Record ID: LVPL-219C64
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1800). A circular lead weight. The weight is undecorated other than a score line across the inner face  it has not been perforated There is an incised ring on the front of the weight, it also has a wide rim. The weight is rounded.other than a flat section possibly when dropped. The weight appears to be complete. The lead is a dark whitish-grey colour. Dimensions: Diameter 27.1mm Thickness 6.mm Weight 25.68g A similar object is recorded under: SUSS-7ED6E1 A typology of lead weights has not yet …
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-3322F9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead trade weight of medieval to post-medieval date, about AD 1380 - 1600. The weight is sub-triangular; shield-shaped with rounded edges and corners, having a flat top and sides tapering to a point. The edge is a border round a raised surface which is decorated with a raised moulded design of a crowned fleur de lis. There is a pierced hole at the centre of the top of the shield and two notches, one on either side of the bottom of the shield. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The metal has a mid-grey brown patina and is worn with some scratches on the reverse. T…
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-AAE520
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl probably dating from the Iron Age or Roman period, about 100 BC - AD 410. The object is circular and flat with slightly curved sides. It has a cream pale patina. The central hole is 5.7mm in diameter. It is of Walton Rogers form B2. Dimensions: The whorl is  32.2mm in diameter, 6.5mm thick and weighs 49.5g.  Walton Rogers suggests that Form B2 whorls were used from from Iron Age to Medieval periods, but the size of the central hole makes an Iron Age or Roman date more likely.  For similar objects in PAS see, S…
Created on: Monday 2nd October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st November 2023
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Record ID: LANCUM-CF0155
Object type: TOY
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy car of the early 20th century. The car modelled is a long bonneted low enclosed cabin sports car with long sweeping front wings. This type of car was popular in the 1930's and 1940's, seen in for example, the Hispano Suiza H6, or the Bugatti Atlantic, both of which were manufactured from 1938 onwards. The model is covered in a heavy white patina, and may have been lost soon after production, and may also have a very high lead content. Dimensions: 63mm long and 19mm wide
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clayton le Moors', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-A1589A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval to post-medieval lead spindle whorl dating to about AD 1450 - 1550. It is of Walton Rogers form C2, and is bi-conical with a thick median band. It is overall dark grey in colour and both sides are heavily decorated. The decoration consists of a five pointed blunt ended star outlined in short verticals which radiate from the centre to near the edge, where they are squared off; there are three or four horizontal lines decoration the void of these sections. The gaps between the blunt ended star ends are filled with chevrons which echo the triangular gap.&nbs…
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Friday 25th August 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-51853B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead spindle whorl of Medieval date (c.AD 1066-1500). The whorl is discoidal or sub-cylindrical with moulded decoration of five rounded knops on the upper surface. The central hole is circular and has a diameter of 8.3mm. The sides of the whorl are straight. The underside is undecorated and flat. The object has a cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 28.2mm, Thickness 10.8mm, Weight 44.70g. Lead spindle whorls are particularly hard to date as they are used continually from the Roman through to the Post Medieval era (Margeson, 1993, "Norwich Households: Medieva…
Created on: Monday 17th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-EB5E5B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead uniface token of post-Medieval date, circa AD 1550-1850. The token is semi-circular in plan, having been broken. The obverse has three hollow pointed oval shaped petals radiating from the centre; however, it is likely there would have been six prior to the break. Representing Powell Type 1 (symbolic petalled flower). The reverse is flat and undecorated. The token has a cream patina. Dimensions: diameter 17.0mm, thickness 1.2mm, weight 1.59g. Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as use as tallies, gaming pieces, t…
Created on: Wednesday 12th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-EB2A7B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead uniface token of post-Medieval date, circa AD 1550-1850. The token is sub-circular in plan and slightly distorted. The obverse has three hollow pointed oval shaped petals radiating from the centre. Representing Powell Type 1 (symbolic petalled flower). The reverse is flat and undecorated. The token has a grey patina. Dimensions: diameter 17.9mm, thickness 1.9mm, weight 3.01g. Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as use as tallies, gaming pieces, tickets, weights, etc. and are believed to have been locally produced; …
Created on: Wednesday 12th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-57F7C8
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead token of medieval to post-medieval date (AD c.1300-c.1700). The obverse is decorated with raised cross-hatched lines (Powell Type 7). The reverse is undecorated. The object has a cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 17.0mm, Thickness 1.9mm, Weight 3.69g
Created on: Wednesday 5th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-2CBAC5
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead uniface token dating to the medieval to post-medieval period (c.1350-1850). The obverse has a cross pattern, with each arm made of three raised ridges. At the centre of the cross is a pellet. Each quadrant has two V-shaped ridges. The reverse is undecorated, and the object has developed a grey patina. Lead tokens had a wide variety of uses and were made locally, they are therefore hard to date precisely. Those with cross pellet designs have previously been dated to the Medieval period as they are thought to imitate Medieval pennies. However according to Kerridge an…
Created on: Monday 3rd July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: LANCUM-C71B6E
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Thirty five complete lead musket balls or shot dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1700), found in close proximity to each other. Twenty five were found in one area, with a further ten 10m away in an adjacent field. They look freshly cast with indentations were the sprue may have been removed as opposed to a 'proud' sprue mark. Most of spherical and complete, but two are distorted, and this is probably as a result of miscasting, versus use. All the musket balls are a mid to light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are also two p…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brookfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-45BC52
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 A complete lead alloy 'horn book' dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1700). The object is flat and rectangular in shape with rounded corners and somewhat irregular edges. The face of it displays a roughly accurate representation of the English alphabet over a series of five lines: 'ABCDE / FGHIK / LMNOP / QRSTV / WXYZ', beneath the alphabet is an etched grid design. There is little wear on the face of the object and all the letters are clearly seen, the four 'pips' on the corners are also not worn.  The reverse of the plaque …
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Saturday 10th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rattan Row', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-1FB73E
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy token dating to the post medieval period (1500-1700). The token is flat and circular with decoration on one face. The decorated face presents a four-legged animal with a snout and long ear, possibly a horse or a donkey. The other face is undecorated. The object has a dark cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 15.8mm; thickness 2.1mm; weight 3.78g Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as tallies, gaming pieces, tickets, weights, etc. and are believed to have been locally produced; they are therefore difficult to date precisely. Those carry…
Created on: Thursday 8th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 11th January 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-FD1527
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead possible token probably dating from the Medieval or Post Medieval periods, about AD 1200 - 1800. It may fit into Powell type 16/28. The object is a thin disc of lead. One side is impressed with a border circle made from a zigzag line which was probably rouletted, so-called wigglework or rocker arm decoration. On the other face, there are two crossed similar rouletted lines dividing the face of the token into quarters. There is also a possible outline of a shield, with a line across the base dividing off one third.  Dimensions; Diameter 32.4mm, Thickness 1.9…
Created on: Monday 31st October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd November 2022
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Record ID: LANCUM-030E7A
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and stamped lead bag seal of Modern date, c.1894-1921 of the Leeds Phosphate Works. A pair of cast linked discs clamped together with an aperture either side of their thickest part for a connecting tie. Both faces of the bag seal has stamped writing. One face has: 'The Leeds Phosphate Works Ltd' and the other 'Basic Slag'. The writing is difficult to distinguish because of wear and any images there may have been are unclear. The object has an off-white to pale brown patina. Obverse: [...]H[...] / LEED[S] / PHOSPHATE / [W]ORKS / [L]TD. Reverse: [...]SIC / [...…
Created on: Friday 18th February 2022
Last updated: Monday 21st February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Quernmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-030B95
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and stamped flour mill lead bag seal, of Modern date, c.AD 1880-1950. Cast disc with a slot in one side and a bifurcated slot in the opposite edge to serve as a drawstring bag closure. One side bears a stamped legend, and the other a stamped numeral '0'. The legend reads: GIZEL[...] / GÖZMAL[...] / BU[...] Founded in Budapest in 1880, Gizella Steam Mills produced flour and operated through until 1963. It measures 20.35mm in diameter, 4.30mm in thickness, and weighs 6.10g.
Created on: Friday 18th February 2022
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Scotforth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-030B0E
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and stamped flour mill lead bag seal, of Modern date, c.AD 1880-1950. Cast disc with a slot in one side and a bifurcated slot in the opposite edge to serve as a drawstring bag closure. One side bears a stamped legend, and the other a stamped numeral '0'. The legend reads: GIZELLA / [G]ÖZMALO[M] / BU[...] Founded in Budapest in 1880, Gizella Steam Mills produced flour and operated through until 1963. It measures 19.66mm in diameter, 4.45mm in thickness, and weighs 7.53g.
Created on: Friday 18th February 2022
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Scotforth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0309E3
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and stamped flour mill lead bag seal, of Modern date, c.AD 1880-1950. Cast disc with a slot in one side and a bifurcated slot in the opposite edge to serve as a drawstring bag closure. One side bears a stamped legend, and the other a stamped numeral '0'. The legend reads: GIZE[...] / GÖZMALOM / BUDA[...] Founded in Budapest in 1880, Gizella Steam Mills produced flour and operated through until 1963. It measures 20.18mm in diameter, 3.86mm in thickness, and weighs 6.00g
Created on: Friday 18th February 2022
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Scotforth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-11B925
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl of Walton Rogers form B1 probably dating from the Early Medieval to Medieval period, about AD 700 - AD 1200. It is flat and discoid in shape with vertical sides and a central, circular perforation of internal diameter 6.4mm. The piece has an overall cream patina. Dimensions; diameter 30.6mm, thickness 6.6mm and weight 31.2g. The internal diameter of the central penetration is 6.4mm. This type of whorl is illustrated in Walton Rogers, 2007 Cloth and Clothing in early Anglo-Saxon England, page 25, figure 2.18. This form is known to date from the Iron Age…
Created on: Monday 7th February 2022
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2022
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Record ID: LANCUM-F9B3DA
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead spindle whorl or weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is flat in section and sub-circular in plan. The object has central circular perforation which is 11.63mm in diameter. One face of the object is undecorated while the other has an extensive moulded pattern. The pattern is linear and is composed of multiple lines and dots within the segments. The metal is cream in colour. It measures 31.81mm in diameter, 5.48mm in thickness, with an inner performation 11.63mm in diameter, and weighs 32.03g.
Created on: Saturday 1st January 2022
Last updated: Saturday 1st January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Whittington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-85D96E
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead-alloy two-disc alnage/subsidy cloth or bag seal, of probable medieval to post-medieval date. A two part seal joined by a folded integral tab. On one face is a moulded sun face with wavy rays framing it, any legend which once was present is no longer visible or legible. There appears to be no surviving design in relief on the reverse disc. Compare: NMS-BF8557 It measures XXmm in diameter, XXmm in thickness, and weighs 7.2g.
Created on: Wednesday 21st July 2021
Last updated: Monday 26th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Burnley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-DAC799
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl probably dating from the Early Medieval to Medieval period, about AD 850 - 1100. The whorl is circular and has two flat faces of different sizes with curved sides, a shape which is classified as Walton Rogers form A2, thought to be in use in AD 600 - 1100. It has a circular central aperture of 9.5mm diameter. This size of spindle hole can suggest a Late Saxon date onwards. There is a depression which runs between the outer edge and the central aperture on one face. The whorl is uneven, being higher on one side than the other. It is undecorated and has a brown…
Created on: Thursday 2nd July 2020
Last updated: Sunday 30th August 2020
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Record ID: SWYOR-778076
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy pyramidal standing weight of unknown date, about AD 43 - 1800. The weight has a rounded square base, and flat triangular sides, tapering to a blunt point at the apex. There is a rectangular hole through the top of the weight. The base is concave, caused by the lead shrinking as it cooled after casting. There are no obvious marks or decoration, but there are some grains of quartz embedded in the lead. Height 60.5mm, width 36.4mm, thickness 33mm. Weight 292g. This mass does not fit easily into any known system of measurement. It may have been a weight for a specific pu…
Created on: Monday 16th December 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 21st January 2020
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Record ID: LANCUM-BE0E51
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight, probably late medieval to post-medieval in date (c. AD 1400 - 1800). The weight is cylindrical. Both faces are inset. One face has a pattern of recessed ovals around the edge of the inset section. The other face has a recessed oval on one edge of the inset section and a central recessed circle, from which a groove extends to the edge of the inset section on the opposite side to the oval. The object has a white patina. It is 46.26mm in diameter, 14.54mm in thickness and weighs 216g.
Created on: Tuesday 20th August 2019
Last updated: Thursday 22nd August 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-BDDDA5
Object type: GAMING PIECE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight or gaming piece of uncertain date (c. AD 43 - 1500). The object is discoid and incised with a cross across the entire face on both sides. The object has a white patina. It is 24.49mm in diameter, 4.71mm in thickness and weighs 20.26g.
Created on: Tuesday 20th August 2019
Last updated: Thursday 22nd August 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-401C32
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead ampulla of late medieval date c. AD 1300 - 1500. The object takes the form of a vessel with a circular base and a wide elongated neck. The centre of the object has been compressed and a section of the neck is missing on one side. Both handles are missing. The broken edges are abraded. No design can be made out on either side. The object is dark grey with a white patina. It is 44.24mm in length, 29.61mm in width and 8.40mm in thickness. It weighs 34.46g. There are numerous ampullae recorded on the database, attesting to their widespread use in the later medieval period. Unfortu…
Created on: Wednesday 14th August 2019
Last updated: Thursday 22nd August 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-A0F7D8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead and iron weight of late medieval or post-medieval date (c. AD 1400 - 1600). The weight was probably formed from pouring molten lead into a thimble; consequently, it is cylindrical in form, with a rounded, hachured end. Two iron stubs protrude from the top: these are the remains of a suspension loop. The object has a white patina with red patches from iron corrosion. The object is 18.61mm in length and 14.88mm in diameter. It weighs 30.32g. See YORYM-413052 for a similar example recorded on the database.
Created on: Wednesday 19th June 2019
Last updated: Thursday 4th July 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-53666E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. AD 1200 - 1500). The object is circular in plan and triangular in section, with a central circular aperture. Both faces are decorated with a raised design: a line runs around the inner edge and further lines transect the face, with irregularly-sized circles and loops interspersed between them. The object has white patina. It is 33.99mm in diameter and 12.95mm in thickness. The diameter of the central aperture is 9.64mm. The object weighs 60.18g. Biconical spindle whorls with raised decoration such as this are well-represented from m…
Created on: Monday 3rd June 2019
Last updated: Saturday 8th June 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-521023
Object type: GAMING PIECE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead disc, probably a weight or gaming piece of uncertain date within the period c. AD 43 - 1650. The object has a pitted and marked surface with a thick white patina. There are no intentional marks or decoration on either face. The object is 26.44mm in diameter, 5.10mm in thickness and weighs 24.28g.
Created on: Monday 3rd June 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-51DBD8
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead conical spindle whorl, probably dating to the early medieval period (c. AD 700 - 1000). The spindle whorl is crudely shaped and unsymmetrical; it is broadly circular in plan and triangular in section, with a circular, central perforation. The spindle whorl has a white patina. It is 16.75mm in diameter, 12.50mm in thickness and weighs 15.90g. The diameter of the central perforation is 8.94mm. The form of this object is similar to examples that have been recorded as early medieval in date. These include: SWYOR-6E4DAA, NLM-5EA8A8 and NLM-09370E.
Created on: Monday 3rd June 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-518EF0
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of uncertain, possibly medieval date (c. AD 1200 - 1500). The spindle whorl is circular in plan and triangular in section, with a circular, central perforation. The perforation is noticeably wider on one side than the other. There appears to have been an unsuccessful attempt made to further perforate the object through the side. The surface of the spindle whorl is worn and pitted with a white patina. The spindle whorl is 28.10mm in diameter, 11.88mm in thickness and weighs 43.71g. The maximum diameter of the central perforation is 7.61mm. The attempt to…
Created on: Monday 3rd June 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-515E04
Object type: TRIAL PIECE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Decorative lead object of late medieval or post-medieval date (c. AD 1400 - 1750), probably a trial piece for a cast copper-alloy object of more complex design. The object takes the form of three sexfoil flowers arranged in a line and connected. The base protrudes on one side, giving the object a broadly triangular section. The object is dark grey in colour with a white patina. It is 39.01mm in length, 12.23mm in width and 10.46mm in thickness. It weighs 24.15g.
Created on: Monday 3rd June 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-ADB8A4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead uniface token of late medieval to early post-medieval date (c. AD 1400 - 1600). The token is discoid in form and uneven in thickness. It has a design on one face consisting of irregularly-dispersed and connected raised lines. The token is dark grey in colour. It is 17.43mm in diameter, 3.95mm in thickness and weighs 4.61g.
Created on: Thursday 2nd May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 7th May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-AD8B1E
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Worn lead bag seal of post-medieval date (c. AD 1500 - 1800). The object takes the form of a circular disc which has a rectangular tab extending from the top. Both faces are worn and fragmentary. The object has a light brown patina. It is 17.71mm in length, 12.98mm width and 2.47mm in thickness. It weighs 2.04g.
Created on: Thursday 2nd May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 7th May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-AC4CDC
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal of late medieval to post-medieval date (c. AD 1500 - 1600). The object takes the form of a circular disc which has a rectangular tab extending from the top, the end of which is missing, with a further tab on the back face. The front face has a design in relief of a square shield bordered by an inscription in capitals. A wide ridge runs down the middle of the shield. Unfortunately, the surface of the object is too worn to be able to make out what the inscription says. The back face has a hachured design formed as a result of being pressed against textile. The object has a…
Created on: Thursday 2nd May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 7th May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-84D53A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-medieval lead trade weight, dating to c. AD 1500 - 1800. The weight is discoid in form. It is dark grey in colour. The weight is 30.91mm in diameter, 5.71mm in thickness and weighs 39.81g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th April 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-84BB00
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Broken lead bag seal of post-medieval date (c. AD 1500 - 1800). The object is formed from two circular discs that were pressed together but have now seperated, although a central strip from one remains still attached to the other. One face displays a Tudor rose in relief, with the letter H beside it. The other side is blank. The object has a light brown patina. It is 23.80mm in diameter and 3.40mm in thickness. It weighs 8.04g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th April 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-849D09
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal of post-medieval date (c. AD 1500 - 1800). The object is formed from two circular discs that have been pressed together, with a rectangular strip extending from the top. Both sides have a hachured design, probably inadvertently as a result of being pressed against textile. The object has a light brown patina. It is 30.87mm in length, 22.01mm width and 3.06mm in thickness. It weighs 9.50g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th April 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-6D7E15
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl of uncertain date within the period c. AD 43 - 1800. The spindle whorl is broadly oval in shape, with a flat bottom face and a convex upper face of uneven thickness. It has a central, circular perforation. The object has a white patina. It is 41.46mm in diameter, 12.39mm in thickness and weighs 73.68g. The diameter of the central perforation is 11.28mm. Lead spindle whorls can be difficult to date without archaeological context as a similar form was used from the Roman period to the modern day. This is especially the case for crudely-formed examples such as this one.
Created on: Monday 29th April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 30th April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-6D5BE6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bi-conical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. AD 1250 - 1550). The object is circular in form and triangular in section, with a central circular perforation. The surface of the object is very worn and carries a white patina. Still visible, however, is a raised decorative pattern on both faces of a line that zig-zags between the inner and outer edges. The outer edge of the object is chipped. The spindle whorl is 32.18mm in diameter, 7.35mm in thickness and weighs 25.97g. The diameter of the central perforation is 8.99mm. Lead spindle whorls are often difficult to date without a…
Created on: Monday 29th April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 30th April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-20D35F
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead handle from a toy petronel of post-medieval date (c. AD 1600 - 1700). The object has a hollow cylinder which would have attached to the barrel of the toy gun; this flattens and widens as it curves down to form a handle. Deep grooves curve in line with overall shape on either side of the handle. The object has a worn surface with a light brown patina. It is 65.66mm in length, 23.0mm in thickness and weighs 39.62g. A number of similar examples are recorded on the database, including: LANCUM-75DE43, SWYOR-4634F5 and YORYM-F6184A.
Created on: Monday 1st April 2019
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-205670
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead uniface token of medieval to post-medieval date (c. AD 1200 - 1600). The token has a raised design on one side of a flower with four petals, with dots between the petals. The other side is flat and undecorated. The object is dark grey in colour with a light brown patina. It is 19.05mm in diameter, 2.94mm in thickness and weighs 3.32g.
Created on: Monday 1st April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-1FB7EE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl of uncertain date, possibly Roman or early-medieval (c. AD 43 - 1000). The spindle whorl is circular in plan, with a central, circular perforation. The bottom face of the object is flat, while the upper face is domed on one side and angled on the other side. The object has a pitted surface with a white patina. It is 27.24mm in diameter and 6.82mm in thickness. The diameter of the perforation is 9.61mm. It weighs 18.76g. Lead spindle whorls are difficult to date without archaeological context as a similar form was used from the Roman period into the modern day. Si…
Created on: Monday 1st April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-1F9B5B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead cylindrical spindle whorl of uncertain date, possibly Roman or early-medieval (c. AD 43 - 1000). The spindle whorl is crudely shaped: it roughly hexagonal in plan and rectangular in section, with a central, circular perforation. The object has a white patina. It is 22.35mm in diameter and 9.70mm in thickness. The diameter of the perforation is 9.05mm. It weighs 25.06g. Lead spindle whorls are difficult to date without archaeological context as a similar form was used from the Roman period into the modern day. Cylindrical spindle whorls are associated with Roman and early medie…
Created on: Monday 1st April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-3235F1
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Head fragment from a lead figurine of post-medieval date (c. 1650 - 1800 AD). The object is hollow and in the form of a female with loose long hair and one arm raised. The arm is broken and not hollow. There is a triangular protrusion at the crown of the figure's head. The object is dark grey in colour with patches of a white patina. The object is 45.78mm in length, 27.34mm in width and 20.78mm in thickness. It weighs 27.64g. There are numerous similar examples of post-medieval figurines recorded on the database, reflecting a resurgence of Classical imagery in this period.
Created on: Tuesday 12th February 2019
Last updated: Thursday 14th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D94B55
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead musket ball of post-medieval date (c. 1600 - 1800 AD). The musket ball is broadly spherical in from with some flattened areas. The object has a white patina. It is 12.16mm in diameter and weighs 8.79g.
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Monday 13th May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D93F31
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead musket ball of post-medieval date (c. 1600 - 1800 AD). The musket ball is broadly globular in form, although there are two circular flat areas that give it a triangular section when viewed from the side. The object has a white patina. It is 14.56mm in diameter and weighs 13.87g.
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Monday 13th May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D91194
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead shot for a firearm of post-medieval date (c. 1600 - 1800 AD). The object is globular in form with a casting seam around the diameter and a prominent casting spur. The object is dark grey in colour with a slight white patina. It is 12.61mm in diameter, 13.78mm in length and weighs 11.42g.
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D8B636
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biface token of late medieval to post-medieval date (c. 1400 - 1700 AD). The token comprises a circular disc, dark grey in colour with a slight white patina. One side has the design in relief of a five-petalled flower (Powel type 1), while the other side has a grid pattern (see Fletcher, p. 65). The object is 21.13mm in diameter, 3.08mm in thickness and weighs 6.19g. Fletcher, E (2005) Leaden Tokens and Tallies. Witham, Essex: Greenlight Publishing
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D870CC
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead token of medieval to modern date (c. 1300 - 1800 AD). The object comprises a circular disc. The surface of the object is worn and marked and there is no suggestion of any design remaining, if there ever was one. A small chipped patch on the edge shows the object to be dark grey in colour with a white patina. It is 27.44mm in diameter, 2.40mm in thickness and weighs 11.39g.
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D801B7
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal of post-medieval date (c. 1600 - 1800 AD). The object is formed from two circular discs pressed together with two rectangular apertures left for textile ligatures. There is a raised design on one face of a long or Latin cross with three pellets in each of the upper corners on a square shield, within a beaded border. The other face has the inscription: 12K. A section of the object has broken off and it is unclear whether the inscription would have continued. The broken edge is heavily patinated with a white patina that extends across the object. It is 20.55mm in length, 1…
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-D78FB9
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead uniface token of medieval to early post-medieval date (c. 1250 - 1600 AD). The token takes the form of a circular disc with a design in relief on one face of a cross pattee with a single pellet in each corner. The object is 23.34mm in diameter, 3.81mm in thickness and weighs 11.97g. Tokens of this design were produced across the medieval period and into the post-medieval period, taking their inspiration from a common coin reverse. Without archaeological context, therefore, it would not be possible to date this example any more precisely. See: Fletcher (2005) Leaden Tokens and …
Created on: Friday 8th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-DD5E25
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl or possibly gaming piece of early medieval to post-medieval date (c. 800 - 1650 AD). The object is cylindrical in form with a central circular perforation. The top face is embellished by rectangular indents, giving the impression of crenellation. The object has a light-brown patina. It is 25.54mm in diameter and 10.85mm in thickness. The diameter of the central perforation is 9.84mm. It weighs 37.40g. Lead spindle whorls are difficult to date without archaeological context. Cylindrical examples with decoration only on one side have been dated to the early medieva…
Created on: Tuesday 15th January 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 26th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-DCEA7B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. 1200 - 1500 AD). The object is circular in plan and triangular in section, with a central circular aperture. Both faces are decorated with raised lines that extend around the inner and outer edges and across the face. Between the lines sit clusters of three raised dots. The object has a light-brown patina. It is 27.60mm in diameter and 11.08mm in thickness. The diameter of the central aperture is 9.74mm. The object weighs 40.49g. Lead spindle whorls can be difficult to date without archaeological context. Biconical examples with rai…
Created on: Tuesday 15th January 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 26th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-CA0F6C
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead circular biface token of medieval or post-medieval date (c. 1200 - 1650 AD). The token has a raised linear design of a central triangle with three lines extending from each of the sides to the outer edge on one side. The design on the other side is also linear, with a curved cross-hash element, but if there is a coherent motif it cannot be made out. The object is dark grey in colour with a light brown patina. It is 21.52mm in diameter, 3.88mm in thickness and weighs 10.83g.
Created on: Monday 14th January 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 26th February 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-65589B
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead object of uncertain function and date, possibly a gaming piece. Suggested date-range: c. 900 - 1800 AD. The object is circular with a central circular perforation and prominent crenallations that rise up from the outer edge. The object has a matt, light-brown patina. It is 21.27mm in diameter, 12.13mm in height and 3.46mm in thickness. It weighs 14.30g. Similar examples have been recorded on the database but the precise function of these objects is unknown: YORYM-0DD735, YORYM-231508 and YORYM-2306D4. The crenallation and perforation of this object bears reminiscence with gami…
Created on: Tuesday 4th December 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 4th December 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-2D2F29
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. 1200 - 1500 AD). The object is circular in plan, with a central circular perforation and angled faces resulting in a triangular section. The object has moulded decoration on both faces: on one side this consists of a ridge around the central perforation and a line of circles around the middle of the face; the other side is more worn but linear ridges can be seen extending across the face. The object has a light brown patina. It is 29.71mm in diameter, 11.84mm in thickness and weighs 40.97g. The diameter of the central perforation is 10…
Created on: Wednesday 7th November 2018
Last updated: Thursday 22nd November 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-087599
Object type: PLUMB BOB
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete lead plumb bob or fishing weight of medieval date (c. 1100 - 1500 AD). The object is oblong in form, with facetted faces creating a lozenge-shaped section. There is a forked spur at the top of the object which is all that remains of the original suspension loop; the broken ends are worn. The surface of the object is embellished with a raised design: on one face, transverse lines extend from a wide central ridge to the outer edge; on the other face, one side of the wide central ridge has a zig-zag pattern running down the face, while the other side is divided by a further lo…
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 26th October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-064C3A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. 1200 - 1500 AD). The object is circular in plan with a central circular perforation. Both faces are angled and the outer edge is flattened, resulting in a trapezoidal section. The surface of the object is very worn but a design of equally-spaced transverse raised lines can be made out across both faces. The object has a light brown patina. It is 28.99mm in diameter, 10.21mm in thickness and weighs 31.36g. The diameter of the central perforation is 11.01mm. Lead spindle whorls are difficult to date precisely without archaeological c…
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 26th October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-5E545F
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead cylindrical spindle whorl of uncertain date (c. 43 - 1800 AD). The object is circular in plan with a central, circular perforation, slightly larger in diameter on one side than the other. The object is D-shaped in section. Damage has been sustained by the object, leaving a rough, irregular area to one side. Otherwise, the object has a smooth, white patina. It is 22.45mm in diameter, 12.14mm in thickness and weighs 35.71g. The diameter of the central perforation is 9.38mm at one end and 7.56mm at the other end. Lead spindle whorls are difficult to date without archaeological co…
Created on: Thursday 4th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 12th October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-5E1B38
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of late medieval or post-medieval date (c. 1300 - 1600 AD). The spindle whorl is circular in plan and triangular in section and has a circular, central perforation. There is a further circular perforation through one side of the object; this perforation is oval and irregular at the top and circular and narrow at the bottom, demonstrating that it was pierced from the outer edge. Both faces of the spindle whorl are decorated with a raised pattern: on one face this consists of transverse lines, interspersed with lozenge-shaped dots; while the other face has t…
Created on: Thursday 4th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 12th October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-5D8D68
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of probable medieval date (c. 1200 - 1500 AD). The object is circular in plan. A central, circular perforation and angled faces result in a triangular section. While the surface of the object is very worn, a raised zig-zag design can be seen on both faces. The object has a light-brown patina. It is 29.29mm in diameter, 9.54mm in thickness and weighs 26.49g. The diameter of the central perforation is 10.00mm. While lead objects can be difficult to date precisely without archaeological context, the form and decoration of this spindle whorl places it most …
Created on: Thursday 4th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 12th October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-F4AADF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead circular weight of probable post-medieval date (c. 1500 - 1750 AD). The object is circular in plan, with sloping sides. It is of irregular thickness, with one side obviously thicker than the other. Both upper and lower faces are slightly sunken in the middle. The surface of the object is worn and notched. It has a smooth, light-brown patina. The object is 33.48mm in diameter, 14.84mm at maximum thickness and weighs 109.81g. Lead weights are difficult to date without archaeological context; however, weights of this form are typically assigned to the post-medieval period. Simila…
Created on: Saturday 29th September 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-12A90C
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead male figurine with an exaggerated phallus, of probable post-medieval date (c. 1600 - 1800 AD). The object is flat at the back and moulded at the front in the crude form of a man with no arms but with legs and feet, as well as a large phallus and testes. The figure wears a hat which is similar in style to a bowler hat, below which facial features are crudely incised. The object has a cream-coloured patina. It is 64.67mm in length, 13.16mm at maximum width and 18.56mm at maximum thickness. It weighs 43.22g. Similar figurines are known from both Roman and post-medieval contexts. …
Created on: Thursday 6th September 2018
Last updated: Thursday 27th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Lancaster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-5F0354
Object type: GAMING PIECE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead gaming piece or weight of uncertain date within the period c. 43 - 1500 AD. The object is circular with a flat bottom face and convex, decorative upper face. Raised lines extend from a central dome to the outer edge of the upper face; interspersed between these are raised circles. The sections between the transverse lines are also slightly domed. The object has a cream-coloured patina. A large section of the central dome on the upper face is chipped. Otherwise the object survives in good condition. The object is 25.88mm in diameter, 6.59mm in thickness and weighs 19g. The over…
Created on: Monday 23rd July 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 25th July 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-5E3EB3
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval date (c. 1200 - 1500 AD). The spindle whorl is circular in plan and triangular in section, with sides that slope to a point and a central, circular perforation. Overall, the object is very regular in form. One face is decorated with a raised pattern of lines running transversely across the face, interspersed with sets of three dots in all but one section; the remaining section contains two wide horizontal lines which taper to a point where they meet the transverse lines. The other face is decorated with a similar raised pattern, consisting of f…
Created on: Monday 23rd July 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 25th July 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-5E0386
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead biconical spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date (c. 1200 - 1600 AD). The spindle whorl is circular in plan and triangular in section, with sides that slope to a point and a central, circular perforation. Overall, the object is very regular in form. One face is decorated with a raised pattern of lines running transversely across the face, interspersed with irregularly positioned dots. The other face is decorated with a raised pattern of transverse lines, with a further, horizontal line running around the face, centrally on one side but towards the outer edge on the other…
Created on: Monday 23rd July 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 25th July 2018
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Record ID: LVPL-3A5B41
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Hungarian lead alloy flour bag seal that dates to c.AD 1891-1950. The seal is formed of a circular disc with two hole penetrating the side to allow for string to threaded in order to tie a bag. The front face shows the figure 0 in a triangle of wheat ears with MT around. The 0 refers to the grade of flour. Around the sides of the triangle there appear to be letters; 'M' and 'T'. The reverse has a raised inscription which reads PESTI / HENGER / MALOM. Pesti Hengermalom translates to translates as 'Pest Roller Mill' and was created in 1839/1841, making it the earliest…
Created on: Wednesday 27th June 2018
Last updated: Thursday 7th January 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mawdesley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-EEE828
Object type: STYLUS
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead stylus of medieval or post-medieval date (c. 1200 - 1700 AD). The stylus consists of a lead rod which is square in section, with two sides tapering to form a point at one end. The object is light grey in colour. It is 68.0mm in length and 8.0mm in width, with a weight of 31.13g. This type of stylus was probably used to mark slate and was used from medieval times well into the post-medieval period. There are many similar examples of this type of stylus on the database, including: NMS-579044, NLM-13A05B and IOW-3D7855.
Created on: Friday 18th May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd May 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-E99AB6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl, of probably the Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1100 to AD 1500. The spindle whorl is sub-circular in shape, and lentoid in section. Both the upper and lower faces have been decorated with a series of heart and cross shapes. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has an internal diameter of 9 mm. The diameter is 28mm and the weight 26.70g. Spindle whorls, as an artefact type, can be hard to date accurately as they remained in use for a long period of time, but lead spind…
Created on: Tuesday 5th September 2017
Last updated: Thursday 14th June 2018
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Record ID: LANCUM-715308
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead trade weight of medieval to post-medieval date 1380-1600AD. The weight is shield shaped with a circular perforation through the pointed edge. A moulded relief design of a lions rampant is present on the upper surface. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The length is 34mm, the width is 25mm and the weight 119g. Lead weighs such as this were commonly used to weigh goods under the averdepois system from 1390 in England and were used throughout the 15th century. It is likely that these weights represent a desire to standardize the trade weight system. Biggs & Withe…
Created on: Tuesday 25th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 14th August 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-4D3CA7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead conical weight with a pointed apex and circular base dating from the late medieval to post-medieval period 1400 to 1600AD. The weight has a centrally drilled longitudinal aperture. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. The length is 32mm, the width is 25mm and the weight 72.63g. The form can be associated with medieval fishing line weights, as reported from London (e.g. Steane and Foreman 1988, in Aston, M. (ed.), Medieval Fish, Fisheries and Fishponds in England, BAR 182, Oxford, pages 1…
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 14th August 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-EA7027
Object type: PENCIL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead pencil of uncertain dating, but probably Medieval (AD 1200 to AD 1500). The stylus is circular sectioned, with a break due to an air bubble created during the casting process. The other end is rounded to a blunt point. It is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Several similar styli have been recorded on the PAS database including NLM-908653, LEIC-1414C8, YORYM-C50AD3, NLM-3AACA8, YORYM-100437. They would have been used for writing on wax tablets or for marking building materials. They are probably of Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500), but they co…
Created on: Monday 12th June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 5th March 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-682DB1
Object type: SWORD
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead alloy Early Medieval sword pommel probably Petersen type X dating 950-1000AD. A rectangular opening in the base would have housed the tang of the grip, and a hole through the hump would have been for the end of the tang with a cap or rivet on the end. The lead is patinated and scratched. The lead pommel exhibits the staining from gilding and appears to depict a bird with folded back wings. The pommel conforms most closely to Oakshott's Type A or Type B forms, suggesting a date of between AD 950 and AD 1100. It appears to be something of a transition between a later Viking or Angl…
Created on: Monday 13th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 13th May 2022
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Record ID: LANCUM-A20C82
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Biconical lead alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl from a drop spindle dating from the 13th-15th century AD. The whorl is worn but complete. It is biconical in shape, with a central hole and decorated on both obverse and reverse: There are moulded dots on one side and alternating lines and dots on the other. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical …
Created on: Thursday 26th January 2017
Last updated: Friday 27th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gisburn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-30FB53
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy Medieval probable spindle whorl. The biconical spindle whorl has a central perforation with a diameter of 9mm. Both faces have a worn decoration of faint radiating lines and large raised pellets. Similar spindle whorls have been found in medieval contexts including at Codnor Castle, Derbyshire; at the Austin Friary in Leicester (Mellor and Pearce, 1981) and the deserted medieval village of Thrislington (topsoil find; Austin 1989, 137, fig. 58.2). Also see several others on the PAS database, for example LANCUM-B87DD4, LANCUM-6060D7, LANCUM-1E7925, DEV-8852FF.…
Created on: Tuesday 16th February 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 4th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dinckley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-983CE5
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date. It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. It is decorated with alternating pellets and lines on one side and radiating lines on the other side. Similar examples of spindle whorls have reportedly been found in contexts dated from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval period although the majority are typically dated broadly to the Medieval period c.1100-1500
Created on: Wednesday 18th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-982363
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date. It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole and no decoration. Similar examples of spindle whorls have reportedly been found in contexts dated from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval period although the majority are typically dated broadly to the Medieval period c.1100-1500
Created on: Wednesday 18th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AE5A21
Object type: DIE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead throwing die of unknown date. The die is cuboid in shape, with six sides. The holes have been drilled and the sides have not been organised in the standard 'seven' system, where the total of the holes on opposing sides add up to seven. 1 is opposite 3, 2 is opposite 4, 5 is opposite 6. The die is dark brownish white in colour. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Dice are frequently found and can be of any date from the Roman period through to the Post Medieval period (AD 43 to AD 1700).…
Created on: Friday 12th December 2014
Last updated: Thursday 18th December 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lathom', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A19170
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. One side is decorated with radiating lines and the other side with pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have be…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Bradford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A18B75
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are decorated with lines and pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fulwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A16376
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are decorated with what appear to be letters divided by lines. One side shows A/R/[]/O/[]/I/, the other is illegible. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised d…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fulwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A14DF2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are very worn but appear to be decorated with pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found i…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abbey Village', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A13D8A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. One side is decorated with X-crossed lines. The other side by lines and pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They ha…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A133EC
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are decorated with radiating lines. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over t…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A12BB1
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are decorated with radiating lines. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over t…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wrightington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A11E12
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. One side is undecorated and the other is decorated with a series of lines and pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. T…
Created on: Friday 24th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 24th October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wrightington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-791137
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are very worn but one is undecorated and the other is decorated with a series of x shapes. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or …
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-7907D9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are very worn but appear to be decorated with a series of radiating lines with two pellets between on one side and x shapes on the other. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-78F68D
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are very worn but appear to be decorated with a series of radiating lines. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. Th…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-78EE95
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole, one edge of which is damaged due to old breaks. Both sides are decorated with a series of triangles pointed towards the outer rim of the whorl in a starburst design. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are …
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-78D94A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole, which appears to have been made in layers and part of which is missing due to old breaks. Both sides are undecorated. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised …
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-78C48C
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole, part of one side of which is missing due to old breaks. Both sides are decorated with alternating lines and pellets. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised d…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wrightington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-78A07E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are undecorated. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over the site of Roman bu…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-788CF4
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are undecorated. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over the site of Roman bu…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Great Mitton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-787048
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date (c. AD1200-1500). It is a circular spindle whorl with a central circular hole. Both sides are undecorated. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated lead-alloy weights are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by metal detectorists. They are usually biconical or cylindrical in shape and are decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over the site of Roman bu…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd October 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clitheroe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-51ED2B
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval lead personal seal matrix (c. 1200-1300 AD). The matrix consists of a pointed oval which is flat and rectangular in cross-section. The engraved central device is decorated but is now indistinct. The reverse of the object is flat and undecorated.. Similar to KENT-E65C14, GLO-095FB6 and YORYM-43FBD7. The length is 23mm, the width is 22mm thickness and the weight 8.49g.
Created on: Monday 20th October 2014
Last updated: Friday 31st January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'CLITHEROE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-98B3BA
Object type: MEDALLION
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead medallion of modern date. It is circular in shape and flat and has a bust facing left on the obverse with the partial legend []BRDNORL[] surrounding. The other side has a picture of a man leaning on a column with a dog sitting at his feet. The partial legend []TIBI VOTA QUOTA[] surrounds this which appears to be part of a line from Virgil's The Bucolics.
Created on: Wednesday 17th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 17th September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-6BC201
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval uniface cast lead circular pan weight, impressed initials IB, raised rim on both faces. Circular impressions on reverse resulting from use/stacking possibly because the weight is comparatively soft due to the use of quite pure lead rather than an alloy. Dates from c1500 to c1800 AD. The diameter is 49mm and the weight 166.6g. No close parallels found but it shares similarities with DEV-10D933.
Created on: Monday 15th September 2014
Last updated: Monday 29th September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Grindleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-5DE205
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl of Medieval date. It is a circular weight with a central circular hole. There is alternating decoration of v shaped lines and three rings on both sides.
Created on: Wednesday 28th May 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 28th May 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bickerstaffe', grid reference and parish protected.