Record ID: DOR-D40CC7
Object type: WIRE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of lozengiform sectioned gold wire. Date: Unknown Report to H. M. Coroner on find of potential find of Treasure from Osmington, Dorset. 2013 T 218 Description Coiled fragment of gold wire with quadrangular section. Diameter 13.69 x 12.57mm; Thickness 1.87mm; Weight 1.9g. Identification It is not impossible that this fragment is ancient; however there are no diagnostic features and thus it is not possible to assign to any cultural or chronological context. It cannot therefore be securely dated to pre-1713 and as such falls outside the provisions of the …
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 24th September 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Osmington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4451E7
Object type: WINDOW GLASS
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of hand made sheet window glass from the post-Medieval period, c.1590-c.1700. The glass is uneven in thickness, with air bubbles evident and the surface is very scratched. The glass has a greenish tint and has probably come from diamond leaded windows.It measures 38.05 in length, 31.50 mm in width and is 2.07 mm thick. It weighs 3.449 grams.
Created on: Sunday 6th December 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 10th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-736C82
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure case 2009 T399 Description: Silver whistle, made of thin silver sheet, well-shaped mouthpiece, square opening, tapering to the end which has been broken off. Along the length of the whistle, five projecting flanges, in silver, these with traces of gilding. Dimensions: Length: 57.40mm, Width at mouthpiece: 9.21mm, Width at widest point, including decoration: 15.81mm, Weight: 6.12g Discussion: Date uncertain, but the unusual flanges suggest possibly 16th century date. Consequently, in terms of age and as the object contains a minimum of 10% precious metal it qualifies as…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd July 2009
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Glanvilles Wootton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-7AF680
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy whistle of post-medieval date. The whistle is sub T-shaped in plan with a hollow, circular section. One terminal is cast in the design of an exotic bird while the other has been lost to an old break. The object is possibly a hawking whistle. The metal has a mid reddish-brown patina and is worn. The whistle is 67.7mm long, 33.9mm wide, 9.2mm thick and weighs 30.9g. Similar whistles can be seen on the PAS database as Unique ID: KENT3333 and BUC-8600D2.
Created on: Friday 24th February 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 7th March 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sturminster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-243912
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a silver whistle.The circular chamber from the end of the whistle only. It comprises two hemispheres with flanged edges which have been soldered together.The hemipheres are dented. At one side is an oval aperture where the main body of the whistle would have been attached. Next to this is the stub of the missing s-shaped wire handle. The form is that of a Boatswains's whistle, used for signalling on ships. Date: Post- Medieval - 16th to 17th century Reference: PATAR 2007, p 146, No. 337
Created on: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 6th May 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Compton Abbas', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-A4FE94
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a silver whistle. The circular chamber from the end of the whistle only. It comprises two hemispheres with flanged edges which have been soldered together. Both hemispheres are decorated with a cinquefoil with heart-shaped foils. Both hemispheres are dented. At one side is an oval aperture where the main body of the whistle would have been attached. The form is that of a Boatswains' whistle. Date: Post Medieval - 17th century Whistles of this type were used for signaling on ships. Reference: PATAR 2007, p 146, No. 337 Consequently, in terms of age and as the …
Created on: Wednesday 9th May 2012
Last updated: Thursday 30th April 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-6E2574
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver whistle. At one end is the circular sounding chamber, which comprises two hemispheres with flanged edges which have been soldered together. The hemispheres are dented and there is a large hole in the top. The pipe of the whistle extends from the chamber, flaring slightly to the open end. It is circular in cross section and has two collars, one set in from the attachment end and the other around the terminal. Both are decorated with two incised lines. Below the pipe and attached from the edge of the chamber to around three quarters of the length is an open wire han…
Created on: Monday 17th March 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shillingstone', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-0385B6
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a silver whistle.The circular chamber from the end of the whistle only. It comprises two hemispheres with flanged edges which have been soldered together. Both hemipheres are decorated with a cinquefoil with heart-shaped foils. Both hemisheres are dented. At one side is an oval aperture where the main body of the whistle would have been attached. The form is that of a Boatswains's whistle, used for signalling on ships. Date: Post- Medieval - 16th to 17th century Reference: PATAR 2007, p 146, No. 337 Dimensions: 18.27 mm x 16.05 mm x 11.09 mm Weight: 2.64 g
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Friday 15th May 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Puddletown', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-03E861
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a silver whistle.This fragment joins to the fragment previously recorded as Treasure case 2009 T399 (SOM-736C82). This is the lower part of the whistle and tapers to a rounded suspension loop with a circular aperture. Before the loop there are two rounded collars.The fragment has been cut at the break and is also split partway along. Date: Post- Medieval - 16th to 17th century Dimensions: 55.40 mm x 6.25 mm x 4.29 mm Weight: 2.84 g
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Monday 28th April 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Glanvilles Wootton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DEV-FEE123
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a silver whistle that comprises part of its tube, collar and attachment loops. The tubular whistle is made of silver sheet rolled into a cylinder and soldered lengthways along an abutting seam. One end of this tube terminates in an irregular break that has been squashed closed. The opposite terminal is also broken, slightly squashed and filled with a concreted grey material. Placed between these ends approximately half way down its surviving length is a single collar wrapped around the cylindrical tube. The collar is composed of spiralled silver wire wrapped around a s…
Created on: Thursday 30th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Burton Bradstock CP', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-10B90E
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
Description:. An incomplete silver child's whistle, A tubular whistle formed from sheet silver and with an open D-shaped mouth piece and a D-shaped sound hole. There is a visible seam along the length of the whistle. The body of the whistle expands towards the open end. The open end has a series of sharp triangular projections around its edge. most of which are bent. The body is decorated with three collars. One below the sound hole is formed of coiled, spring-like silver wire, The second, equidistant between the latter and the end of the body, is of the same construction and …
Created on: Tuesday 4th May 2021
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melcombe Horsey', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-FE5DC9
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver boatswains or hawking whistle.  At one end is the oval sounding chamber, which comprises two deep hemispheres with flanged edges which have been soldered together with a ridged girth band over the join. There is a large, circular sounding hole in the top. The pipe of the whistle extends from the chamber, flaring slightly to the open end. It is circular in cross section and has two three-ribbed  collars, one set in from the attachment end and the other around the terminal.  Below the pipe and attached from the edge of the chamber to around…
Created on: Tuesday 27th July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wootton Fitzpaine', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-321244
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible whetstone, hone-stone or polishing stone. A shaped quartzite pebble (probably a beach pebble). The pebble has several angular facets resulting in its broadly rectilinear shape. The profile shape is pentagonal. On both of the long faces there are areas of wear at the short edges. The upper surface, where two facets join together producing a central ridge (the point of the pentagonal profile) is slightly more smooth than the other surfaces. Date: Uncertain Dimensions: 83.81 mm x 47.53 mm x 58.63 mm Weight: 420 g (approx)
Created on: Tuesday 5th July 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 5th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-2205A5
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a whetstone. It is square sectioned with a break at either end. One end flares out and has a long, central groove on one face. The opposite face has an angled groove at the other end. A fine grained, laminated, micaceous siltsone or mudstone. Date: Not closely datable, but probably Medieval to Post Medieval - 12th to 18th century Dimensions: 44.76 mm x 31.93 mm x 20.31 mm Weight: 42.52 g Weight: 8g
Created on: Thursday 17th September 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-E194B6
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete whetstone of probable Early Medieval or Medieval date (c.800 – 1400). The whetstone is formed from a very fine sedimentary mica rich sandstone or siltstone and bedding planes are clearly visible in the profile. The whetstone is broadly sub-rectangular in plane with tapering sides and faces. It is sub-rectangular in cross section. The edges are slightly bevelled. The top, above the suspension hole, has an angled profile. A relatively small, sub-circular suspension hole has been drilled, off-centre, in the upper part of the whetstone; this has been ac…
Created on: Tuesday 28th February 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-688601
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy trade weight. Probably 15th to 16th century. A small, circular, uniface weight. There are two concentric incised lines at the edge. The obverse is stamped with a crown at one edge and a lis opposite at the other edge. These stamps are over the incised bands. There is small hollow at the centre of the weight and the whole surface is slightly concave. The reverse of the weight has clear file marks over the whole surface. The weight of the object does not appear to conform with any known 15th to 16th century weights for coins and the placement of the symbols is different to …
Created on: Wednesday 6th June 2007
Last updated: Tuesday 11th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Compton Abbas', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-B829A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast, copper alloy trade weight. A uniface, circular weight with concentric grooves at the edge and about halfway in. there is a central circular depression.At the edge of the inner circle is a stap comprising a crown above a probable letter H. The back has several scratches and file marks. Date: Late Medieval to Post Medieval (Henry VII to Henry VIII) Dimensions: 41.29 mm x 2.81 mm Weight: 22.23 g
Created on: Monday 16th July 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maiden Newton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-B5CB37
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small conical cast lead weight of uncertain but possibly medieval date. The weight measures 11mm in height by 16.7mm (base diameter) by 7.2mm (top diameter) and weighs 13.4g. There is a circular hole running from the top to the bottom. The hole is slightly off centre at the base. The base has two diagional grooves at one side and a third groove running across from side to side next to the hole. It is also possible that this object is a small spindle whorl for a drop-spindle.
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corfe Castle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-EF9711
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight (probably). A rectangular bar of lead, which may have been used as a weight. The sides taper in a little from the base to the top. There are numerious scratches and dents but no sign of a purposeful marking. Date unknown.
Created on: Monday 5th November 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corfe Castle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-F34854
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A one ounce trade weight, probably provincial. The only stamp is a crown above the initials GR.
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EA7065
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-sub-conical form, with vertically faceted surfaces and a vertical central aperture of circular cross section.The object has a light brown/beige patina and the dimensions are: Height 11 mm. Diameter (top) 9.5 mm. Diameter (base) 14 mm. Aperture diameter 6 mm. Weight 8 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EABB73
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A sub-conical lead-alloy weight of uncertain date. Dimensions are: Base diameter 15.5 mm Height 17 mm Weight 17 grams. The vertical aperture measures c.3.2 mm diameter on the underside, narrowing to c.2.5 mm at the apex .
Created on: Tuesday 8th June 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 10th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-7D77C5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of flattened-hemispherical form and has a vertical aperture at its centre. This aperture is of circular cross section and tapers slightly, towards the top.The weight has a glossy smooth white patina, Dimensions are: Height 9 mm.Diameter 17 mm Weight 14 grams Aperture diameter at base: 7.2 mm. Aperture diameter at top 5.2 mm.
Created on: Tuesday 15th June 2010
Last updated: Friday 29th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-933381
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of probable medieval date. The freestanding weight is sub-conical, tapering to an apex loop and decorated by seven evenly spaced, vertical ribs The base is slightly concave and the weight has a glossy white patina. Dimensions are: Height 38 mm. Base diameter c.25.5 mm. Weight 109 grams. Perforation c.4.5 mm diameter.
Created on: Wednesday 16th June 2010
Last updated: Sunday 24th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-DBBD62
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of uncertain (suggested Roman to medieval) date. The freestanding weight is of truncated-conical form and has a vertical aperture at its centre. This aperture is of circular cross section and tapers from the bottom to the top(c.8.2 mm to c.1.5 mm). The weight has a matt chalky white patina. Dimensions are: Diameter at base 24 mm, Diameter at the top c.10 mm, Height 19 mm, Weight 48 grams. The dating of lead weights are problematic when found out of context, so a broad date range is given here.
Created on: Sunday 20th June 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-3B5187
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of uncertain date. The weight is sub-conical, having a triangular cross section and tapering to a wedge-shaped apex. Just below this apex is a horizontal aperture which is of rectangular cross section and tapered from 7mm x 5.1 mm to c.3 mm .The weight has a matt chalky white patina. Dimensions are: Height 43.5 mm, Width at base 20 mm, Width at apex 8.5 mm, Weight 51 grams.
Created on: Thursday 24th June 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-650E02
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of uncertain date. The sub-conical weight appears to have been formed by rolling a strip of sheet lead.The aperture is central, compacted with soil and measures 6mm in diameter. The weight has has a semi matt chalky white patina. Dimensions are: Height 29 mm, Diameter at the base 24.9 mm Diameter at the apex 15 mm, Weight 38 grams.
Created on: Saturday 26th June 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-CF1FD5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy steelyard weight of probable Roman date. The weight is pear shaped and has a vertical aperture at its centre. This aperture is of square scross section and is filled with impacted soil. The base of this weight has a sub-rectangular indentation which may be a nail head imprint. An iron nail was found nearby (see photograph) and such a nail may originally have been inserted into the weight's central aperture, with the projecting point bent to form a loop. The weight has a semi-matt chalky white patina. Dimensions are. Aperture width at base 4mm x 4mm, Aperture…
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-241C96
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight takes the form of a disc with central aperture of circular cross section.There is some corrosion to the outer edges. Dimensions are: Diameter of aperture 17.5 mm, Diameter 25 mm, Thickness 7.1 mm, Weight 22 grams.
Created on: Monday 5th July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-B71C68
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of uncertain date. A sheet of lead has been rolled to create a cylinder which has then been flattened.The aperture measures 10 mm x 4 mm, tapering to 7 mm x 2.9 mm. The weight has a matt chalky white patina.Dimensions are: Height 19.5 mm, Diameter 14 mm, Weight 11 grams.
Created on: Monday 12th July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-E12383
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-conical form, with a vertical aperture at the centre. This aperture is of circular cross section and tapers from the bottom to the top.The weight has a glossy white patina. Dimensions are; Aperture diameter at base 6 mm, Aperture diameter at top c.5 mm, Diameter of base 15 mm, Diameter of top 9.9 mm, Height 7.1mm, Weight 9.166g.
Created on: Wednesday 14th July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F5F1C6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of uncertain date. A sheet of lead has been rolled to form the sub-cylindrical weight. The aperture is central and tapered. The weight has a semi-matt white patina. Dimensions are: Height 17.5 mm, Diameter c.13.9mm, Aperture width c.6.5 mm, tapering to c.5.2 mm, Weight 16 grams.
Created on: Thursday 15th July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F67EF2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of flattened-sub-globular form, with a tapered aperture linking the two flat surfaces. It has a semi matt whitish/grey patina. Dimensions are: Diameter 15.9 mm, Height 12.2 mm, Weight 14 grams, Aperture diameter 5 mm, reducing to 3.5 mm.
Created on: Thursday 15th July 2010
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-F89D00
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast copper alloy trade weight probably from the reign of Charles I (1625-1649) or Charles II (1660-1685). The weight is circular with a wide raised rim on the top and an indented centre on the back. There are two pairs of incised concentric circles on the front. It is 76.7mm in diameter by 15.0mm thick and weighs 439 grams, 15.5oz. It has probably lost weight through corrosion and damage and was originally a pound weight. It would have originally been part of a set of weights and bears official marks showing it was made in London and verified by the founders company all…
Created on: Tuesday 13th September 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 14th September 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitechurch Canonicorum', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-F596F4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy trade weight. A 2 ounce circular weight with a thick rim and recessed area on the upper surface. This area is stamped with standard avoirdupois marks. They are a sword, upper case A, ewer (coffeepot), and a crowned letter C for Charles I or II. The base of the weight has a casting mark and several concentric ridges. Date: Post-medieval - c.1625 - 1685 Dimensions: 40.83 mm x 6.28 mm Weight: 53.55 g (c. 2oz)
Created on: Wednesday 23rd April 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Stour', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-002515
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. Circular with a flattened bottom surface and slightly convex top surface with a central circular hole and undecorated. Probably a spindle whorl. Date: Roman to Medieval circa 50-1500 AD Weight: 28.75g. Dimensions: 23.94mm diameter, 8.94mm thick, 8.1mm internal diameter.
Created on: Tuesday 4th May 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 4th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Frampton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-29ED00
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy circular trade weight of post-medieval (17th-century) date. The weight has a low rim (W.: 1.7mm) on its upper surface. Within is a punch at the centre of a flat field. Around this are numerous fine concentric lines from the manufacturing process. Punched within the rim at around 1 o'clock is the sword of St Paul (for the City of London). At 6 o'clock is a ewer (for the Founder's Company, maker of weights), while at around 12 o'clock the royal cipher has been struck. This latter is the crowned initial 'C', denoting King Charles, although one cannot distinguish betwee…
Created on: Wednesday 10th February 2010
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-2E4184
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight of uncertain date. The weight is circular in plan. It is decorated unifacially; the lower face is marked and worn but seemingly only as a result of old damage. The upper face features a design rendered in relief. It may represent a figure advancing right with a staff, or, the other way up, perhaps the Roman numerals 'III' or the letter 'IN', below which a pair of 'C' shapes and a transverse line. At 47.7g it is equivalent to around one-and-a-half troy ounces, or around one-and-two-thirds ounces avoirdupois. Biggs and Withers (2000, 24-26) features two round flat wei…
Created on: Wednesday 10th February 2010
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2012
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SOMDOR-59C3A3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular lead weight of possible late medieval date (13th-15th century). It has thickened edges and a central circular recess. A reasonable parallel was recovered from excavations at the College of Vicars Choral, York, between 1973-1980, and dated to between the 13th-15th centuries (Ottaway & Rogers, 2002, 2955-6, no.14581).
Created on: Friday 16th February 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Toller Down', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOMDOR-022196
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead pendant weight or plumb bob possibly dating from the late medieval period (13th-15th century). It is of approximate 'tear drop' shape with the upper part having been drawn out into a flat plate through which a hole has been made for suspension. It measures 42.46mm long.
Created on: Thursday 8th March 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Toller Down', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOMDOR-EE1421
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible net or thatch weight of unknown date. The object is trapezoidal and is made from a fine grained sandstone. It has three smooth edges and the other edge is broken. The perforation, which is a minimum of 5.3mm in diameter, has been drilled from both sides in the centre of the thinner part of the trapezium. The weight measures a maximum of 80.95mm in length, 61.7mm in width and is between 10.02mm and 18.03mm thick. It weighs 151g.
Created on: Tuesday 13th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cerne Abbas', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D60C24
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The sub-conical weight has been formed by rolling a piece of sheet and capping the base by inserting a disc, which has now slipped out of its original position. The central vertical aperture is of sub-rectangular cross section, the top opening is irregular and there is a vertical seam where the two sides of the sheet meet. The weight has a greyish silky white patina. Aperture at the base 3.58 mm. Top 3.00 mm x 10.19 mm. Height 24.16 mm. Diameter at the base 16.79 mm. Top 10.72 mm. Weight 26 grams.
Created on: Saturday 1st February 2014
Last updated: Friday 8th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-89780C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date,Circa 1350-AD1550. The weight is 'pear'shaped and has a vertical perforation at its centre. This perforation is of rectangular cross section at the top, becoming wider and less regular towards the base.The weight has a patchy white and grey patina. Height of object: 23.24 mm. Diameter:20.99 mm. Diameterof aperture at base: 5.66 mm. Width of aperture at top: 3.15 mm. Weight: 46 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 17th March 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-E7368F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular lead weight of medieval or post medieval date (c. AD 1100-1600). The weight is circular in shape with a rectangular cross-section. The upper face exhibits a moulded design which consists of a raised reserve around the circumference of the weight within which is a central lozengiform moulding with an arm extending from each of the four points to form the arms of a cross pommee which overlap with the reserve border at the edge of the weight. The lozenge is bisected by the arms of a cross fleury to divide the lozenge into four smaller lozenges. The arms of the cross fleury ter…
Created on: Wednesday 14th October 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 10th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Glanvilles Wootton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-40860D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to early post Medieval periods, c.1350-c.1650. The weight is of truncated conical form, with both a flat underside and smaller top. A vertical aperture, located centrally, tapers from bottom to top. The object has an off-white patina with a dull sheen. Height of weight: 21.84 mm Diameter at base: 22.30 mm. Diameter at top: 12.68 mm. Aperture at base:6.07 mm. Aperture at top: 4.22 mm. Weight: 54 grams.
Created on: Sunday 18th October 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D0707C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval period. The object is sub-conical, having convex vertical sides, a flat underside and integrally cast apex loop.Height: 22.78mm; base diameter: 15.42mm; weight: 29g.
Created on: Friday 6th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wareham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D0B922
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy steelyard weight of probable medieval date. The weight is of sub-conical form, having faceted vertical surfaces.The remains of an iron loop project from the apex of the freestanding weight. The weight has a height of 22.88 mm; with a diameter at the base of 15.84 mm. The object weighs 26 grams.
Created on: Friday 6th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wareham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D10655
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large cast lead-alloy weight from the Medieval to early post-Medieval periods. The weight is sub-discoidal, having a flat underside but slightly domed top, the latter decorated with an equal-armed cross, moulded in relief.The weight has a diameter of 54.39 mm, with a thickness of 12.47 and weighs 240 grams. The object has a cream coloured patina with patches of impacted soil.
Created on: Friday 6th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-254477
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A roughly cast suspending lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. c.1250-c.1550. The weight is of flattened conical form with a vertical aperture at the centre.This aperture tapers slightly to the apex. The object has a matt-white patina. Height of object: 13.94 mm. Diameter at the base:24.34 mm. Aperture at the base: 4.90 mm. Diameter of perforation at apex: 3.91 mm. The object weighs 28 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 10th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-39D26B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A crude cylindrical-shaped rolled lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-medieval date, c.1250-c.1550. The object has been made with sheet lead and rolled one and a half times leaving a sub-circular aperture of 6.81 mm to one end; the other end has been crushed in antiquity. The object has a length of 60.18 mm. a diameter of c.19.65 mm. and weighs 88 grams. It has a thick matt white patina.
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-3A1181
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A crude cast conical lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date, c.1250-c.1550. The weight has an off-centre vertical aperture which is of sub-circular cross section, with a diameter of 8.88 mm at the base, reducing to 6.34mm at the apex. The height is 40.83 mm; with a diameter at the base of 22.59 mm. It weighs 77 grams. The object has a thick matt-white patina.
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 9th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-3A77DC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast conical lead-alloy weight of a probable late medieval to early post-Medieval date. c.1450-c.1650. The weight has a incompete, integrally cast loop which appears to have broken in antiquity. It has a height of 23.37 mm; with a diameter at the base of 14.46 mm, and weighs 19 grams. The object has a patchy off-white to grey patina.
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 9th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-420028
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval date, c.1250-c.1450. The object is of flattened-sub-conical form and has a tapered verticalaperture at the centre,which measures 7.76mm in diameter at the base, reducing to 5.06mm at the top. It has a height of 7.45 mm with a diameter of 14.64 mm and weighs 8.673 grams. It has a off-white shiny patina.
Created on: Sunday 6th December 2015
Last updated: Sunday 6th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-0A31BF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead steelyard weight. A triangular prism of lead with an incomplete iron suspension loop at the apex.The sides of the triangle are slightly out-curved it has a rectangular cross section. There are traces of decoration at the base on one face. This is indistinct, but appears probably foliate or floral. Date:Post Medieval - c. 1500 - 1800 Dimensions: 27.93 mm x 15.48 mm x 12.29 mm Weight: 11.38 g
Created on: Monday 10th November 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th November 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DEV-884822
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman to Medieval cast lead alloy, or lead, perforated circular weight or spindle whorl, biconical with traces of a decorative pattern on both faces. On one face this is comprised of two concentric bands of raised dots (the ones in the outer band being larger than the ones oin the inner band) and on the other is a series of radiating lines.The weight has a circular perforation through the centre. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of lead weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to fishing weights to trade weights." She adds tha…
Created on: Wednesday 10th December 2014
Last updated: Monday 22nd May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-DB49E7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
cast lead-alloy ring-shaped weight , probably dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods. The weight comprises a flat-sectioned disc with off-centre, slightly irregular, aperture.There is no evidence of decoration and the weight has a off-white patina. Diameter of weight: 30.01 mm. Height: 11.60 mm. Weight: 64 grams. Aperture diameter: 9.49 mm.
Created on: Sunday 14th December 2014
Last updated: Thursday 17th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-DBC85F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to early post-Medieval periods. The weight is ring shaped, with a vertical, circular-sectioned perforation at its centre.The upper surface is domed but the area around the top of the hole has been flattened. The underside is flat.There is no evidence of decoration and the weight has a shiny grey/white patina. Diameter of weight: 23.05 mm. Height: 7.77 mm. Diameter of aperture: 6.59 mm. Weight: 21 grams.
Created on: Sunday 14th December 2014
Last updated: Saturday 12th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4283E9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods. Circa 1250-1650 The weight is ring shaped, with an irregular perforation at the centre and a convex upper surface. The weight is roughly cast and has a grey/light brown patina. Diameter of weight: 23.17 mm Height: 8.84 mm. Weight: 23 grams. Aperture at base: 8.82 mm. Top: 7.14 mm.
Created on: Monday 12th January 2015
Last updated: Saturday 12th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-FFC7E4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A roughly cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date, circa 1250-1550. The weight is sub-conical, its flat base being irregular in plan. There is a vertical aperture which has a sub-circular cross section, is located off centre and tapers towards the top. Projecting from the apex are what may be the remains of an integrally cast loop. The weight has a matt-white patina. Height of weight: 17.08 mm. Diameter at the base: 22.99 mm. Width of aperture at base: 4.91 mm. Width of aperture at top: 1.80 mm. Weight: 31 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 21st January 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4B07F3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast t lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date, circa 1250-1750.The weight is of truncated conical form, with a vertical aperture which is irregular and located slightly off centre.The weight is roughly cast and has a matt-white patina. Height of weight: 25.68 mm. Diameter of base: 18.68 mm. Diameter of top: 13.15 mm. Width of aperture at base: 4.99 mm. Width of aperture at top: 13.15 mm. Weight: 48 grams.
Created on: Sunday 25th January 2015
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-71E184
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible lead token or weight. A crude sub-circular disc of lead. A uniface token or weight bearing a design of moulded lines possibly in the form of a letter S. Date: Late Medieval to Modern - c. 1400 - 1900 Dimensions: 16.05 mm x 3.76 mm Weight. 6.05 g
Created on: Thursday 10th October 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 1st August 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Worth Matravers', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-1DA0A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Early-Medieval lead-alloy weight with inserted copper-alloy decorative panel. The artefact takes the form of quadrant-shaped block with vertical outer sides and a flat base. A chip carved copper-alloy panel has been inserted into the upper surface of the weight, occupying most of the weight's upper surface, with which it sits flush. The decoration is skilfully executed, comprising an elaborate interlace pattern of ridges and 'V-shaped' grooves. The design is that of a stylised, winged, dragon-like animal, entwined with foliate spirals. The left-facing head of the beast is located…
Created on: Friday 7th December 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 18th December 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Weymouth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DOR-994948
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight, probably a steelyard weight. The weight is an elongated pyramid with a truncated apex. There is pierced hole running from the apex to the base where it emerges slightly off- centre. The base ia sub- angular and slightly dished around a collar encircling the hole. The dishing suggests this was cast in an open mould, point downwards. THe collar indicates that the lead was still fairly soft when the hole was made. The weight is equivalent to approximately 2.5 ounces. Date: Uncertain - Medieval to Post- Medieval - c. 1400 - 1800 Dimensions: 28.72 mm x 20.64 mm x 20.74 mm …
Created on: Wednesday 31st October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 19th November 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-2CA293
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A discoidal uniface lead pan weight dating to the c.12th - c.13th century. The weight is sub-circular with chamferred sides and is decorated with eight moulded lines radiating from a central roundel. The reverse is undecorated apart from a rim. Reference: Read. B, 2016, pg.122, no.839 A similar example can be seen on the database: SUR-68804C Date: Medieval. Dimensions: 43.02mm x 37.77mm x 11.76mm. Weight: 121.93g.
Created on: Monday 20th November 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 7th November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-4C18A0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probably lead weight or token. A large disc of lead with an incised design copying coinage of the Commonwealth. Side One: Shield of England Side Two: Conjoined shields of England and Ireland Date: Post Medieval c. 1649 - 1660 Diameter: c.31 mm Weight: c. 85 g
Created on: Thursday 25th June 2020
Last updated: Thursday 25th June 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-94D641
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A corroded cast lead weight, probably a pan weight of post-medieval date. The weight is circular in plan with some bevelling and abrasions from the smaller upper surface to the larger lower. It is decorated on its upper face with a cross in relief dividing the surface into quarters. Incised finely on the flat lower surface is a pair of keys in saltire (cross keys). This device is found on a number of artefacts recorded on this database, all of post-medieval date; the keys are of this style. Through the keys is a vertical incision, with traces of a transverse incision and possible bord…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 21st February 2012
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DEV-C5B8CF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An early Medieval lead-filled copper alloy pan weight, probably dating to c. AD 950-1150. The weight consists of a lead-filled copper alloy sheath; it is circular in plan, with either face decorated with an openwork saltire of two opposing arches. The arches are further elaborated with an incised line following the arc, with the two lines joined at the centre by two further incised transverse lines, creating a central sub-square field, possibly intended as a rudimentary union knot. The weight is sub-rectangular in cross-section with rounded edges, and the lateral face is plain. Dim…
Created on: Wednesday 16th May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 16th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-EB2B54
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead uniface weight of possible Medieval or Post Medieval date. It is circular and decorated with a central moulded equal armed cross. The arms reach almost to the edge of the weight. The upper face has a rounded edge. The reverse is flat and undecorated. Date: Medieval 1300-1500. Diameter: 49.24 mm Thickness: 11.12 mm Weight: 110.21 g
Created on: Friday 18th May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DOR-D1CD4E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A composite weight with lead, iron and gilded copper alloy components. A thin angular piece of lead with a fragment of a heavily gilded copper alloy Insular mount attached to it with a large dome-headed iron rivet. The lead is sub-angular in outline, rectangular in cross section and slightly hollowed at the rear (11.08 mm thickness). The re-used sheet metal mount is incomplete with an outcurved original edge at one side and the others cut square. At the side opposite the curved edge the two corners are incurved and retain gilding, indicating the they too are part of the original shapi…
Created on: Tuesday 29th May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-B808C6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The freestanding weight is of flattened-sub-conical form, with a circular-sectioned vertical aperture near its centre. The object has a grey patina with some pitting due to corrosion. Diameter 22.34 mm. Height 7.72 mm. Aperture diameter base 6.98 mm Top 6.30 mm. Weight 15 grams.
Created on: Sunday 19th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EE8827
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A corroded and worn lead-alloy steelyard weight, probably dating from the Roman period. The weight is sub-cuboidal and has two corroded iron projections at the top, which are probably the reamains of a loop.The object has a grey matt white patina with iron staining. Height 12.07 mm. Width 12.31 mm.Length 13.19 mm. Weight 11 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 21st January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A6ACC4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-sub-conical form, with a vertical aperture at the centre. This aperture is of sub-circular cross section and tapers from bottom to top. The object has a matt off-white patina. Height 10.21 mm. Diameter top 11.79 mm. Diameter at base 14.85 mm. Aperture top 6.51 mm Aperture base 7.10 mm. Weight 13 grams.
Created on: Saturday 18th January 2014
Last updated: Friday 22nd June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A88CA3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is of flattened- spherical form, with an indentation in each of the two flattened faces, which probably represent an unfinished perforation. The object has a matt off-white patina. Height 17.53 mm. Diameter 18.24 mm. Indentation to base 5.65 mm. top 3.59 mm.
Created on: Saturday 18th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A965D6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods. The weight is of truncated-sub-conical form, with a circular-sectioned vertical aperture near the centre. The object has a matt off-white patina.Height 12.84 mm. Diameter 24.34 mm. Aperture top 8.00 mm. base 8.73 mm. Weight 40 grams.
Created on: Saturday 18th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-C37225
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable post-Medieval date. The weight is of flattened-spherical form, with a circular-sectioned aperture extending centrally between the two flattened faces.The object has a grey patina. Height 19.92mm. Diameter 23.87 mm. Weight 61 grams. Aperture diameter 2.69 mm.
Created on: Sunday 19th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-C43C33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A crude lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods. The weight is of flattened-sub-conical form and has a vertical aperture near to the centre point. The weight has a matt white patina . Diameter 27.74 mm. Height 14.14 mm. Weight 49 grams. Aperture diameter at base 7.08 mm. Aperture diameter at top 3.12 mm.
Created on: Sunday 19th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D94F67
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The freestanding weight is of truncated-conical form, with a vertical aperture at its centre. This aperture is of irregular cross section and tapers from the bottom to the top. Height 9.65 mm. Diameter base 13.91 mm. Top 9.96 mm. Aperture width at base 5.97 mm. Aperture width at top 4.41 mm. Weight 8 grams.
Created on: Monday 20th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D9D9A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Acast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight is broadly cylindrical, with a centrally placed aperture. This sub-circular aperture is widest at the base, at 9.16 mm diameter, and tapers to 3.38mm at the top. The object has a silky grey-white patina. Height 16.09 mm. Diameter base 23.64 mm. Top 10.67 mm. Weight 35 grams.
Created on: Monday 20th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 21st June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EE1DA2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight, which appears to have been miscast, is freestanding, of truncated-sub-conical form and has a vertical aperture which is of oval cross section and tapers from the bottom to the top (4.45 mm to 2.52mm). The object has a matt off-white patina. Height 7.58 mm. Diameter at base 10.10 mm. Top 7.26 mm. Weight 3.327 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 21st January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-533D83
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is freestanding, of truncated-conical form and has a vertical aperture of sub-rectangular cross section.The object has a matt white patina. Height 7.88 mm. Diameter at base 11.15 mm. Diameter at top 7.14 mm. Weight 4.405 grams. Aperture width at base 5.01 mm. Aperture width at top 4.20 mm.
Created on: Sunday 26th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-56E3B6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight has been made by rolling a sheet of metal to form a cylinder, which has then be slightly squashed. The weight has a central aperture which is oval in cross section.The surfaces have a silky, off-white patina. Length 22.38 mm. Diameter 10.16 mm. Aperture 7.30 mm. x 3.15 mm. Weight 8.684 grams. It would seem feasable to use these type of weights for the weighing down of nets around the outer edge for the hunting of small game or fish. The weight would be rolled around the cord and would be less likely…
Created on: Sunday 26th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-573C72
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of a probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is freestanding, of truncated-conical form and has a vertical aperture of sub-oval cross section. There has been some crushing to one side, in antiquity. The object has a matt greyish/white patina. Height 9.24 mm. Diameter at base 10.36 mm. Diameter at top 8.41 mm. Aperture diameter at base 5.52 mm Aperture at top 5.53 mm. Weight 7.302 grams.
Created on: Sunday 26th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-582607
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A rolled cylindrical lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight has been constructed from sheet metal, with a single fold to create a simple oval aperture . The weight has been lightly crushed and has a matt greyish white patina.Length 21.65 mm. Width 16.39 mm. Thickness 9.61 mm. Weight 14 grams. It would seem plausable that this type of weight was used for the weighting of nets for small game or fish.
Created on: Sunday 26th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-9056E3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight has been constructed from a sheet of metal which has been rolled lengthways, creating a cylinder which has then been flattened.The surface has a matt greyish /white patina. Length 33.90 mm. Diameter 15.56 mm. Aperture 7.02 mm x 4.55 mm. Weight 28 grams. It would seem feasable to use these type of weights for the weighing down of nets around the outer edge for the trapping of small game or fish. The weight would be rolled around the cord and would be less likely to create tangling of the net.
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-95DE84
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy weight of probable post-Medieval to modern date. The weight has been made from a strip of sheet metal which has twice been folded widthways, creating a roughly rectangular object.The surfaces have a matt greyish/white patina. Length 17.46 mm. Width 22.02 mm. Thickness 9.73 mm. Weight 22 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-9650E1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A solid-cast lead-alloy weight of probable post-Medieval to modern date. The weight is cylindrical and, on one side, has two low-profile rectangular projections, measuring 8.63 mm x 10.89 mm and 6.26 mm x 5.65 mm respectively. Opposite, there is a single low-profile projection of 9.71 mm x 8.75 mm. The weight has not been cut at either end and is as cast. It is unclear what the projections are for. The object has a grey patina. Height 22.06mm. Diameter 17.28 mm. Weight 56 grams ( 20 ozs).
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-976F01
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A rolled cylidrical lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The object has been constructed with sheet lead, with the aperture within the first roll. The weight was possibly designed to trap a cord from a net for small game. The object has a chalky matt white patina. Length 37.82 mm. Width 13.94 mm. Thickness 10.14 mm. Weight 25 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-BB6B07
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is of plano-convex form, with a vertical, circular-sectioned aperture at the centre. This aperture tapers from bottom to top (6.59 mm to 5.28 mm in diameter). The weight has a smooth silky white patina. Height 7.86 mm. Diameter 15.78 mm. Weight 11 grams.
Created on: Friday 31st January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-BC92B3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A solid cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight has been roughly cast and is broadly cylindrical, with a offset loop at the apex.. The weight has a greyish matt white patina. Height 31.42 mm. Diameter 14.73 mm. Weight 43 grams. The form of this piece suggests it may have been a fishing weight, probably for attachment to a net.
Created on: Friday 31st January 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-C10072
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy steelyard weight, missing its loop and possibly dating from the Roman period. The top end of the sub-ovoid weight has a rectangular-sectioned hole; projecting horizontally from three of the four sides of this hole is another hole. There is no evidence of iron staining or copper-alloy, either internally or externally. The vertical hole has some distortion at the edge, probably as a result of post-depositional damage; it measures approximately 6.52 mm by 10.91 mm and penetrates 24.21 mm into the body. The weight has a greyish white patina which has a silky sheen. He…
Created on: Friday 31st January 2014
Last updated: Friday 15th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-CE58C4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to post-Medieval date. The weight issub-circular in plan, of flat section, with a tapering central aperture of hexagonal cross section. The object has a dull, pitted grey appearance with patches of a matt white patina trapped in the recesses. Height 13.43 mm. Diameter 32.70 mm. Weight 77 grams.
Created on: Saturday 1st February 2014
Last updated: Friday 15th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D031E3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A roughly cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to a early post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-sub-conical form and has an off-centre aperture which is tapered and faceted. The object has a thick matt-white patina.Height 17.78 mm. Diameter base 20.71 mm. Top 15.44 mm. Aperture at base 8.26 mm. Top 4.85 mm. Weight 47 grams.
Created on: Saturday 1st February 2014
Last updated: Friday 15th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D118F1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-conical form and has a sub-circular-sectioned aperture which tapers towards the top and is roughly centrally placed. The surface has a greyish-white patina . Height 14.81 mm. Diameter at the base 23.02 mm. Top 15.44 mm. Aperture at the base 10.45 mm. Top 8.94 mm. Weight 36 grams.
Created on: Saturday 1st February 2014
Last updated: Friday 15th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D204C1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is circular in plan, has convex surfaces and a central vertical aperture which tapers from one end to the other (11.25mm to 8.22 mm). It has a worn greyish patina with flecks of white. Height 13.46 mm. Diameter 25.40 mm. Weight 43 grams. The form of this weight suggests that it may be a spindle whorl.
Created on: Saturday 1st February 2014
Last updated: Friday 15th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-00FA68
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is broadly cylindrical, flaring slightly at the top and bottom ends, which are also flattened. The aperture is roughly central and of sub-rectangular cross section.The object has a silky, off-white patina. Height 28.02 mm. Diameter 13.52 mm. Aperture at base 4.85 mm. Top 3.67 mm.Weight 38 grams.
Created on: Monday 3rd February 2014
Last updated: Friday 8th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-14FAF2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The weight is of truncated-sub-conical form and has a vertical perforation at its centre. This perforation is of sub-oval cross secttion and tapers from 5.49mm wide at the bottom, to 2.69mm at the top. Diameter of base:16.41 mm. Diameter at top:10.79 mm. Height: 11.49mm. Weight:15 grams. The weight has a yellowish/white shiny patina.
Created on: Tuesday 4th February 2014
Last updated: Friday 18th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-15A562
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval to early post-Medieval periods. The bell-shaped weight appears to be mis-cast, with a sprue still attached to the top. The base has a small depression at the point where the aperture would usually be and this is in line with the sprue. The weight has a matt off-white patina. Height:14.42 mm Diameter:13.32 mm. Weight: 11 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 4th February 2014
Last updated: Friday 18th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-1637B4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The freestanding weight is of truncated-sub-conical form and has an irregular vertical perforation at its centre.The object has a silky greyish white patina. Height:16.04 mm. Diameter of base: 20.96 mm. Diameter at top: 7.71 mm. Aperture base :5.16 mm wide. Aperture at top 3.22 mm wide. Weight: 33 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 4th February 2014
Last updated: Friday 18th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-946F84
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post -Medieval date. The freestanding weight is sub-conical, having a rounded apex. A vertical aperture extends through the centre of the weight. The weight has a thin matt white patina with patches of impacted soil. Diameter at base 20.25 mm. Top 13.88 mm. Height 20.15 mm. Aperture top 4.29 mm. Base 4.87 mm. Weight 45 grams.
Created on: Monday 10th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 17th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-5E95C0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight of probable medieval to early post-Medieval date. The freestanding weight is of truncated-conical form and has a vertical aperture at its centre. This aperture is of sub-hexagonal cross section and of even size throughout. The object has a matt off-white patina. Height 11.75 mm. Diameter base 14.12 mm. Top 10.64 mm. Aperture diameter 5.16 mm. Weight 12 grams.
Created on: Saturday 8th February 2014
Last updated: Friday 18th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.