Record ID: LANCUM-EEE8F9
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy token probably dating 1600 - 1800AD. The obverse shows evidence of a fleur-de-lys decoration however corrosion prevents any clear distinction on both the obverse and reverse. The diameter is 38mm and the weight 20.66g. No clear parallels have been found for this object.
Created on: Tuesday 10th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-C97536
Object type: FERRULE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An undiagnostic ring of copper alloy of unknown date. The outer face is decorated with thickened edges and two raised ridges running along the strip. The edges of the ring are decorated with a border of pellets. The internal face is plain; there are no hallmarks or stamps visible. The object has a dark brownish green patina with traces of possible gilding in places. Dimensions: 14mm in diameter, 4mm in width, 1.2g
Created on: Wednesday 18th November 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 18th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lathom', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-64750A
Object type: WEDGE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy tool, possibly a wedge or punch, of unknown date, possibly Roman or Medieval. The artefact is formed from a sub-rectangular bar, one end has been hammered to form a wedge, and this part is distorted. The worked edge has not been sharpened. There is no decoration present. The worked edge measures 15mm in width and is 4mm thick. The opposite end is rectangular in cross-section and is worn. It measures 11mm in width and is 7.5mm thick. The bar is a mid-green patina which is corroded in places. Due to the functional nature of the tool it's form has changed little ov…
Created on: Wednesday 14th January 2015
Last updated: Friday 27th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wrightington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A9DECD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy object of uncertain function and date. The object consists of a circular sectioned arm which tapers towards one end terminating with a pointed hook. The hook measures 0.5mm in diameter where it terminates. The arm is 6.5mm in diameter at its widest point. The opposite end of the object terminates with a pointed triangular 'arrow-head'. The base of the terminal 'arrow-head' measures 5mm in width and 3.5mm in thickness. The terminal measures 6mm in length. Below the base of the arrow is a circular sectioned shaft, measuring 4mm in diameter which widens with a step wh…
Created on: Wednesday 25th June 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 25th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lathom', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-AC969D
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable piece of cast copper alloy waste; a casting well of unknown date. The remnant would have been from the funnel shaped neck of a mould. Consequently, the waste itself is funnel shaped, sub-conical, with an oval, uneven top surface, and tapering towards a broken runner or sprue 'foot'. There is a second runner, perhaps leading to the next mould, projecting to the side. The object is 22.7mm long, 9.7mm high, 16.8mm wide and weighs 7g. It has a grey green patina. For a similar, although lead alloy, example see HESH-CFC988. A number of these objects have been dated to the B…
Created on: Monday 4th October 2021
Last updated: Saturday 9th October 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-0E71B4
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy pendant in the form of a winged erect phallus of uncertain date (c. AD 43 - 1800). The shaft of the phallus curves slightly upwards and widens from a pair of wings above a pair of testicles. There is a suspension loop between the wings, which is pierced slightly off-centre. The object is detailed in its design: transverse grooves on the front of the wings give the impression of feathers and a pair of parallel grooves run along the bottom of the shaft, the head of which is picked out by curved parallel grooves across the top and sides. The object has a worn and chipped sur…
Created on: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Last updated: Friday 12th July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Great Harwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-2D38C6
Object type: CAULDRON
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy object of unknown type and period probably a cauldron leg given it's zig-zag profile. The length is 82mm, the width is 23mm and the weight 93.95g.
Created on: Monday 21st May 2018
Last updated: Monday 4th June 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-F6D7D8
Object type: RING
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large round copper alloy ring, which might be part of a horse harness, or could be, because of it's size more possibly a suspension ring for a cauldron, or a tethering ring. It is circular in shape with a round section of 7.5mm, thinning to 6.5mm in certain places, suggesting wear. It is difficult to ascribe a particular period to this piece. Possibly Iron Age to Medieval. See WILT-D31115 and WHM-1530 The diameter is 106mm
Created on: Monday 3rd February 2014
Last updated: Monday 5th September 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'PENDLETON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-456425
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Heavily constructed copper alloy lobed plate with two piercings through which domed rivets pass. Its date and function are yet to be determined with any confidence. At first glance it appears to be a fixing plate for a hinge. However this is unlikely, but not impossible, as both rivets appear complete and there doesn't seem to be a large enough gap for the plate to have been attached to anything wooden. It may have been originally mounted on a book, or been a form of strap end/weight, or some form of mount or fitting. Dates to anytime between c43 and c1900 AD. The length is 60mm, w…
Created on: Thursday 27th March 2014
Last updated: Monday 31st March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clitheroe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-6954C4
Object type: FERRULE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
High copper content copper alloy, or copper, object of unknown purpose or date, but probably modern dating. It is possibly a bush, ferrule or ring. There is unusual wear and patination, possibly as a result of use in machine of some sort. The diameter is 25mm and the weight 5.54g. The wall thickness varies from 1mm to 2.5mm.
Created on: Sunday 4th November 2012
Last updated: Monday 5th November 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'SKIPPOOL', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-09200F
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy anthropomorphic head form an unknown object and unknown date. No parallels have been found for this object. The head has an oval flat face with recessed lentoid eyes. The nose is long and narrow with flared nostrils. The mouth is open with raised full lips. There is no visible decoration on the rear of the head. The length is 17mm, the width is 14mm and the weight 3.12g.
Created on: Monday 9th May 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 11th May 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-1EEF73
Object type: PRONG
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy prong of unknown date. It could be a spacer from a composite strap end but this seems unlikely. No exact parallels have been found for this object. The length is 39mm, the width is 30mm and the weight 13.48g.
Created on: Tuesday 10th May 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-27A2FD
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy metal working waste of uncertain date. The large piece measures 56mm in length, 65mm in width, 25mm thick and weighs, 277.70g. Five smaller fragments or droplets of metal working waste were recovered close to the larger piece. The waste is un-diagnostic but does indicate metal working may have taken place in the area.
Created on: Tuesday 28th June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 28th June 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ormskirk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-B065CB
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy object that appears to be a component part possibly of machinery. No parallels were found for this object and it remains unidentified. The length is 45mm, the width is 22mm and the weight 33.06g.
Created on: Monday 22nd August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 6th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-5C36A3
Object type: BUCKET
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An assemblage of eleven copper alloy band or strap fragments, possibly from a stave built bucket. From the fragments it has been possible to adduce that at least some of the straps were originally 66mm wide, attached by rivets of pegs through perforations approximately 3mm in diameter, and probably originally reactangular in plan. There are no diagnostic features that can allow a reliable dating. The fragments could date to anytime from the Bronze Age to the Post Medieval. Suggested date range c2350 BC to c1850 AD Total weight of fragments is 68.23g.
Created on: Thursday 13th February 2020
Last updated: Sunday 7th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Carnforth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-32ACE9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Unidentified copper alloy object, possibly a Romano British brooch fragment or a Post Medieval firearm trigger element. The object is mis-shapen due to being heat effected or concreted or miscast. Overall form and dimensions are suggestive of a Romano British brooch though the lower projection is possibly a little thick for a brooch bow or catchplate. There is also a resemblance to basic firearm triggers and the orientation is correct though the section above could be seen to be too 'chunky'. If it is a firearm trigger it is likely to predate the common usage of percussion ammunition.…
Created on: Monday 3rd January 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 4th January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Fulwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-6B7976
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure tracking no. 2020 T56 The fragment was thought at first inspection to be two silver coins of an unclear date that had been fused / melted together. The presence of identifying detail was uncertain and it was requested to be brought to the British Museum for further examination, where it was received in December 2021. Description: The object is not clearly identifiable but does not appear to be two coins. It is a fragment of a metal object that has broken on one edge and shows slight lamination in the break. The fragment is flat with a rounded top edge, with the side edges …
Created on: Tuesday 21st January 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 26th October 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Horton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-FF5521
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Two amorphic piece of copper alloy slag. Found in an area with Bronze Age and Roman artefacts. The surface is characterised by lumps and hollows and has a tin element is indicated relating to bronze working. The slag has a good deep green patina, similar to that seen on some local Bronze Age metalwork, so it may date from this period. If this lump of slag is indeed Bronze Age, it is interesting that it has survived and was not re-melted. Fragments of casting waste like this one are hard to date. Scientific analysis of the elemental composition of the copper alloy would allow a more acc…
Created on: Tuesday 13th June 2017
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SWYOR-AB55CC
Object type: RING
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy circular ring, probably a harness ring, dating from the Medieval to Post-medieval period, about AD 1100 - 1700. The ring is hexagonal in cross-section and has a varying width across the frame. The outer edge is worn. The object has a dark green patina. A scar on one part of the frame may suggest the ring once had a pin and have been used as a buckle. Dimensions: The object is 27.0mm in external diameter, has an internal diameter of of 17.3mm and is 3.1mm thick. It weighs 4.48g Geake suggests that though the function of rings like …
Created on: Monday 2nd October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-5429DE
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  copper alloy object. It is sub rectangular in shape, one of the long sides has two sloping elements which form a shallow central point, both the short sides slope outwards to the bottom. This side has an extended central area. There are two holes, one in each of the top corners. It is very thin. There is a design and possibly writing on one face but this is no longer distinguishable. It is not possible to confirm the manufacturing process although the thickness may suggest that it was pressed, and therefore, along with the lack of imagery, there is no indication of age. D…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 19th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Carnforth', grid reference and parish protected.