period 18). VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAE reverse type depicting two Victories holding a shield inscribed VOT V MVLT X. Unclear mint mark. Date: Roman  Diameter: 21.24 mm Weight: 2.57 g Die axis: 12
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-38BA29
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sestertius probably of Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-180) dated  AD 161-180  (Reece period 8 ). Standing female figure, cornucopia in right reverse. Date: Roman  Diameter: 30.71 mm Weight: 21.74 g Die axis: 10
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
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Record ID: DOR-E3B29B
Object type: PIPE TAMPER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy pipe tamper in the form of an upright hand grasping a cylindrical object with flared end (probably a scroll) The hand has long moulded fingers wrapped around the bar and a thumb and hollowed palm below. The bar flares to each end, terminanting in a flat, circular face. The ends of the bar are decorated, one end with a single circumferetnial groove, theopposite ned with two. The wrist of the hand tapers to a collar approximately halfway down the shaft, perhaps representing a cuff. The collar is decorated with a curcumferential ridge top and bottom…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
No spatial data available.

Record ID: DOR-E3536E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sestertius of Severus Alexander dating to AD 222 - 235 (Reece period 11).  Standing figure on reverse. Very little detail survivng. Date: Roman Diameter: Weight: Die axis: 12
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
No spatial data available.

Record ID: DOR-E0B059
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy bow brooch.  A knee brooch. The pin shaft is missing. At the head is a open-backed box housing the iron axis bar and spring for the missing pin. The copper alloy spring is present and has three coils either side of the stub of the pin shaft. The end caps of this spring housing box are pierced to accommodate the ends of the axis bar. The wings are short. The head projects horizontally from the centre of the wings (the front of the spring housing). The bow then curves outward an down on a P-shaped profile extending into a short, straight leg. At …
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DE2F34
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy pot leg from a cooking vessel. The leg  has an irregular trilobed cross-section. The front a central rounded, longitudinal rib. It has old irregular breaks at both ends.   Date: Medieval to Post Medieval - c.1200-1700 AD. Dimensions: 58.58 mm x 43.73 mm x 11.05 mm Weight: 154 g Crudely made cast copper-alloy vessels such as cauldrons and skillets were widely used from c.1200-1700 for serving and cooking. Butler et al. (2009:4) suggest there were four main types of leg used. This is an example of type A which …
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DE22A6
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy pot leg from a cooking vessel. The leg  has an irregular trilobed cross-section. The front has three rounded, longitudinal ribs which form a three lobed flared foot at the base. It has old irregular breaks at both ends.   Date: Medieval to Post Medieval - c.1200-1700 AD. Dimensions: 66.02 mm x 47.85 mm x 25.26 mm Weight: 246 g Crudely made cast copper-alloy vessels such as cauldrons and skillets were widely used from c.1200-1700 for serving and cooking. Butler et al. (2009:4) suggest there were four…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-DDF2DE
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of copper alloy spur. Part of one arm only remains. The arm is D-shaped in cross section and tapers from the break to a broken figure of eight terminal. the terminal projects downwards from the end of the arm and the loper loop id broken. The remaining aperture in the upper loop is circular. Date: Post Medieval - c. 1600 - 1800 Dimensions:  88.06 mm x 13.66 mm x 5.55 mm  Weight: 11.38 g
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DDDD98
Object type: PIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of copper alloy probable dress pin. The head only. The head is oval with four vertical spiral grooves. at the top is a small pointed knop. At the base is a collar above the narrowed stub of the pinshaft. Date: Post Medieval - c. 1500 - 1700 Dimensions: 19.62 mm x 8.67 mm Weight: 4.47 g
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DD8EF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable Roman coin. The reverse has no detail and is scratched. The obverse has a head facing right. Date: Roman Diameter. 27.03 mm Thickness: 2.48 mm Weight: 4.80 g 
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DCDFA7
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy hooked fitting. Possibly a dress fastener or a buckle pin. A thick bar of copper alloy with a D-shaped cross-section for much of its length, thinning into a rectangular cross section towards the hooked end. Th hooked end is tapered and bent at a right angle before curling back on itself. At the other end is also tapered and ends in a break. On one face of the bar in the centre are traces of stamped decoration of an annulet with four annulets set around it forming a rectangle. Date:  Dimensions: 54.95 mm x 6.85 mm x 3.62 mm Weight: 7.68 g
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Saturday 6th April 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DCB41B
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sheet metal book clasp of Howsam type A.6.2. A catchplate originally paired with a hooked plate. A flared plate with a scalloped edge along the wider, distal end. At the attachment end are the two hooked arms, one on either side, which housed a bar for the attachment of the missing hook piece. The front of the plate is decorated at the hinged end with a series of incised lines of varying lengths extending longitudinally.. There are two attachment holes set longitudinally along the mid-line which retain separate circular cross-sectioned rivets which ha…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Saturday 6th April 2024
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Record ID: DOR-DC4829
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  copper-alloy single looped rectangular buckle frame. The frame only remains, the pin is missing. The buckle frame is rectangular with three, flat, broad sides and the fourth largely taken up with a constriction for the attachment of the missing pin. The frame is flat and rectangular in cross section. The constriction is circular in cross section. The aperture in the centre of the frame is rectangular with rounded ends and a slight expansion to the frame constriction. The front of the frame is decorated along each of the short sides with two grooves flanking a knurled ridge…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Saturday 6th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-D22F62
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  copper-alloy double looped annular buckle frame. The frame only remains, the pin is missing. The buckle frame is asymmetrical, with one D-shaped loop and the other a slightly elongated, less rounded D-shape with two shallow recesses in the outer circumference, giving the outer edge a flared appearance. The bar is central and trapezoidal in cross-section with traces of iron corrosion. Both outer edges are expanded and decorated with transverse grooves. The frame is D-shaped in cross section.  Date: Late Medieval - c.1400 - 1500 Dimensions: 31.75 mm x 28.51 mm x 2.…
Created on: Wednesday 14th February 2024
Last updated: Saturday 6th April 2024
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Record ID: DOR-CE2026
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy English jetton. Probably issued under Edward II (1307 - 1327). Berry type 5 obverse depicting a lion passant facing left with four fleurs de lys around and a wavy line below the feet. Around this is an outer border of sexfoil rosettes alternating with small pellets. Below the line is a row of trefoils formed from pellets. On the reverse is a long cross moline with a single large pellet in each angle and a border of large pellets. Date: Medieval - c. 1307 - 1327 Diameter: 20.55 mm Weight: 1.08 g
Created on: Wednesday 14th February 2024
Last updated: Saturday 6th April 2024
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Record ID: DOR-62E541
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy millefiori enamelled disc brooch. The brooch is large, circular and flat. The face of the brooch is decorated with millefiori enamelling in two concentric bands inside concentric metal reserves. The enamelling is of chequered panels of blocks of turquoise and white without a border, alternating with red, blue and white blocks within a red border. The outer edge of the brooch is raised to contain the enamelling. There is a circular hole at the centre through which a projecting boss is attached. The boss is a circular, waisted column with an expa…
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: SOM-4F81AF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman coin, probably an As, of unknown ruler dating to 41 - 260 AD. Obverse: bust facing right. Reverse: unknown, possible standing figure but unclear. 
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chettle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-4F76F7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman coin, probably an As, of unknown ruler dating to 41 - 260 AD. Obverse: bust facing right. Reverse: unknown, S C visible. 
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chettle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-4F69F3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Vespasian, possibly Titus, dating to the period c. AD 69 - 79 (Reece Period 4). SALVS AVGVSTA reverse type depicting Salus seated left holding patera and sceptre. Mint of Lyon. RIC II (2nd ed.), p. 148, no. 1249.
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chettle', grid reference and parish protected.