Record ID: LANCUM-362FE5
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Complete cast silver cuff link composed of two small decorated discs with a loop on the reverse. They are linked by an oval cast silver chain link. The discs/buttons are circular in plan with a down-turned edge. The two discs are both decorated with two hearts (set side by side, but not conjoined) that are crowned with one single crown which in turn is composed of two arches bridging two small fleur-de-lys ornaments. Discussion: Several cuff links of a very similar type were discussed in the Treasure Annual Report 2004 (e.g. 2004 T220, 2004 T371; 2004 T473); however, no…
Created on: Friday 20th March 2009
Last updated: Wednesday 6th July 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Colne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-2E5C81
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver seal most likely from the 16th-17th century and there is a record of arms related to the arms on it from the early 16th century. The matrix is not from Lancashire and it is curious how it turned up there. It is possible that it's deposition relates to the English Civil War 1642-1651 when men of Shropshire are known to have fought in Lancashire. The Kings army was originally based in Shrewsbury and then moved into Cheshire and then Lancashire. The Royalists recieved a defeat at Whalley which is not too far from the findspot. The arms are, "Argent, a chevron gules between thr…
Created on: Monday 11th April 2011
Last updated: Monday 21st October 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WEST BRADFORD', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-BB8B02
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Silver-gilt, cast, 'eye' section forming one half a post-medieval 'hooked-clasp and eye' fitting. Possibly in the form of two birds with their backs to each other. One large attachment loop at the base and one smaller one in between the two heads. In the centre, between the birds, are four circular holes, possibly for the purpose of attaching the eye to the garment. Chased and gilded on the reverse Janina Parol Assistant Treasure Registrar British Museum
Created on: Tuesday 25th May 2010
Last updated: Monday 14th May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Medlar with Wesham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-61F133
Object type: BADGE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Silver badge in the form of a female bust, in quarter profile (left), wearing early sixteenth-century dress, including a 'kennel-shaped' head-dress with hair loose beneath. The low square neckline of her dress reveals a cruciform pendant that she wears around her neck. The object has a cabled border on its lower edge, probably representing a crest wreath or torse; it may be therefore that this badge is heraldic. On the reverse there are two extant stitching loops, one at the top behind the head, and one in the left corner. A third loop is missing but a scar remains in the right c…
Created on: Wednesday 1st June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'PRESTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-CE9AE3
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
This is a copper alloy finger-ring often called a decade ring or rosary ring, probably dating from the 16th or 17th century AD. The bezel of the ring is engraved with the letters IHS ( a Greek abbreviation for Jesus), a cross and three arrow shapes which represent the three nails in Jesus's hands and feet.The ring is decorated wth ten other knobs. The decade ring takes its name from the fact that it has ten knobs to help in counting prayers, similar to (but more discreet than) a rosary. Rosaries were forbidden in England and Wales by a statute of 1571, but the act does not mentio…
Created on: Monday 6th June 2011
Last updated: Saturday 30th January 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WALTON-LE-DALE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-4E0745
Object type: INTAGLIO
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A silver intaglio possibly from a fob seal or some other object with a rectangular face, a shield shaped border, and with the mirror image of the initials 'RS'. On the reverse of the seal are the remains of a possible attachment. Without the handle very hard to date, but probably 17th century or later. Dimensions: Length: 11.11mm Width: 8.86mm Thickness: 2.38mm Weight: 1.7g Discussion: Consequently, in terms of age and as the object contains a minimum of 10% precious metal, it qualifies as Treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996. Janina Parol Assist…
Created on: Monday 5th September 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'CLITHEROE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-D47F51
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Silver threepence of Elizabeth I dating from 1574 (second issue, mm eglantine) North 1998
Created on: Tuesday 4th March 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fylde', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-D611E3
Object type: BULLET MOULD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Complete musket shot mould made from iron, for large lead bullets of c. 18.41x17.55mm, dating to the 17th or early 18th century. It is made from two halves pivoted or hinged together to resemble a pair of scissors. It survives complete, except for one handle terminal which is missing. The surviving handle terminal droops slightly inwards. The mould halves are both hemispherical, internally and externally. There is no decoration. On one side, both halves have a small hole on the seam, to allow the molten lead to be poured in. The central rivet is still in place and the handles can be moved.
Created on: Tuesday 4th March 2008
Last updated: Wednesday 27th February 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bilsborrow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-AC5027
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
A Post-Medieval silver posy ring with a plain outer hoop, the interior gilded. The inner hoop bears the inscription 'LOVE EVER *' in upper-case letters. The finger-ring is D-shaped in section. This upper-case inscription is recorded in Joan Evans' English Posies & Posy Rings, 1931. In general Roman capitals began to be used for inscriptions on posy rings from the mid-16th century, italics becoming more popular by the mid-17th century (Oman, C. (1974). British rings 800-1914 p. 40 - 41). A similar example can be found on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database at SOM-D4A002,…
Created on: Wednesday 25th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 16th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lancaster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT675
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
A Post Medieval finger ring, hoop decorated with incised geometric lines in style of sun and petals.
Created on: Tuesday 29th September 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: LVPL11
Object type: HORSE TRAPPING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
19th century circular horse harness stud decoration. Domed shape with radiating circles design.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: LVPL445
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Elizabeth I sixpence
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE BORWICK', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL446
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Elizabeth I threepence
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE BORWICK', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL447
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Charles I shilling
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE BORWICK', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL448
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
James I halfgroat
Created on: Wednesday 11th November 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE BORWICK', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL12
Object type: MEDAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Base metal alloy medallet. Obv. figure on sailing ship, legend illegible except word 'SECURITAS'. Rev. St. George on horseback slaying dragon, legend S. GEORGE-------PATRONUS. Loop attachment for ribbon or chain. 20th century in date
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 1998
Last updated: Monday 28th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE AUGHTON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL123
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Elizabeth I three halfpenny
Created on: Wednesday 15th July 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE RIBCHESTER', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL129
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
George III silver spoon
Created on: Wednesday 15th July 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE ORMSKIRK', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL13
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Irish halfpenny dated 1681
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE AUGHTON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL131
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver James I sixpence.
Created on: Wednesday 15th July 1998
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LANCASHIRE ORMSKIRK', grid reference and parish protected.