Record ID: LANCUM-9D8982
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A pewter hawking whistle of Post-Medieval (probably 18th century) date. The body is cylindrical, tapering slightly towards the bottom. There is a cylindrical, rounded extension at one end, possibly for an attachment loop. A raised ring at the top separates the body section from the thinner mouth-piece. Immediately below this upper ring is the semi-circular aperture which allows the sound to escape. A second ring is located towards the bottom of the body. The curved plate which would be found on the underside of the mouth-piece is missing and a shaped piece of wood has been inserted in…
Created on: Sunday 21st 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-4EF44C
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval lead alloy 'hawking' whistle (c. 1700-c. 1850). The whistle is incomplete. The object comprises three parts, with the curved plate soldered to underside of the mouth-piece and end section joined at an expanded sleeve. The casting seams are clearly discernible on both sections and there is no cast decoration. At the terminal is an incomplete suspension loop only the neck of which remains. The lower half of the object has been perforated due to damage, possibly from the plough. Similar whistles have been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database. For exampl…
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2016
Last updated: Friday 14th October 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Scarisbrick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-51D502
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment from a lead alloy boatswain's (bosun) whistle, dating to the 17th century. The gun is missing and only a fragment of the keel remains. The keel consists of a scrolling foliate design. The object has a whiteish-grey patina. A more complete example which can be found on the PAS database is LON-8FC268. Dimensions: 31mm in length, 17mm in width, 6mm thick, 13.1g
Created on: Thursday 30th June 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 27th July 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halton-with-Aughton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-B852B1
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cylindrical cast lead alloy whistle with an encircling collar. The terminal is missing its terminal cap, which was probably similar to that seen on SUR-15EFB5 and SUSS-0C38E3. Dates from c1700 to c1850AD.The length is 44mm, the width is 18mm and the thickness 16mm.
Created on: Monday 27th August 2012
Last updated: Monday 3rd September 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mitton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-96758D
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A dark grey pewter hawking whistle. Cylindrical in shape with a tapering end and broken extension piece, possibly for an attachment loop. A raised ring is present on the underside separating the mouthpiece from the body, and another toward the top before the extension. There is damage to the end of the mouthpiece, and some distortion of shape from post-depositional processes. Dimensions: 34mm in length, 17mm in width, 15.1g. Similar objects in the database include LANCUM-9D8982, LVPL-E17050
Created on: Wednesday 16th March 2016
Last updated: Friday 16th December 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-3D0DA9
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy/tin hawking whistle of post medieval date likely c.AD 1700-1800. The main part of the body is hollow and tubular in shape and is missing the mouthpiece. In the body is a crescent-shaped sound hole cut into the top side, above this is a deeply indented raised circumferential collar. Protruding from the opposite end of the body is a cylindrical extension that terminates with a spherical knop which would have been attached to a lanyard.  This whistle is dark greyish silver with a pitted surface and has buff and organge corrosion depo…
Created on: Thursday 4th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 12th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Rawtenstall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-C24D61
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead plano-convex spindle whorl. The whorl is crudely made and decorated with several lines criss-crossing each other. The decoration on both sides is very similar. It has been noted that the weight of a spindle whorl is demonstrative of the thickness of yarn produced, with lighter spindle whorls (3 - 5 grams) being used for spinning cotton and the heavier ones (30 - 35 grams) for spinning wool (Margeson 1993, page 184). This example weighs 30.16 grams, so it seems likely that it would have been used to spin a lighter material.
Created on: Thursday 17th May 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lancaster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-825105
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One of two cast lead-alloy weight, each found in a different field on opposite sides of a narrow road. Although one is slightly more worn than the other, they both carry the same very distinct and unsual decoration; they were cast using the same mould. The weight is if double-conical shape with a broadened rim and central perforation (ca 8mm in diameter). While one side is decorated with a simple zigzag line, the other displays at least four different symbols: a heart-shaped symbol, a box/parcel-shaped symbol, a (very faint) eye-shaped symbol, a horned symbol and a symbol resembling a …
Created on: Thursday 7th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Catterall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-825814
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One of two cast lead-alloy weights, each found in a different field on opposite sides of a narrow road. Although one is slightly more worn than the other, they both carry the same very distinct and unsual decoration; they were cast using the same mould. The weight is if double-conical shape with a broadened rim and central perforation (ca 8mm in diameter). While one side is decorated with a simple zigzag line, the other displays at least four different symbols: a heart-shaped symbol, a box/parcel-shaped symbol, a (very faint) eye-shaped symbol, a horned symbol and a symbol resembling a…
Created on: Thursday 7th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Catterall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-952E68
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small lead bead or strap junction. It is circular in shape, but rectangular in cross-section, about 7mm high. The On the obverse, the underlying perforations for the straps/bands were repeated in a moulded the decoration. The location of the perforations can also be seen from the underside, but there is no additional moulded decoration. A more practical use for an item like this could have been as net sinker.
Created on: Wednesday 20th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LANCUM-958433
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Shield-shaped lead weight of Medieval/Post Medieval date. It is plain and does not bear a coat of arms or any other markings.
Created on: Wednesday 20th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clitheroe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-118551
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Double-conical lead weight with central vertical perforation, ca. 9mm wide. The weight is decorated in high-relief on both sides: while one surface displays a six pointed star with raised dots between the spikes of the star, the other shows a very crude pattern of alternating lines and dots. This kind of lead weight is a very frequent metal-detecting find, especially on ploughed and pasture land. There is some archaeological evidence for these lead weights to have been used as spindle whorls in the 16th/17th century (pers. comm. Dr Kevin Leahy), but has been suggested that they could …
Created on: Monday 1st October 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Garstang', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-26E612
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy weight, probably dating from the Medieval period. Its suspension loop is missing, but the main body is still intact. It is of bulbous shape, resembling the larger lead weights of the same period which display coats of arms.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd October 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lancaster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-E5C533
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl dating from the medieval period, i.e. c. 1200-1500. The spindle whorl is biconical in shape with a circular hole in the centre and tapering sides. It was made from a lead-alloy and probably had moulded decoration on the obverse and reverse. However, both faces of the whorl are very worn; it is difficult to assess the decoration. It may have been writing, but it is much more likely that it was a decoration composed of lines, zig-zags and possibly dots. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, 66) points out that: "The function of l…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clitheroe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0FF315
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy artefact resembling a cockle shell, possibly dating from the late post-medieval or early modern period, i.e. ca. 1700-1900. The artefact is heavy and looks very similar to sword or dagger pommels of the same period with a pyramidal shaped perforation through its entire length. The outer surface resembles that of a cockle shell, but in fact, it is more likely that it represents the various stages of the metal cooling down in 'waves'. A small splint of wood remains on the inside and it is more than likely that it was indeed used as a weight, maybe even as a counter weigh…
Created on: Friday 3rd September 2010
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leyland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-0E1527
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Large lead weight probably dating to the Post-Medieval period, (1500-1800). The object is conical in plan. The base is at an angle and the weight therefore tilts to one side. The top of the object is rounded and is circular in cross-section. The object is decorated with linear ridges which start just below the top of the object and finish above the base. The object has been crudely made and has been damaged whilst in the plough soil. It has a greyish white patina.
Created on: Wednesday 15th September 2010
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aughton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-CFD0D5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead token Late Medieval or Early Post Medieval 1500 - 1700 AD. Could be a pilgrims token or a landowners token paid to workers in lieu of wages but most likely it is a home made trade weight as indicated by the prominent initial 'R' likely to indicate the traders name. The length is 27mm, width 22mm, and the weight is 11g
Created on: Monday 6th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 15th August 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'SCORTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-9DEBB3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular biconical cast lead-alloy weight, possibly a spindle whorl dating from the later medieval or early post-medieval period, i.e. AD1200-1600. The lead weight is biconical in cross-section with a rounded base and top. It is decorated with a simple pattern now abraded but originally would have probably formed moulded raised dots between a moulded zigzag band that goes all around the weight making up a 'star'. The weight is 30mm in diameter and weighs 40.5g. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin a…
Created on: Tuesday 28th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WISWELL ', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-9E3EF1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular biconical cast lead-alloy weight, probaby a spindle whorl dating from the Roman period judging by the form and grey patina, i.e. AD72-410. The lead weight is biconical in cross-section with a rounded base and top. It is decorated with a simple pattern of a rough chevrons. The weight is 28mm in diameter and weighs 23.5g. 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. T…
Created on: Tuesday 28th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WISWELL ', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-6B21F2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight of probable Late-Medieval date or early Post-Medieval date, possibly 14th to 18th century AD. These types of weight were often cast by individual traders to weigh market goods. The diameter is 31mm.
Created on: Wednesday 20th July 2011
Last updated: Monday 25th July 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WESHAM', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A84C14
Object type: WEIGHT
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: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A86F52
Object type: WEIGHT
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 badly corroded but appears to have been decorated with an alternating line and pellet 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 decorated on both faces with raised dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They …
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A88870
Object type: WEIGHT
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 v-shaped 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 th…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A8A485
Object type: WEIGHT
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 may have been decorated but are very worn. 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…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A8B8B1
Object type: WEIGHT
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. 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 dots and radiating lines or zig-zag ribs. They have been found in ploughsoil over the …
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A8CE45
Object type: WEIGHT
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 appears to have been decorated but it is very worn and not possible to discern details. 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-z…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heskin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A8E6C2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period, that is c. AD1200-1500. 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 buildings, and in an excavated context d…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 31st July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mawdesley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A90327
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period, that is c. AD1200-1500. 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 buildings, and in an excavated context d…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 31st July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mawdesley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A91C12
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period, that is c. AD1200-1500. 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 buildings, and in an excavated context d…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 31st July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A94A00
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A slightly incomplete decorated cast lead object, possibly a spindle whorl. The object is broadly circular in plan, although there has been some damage and loss of material at the outer perimeter. There is a broadly circular tapering perforation at the centre, although the walls have been pressed out into the void in two places on one side. In profile, the object widens gradually towards the flat centre, and it has a raised and curved circumference. The object has a maximum diameter of 37.5mm, a maximum thickness of mm and it weighs 50.56g. The object has a light brown/gray surface. B…
Created on: Thursday 4th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 31st July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mawdesley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-DFC564
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A moulded lead spindle whorl (a weight used on a spindle for spinning fibres in textile manufacture) of probable later medieval date 1100-1600 AD. The whorl is biconical the diameter is 21mm and the diameter of the hole is 9.5mm. Plain spindle whorls and weights were cast locally in lead from the Roman period to the Post Medieval Period and are hard to date precisely.
Created on: Wednesday 31st August 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WORSTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-DFECB5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Unusual lead weight in appearance it looks like a steelyard weight which are usually cast in lead. Steelyards of different sizes have been used to weigh loads ranging from ounces to tons. A small steelyard could be a foot or less in length and thus conveniently used as a portable device that merchants and traders could use to weigh small ounce-sized items of merchandise. In other cases a steelyard could be several feet long and used to weigh sacks of flour and other commodities. Even larger steelyards were three stories tall and used to weigh fully laden horse drawn carts. There is…
Created on: Wednesday 31st August 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WORSTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-1BAF85
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl of probable Medieval date 1100 - 1500 AD. The weight is circular and biconical with a circular perforation running through the centre. The weight has an external diameter of 27mm, and the central perforation has a diameter of 11mm. One side of the weight is decorated with raised pellets radiating from the centre in two lines. The weight has a dull cream/light brown colour.
Created on: Tuesday 27th September 2011
Last updated: Monday 18th January 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LONGTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AFC5A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead weight probably dating to the Post-Medieval period. The object is circular in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. The upper surface is decorated with the image of a raised Masonic mount. A lump of corroded iron protrudes from the base of the object.
Created on: Tuesday 4th October 2011
Last updated: Monday 10th October 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ormskirk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A54F16
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy shield-shaped trade weight, probably dating from the late medieval period, i.e. 15th or 16th century. The underside is flat while the obverse carries a coat of arms, possibly that of England. Two lions are clearly visible, the smaller one underneath the other two is less clear. The image appears in relief.
Created on: Monday 7th April 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gisburn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-9B3A22
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy net sinker/weight dating from the late medieval to the early modern period, i.e. c. AD1500-1900. The weight is flat cylindrical with a plain reverse and four short lugs on the obverse. Two of the lugs are slightly bent, the other two more so, as if they were meant to keep the weight in place. The space between two of the lugs/spikes is quite worn and displays a pattern of abrasion; it seems as if a rope or string was tied around the weight here.
Created on: Thursday 1st May 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-99BCB6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular lead item, possibly a spindle whorl. The lead weight is very crude and plano-convex in form, with an irregularly flat base and a slightly rounded top. It is decorated on both sides with a crude pattern of lines and dots. It has been pointed out that the weight of a spindle whorl is demonstrative of the thickness of yarn produced, with lighter spindle whorls (3 - 5 grams) being used for spinning cotton and the heavier ones (30 - 35 grams) for spinning wool (Margeson 1993, page 184). It therefore seems likely that this heavy example was used for spinning wool. The dating of un…
Created on: Tuesday 13th May 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Barnoldswick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-882F24
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular biconical cast lead-alloy weight, possibly a spindle whorl dating from the later medieval period, i.e. 1200-1600. The lead weight is biconical in cross-section with a rounded base and top. It is decorated with a simple pattern made from moulded raised dots and lines on both sides, but the decoration is quite worn. 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 …
Created on: Tuesday 5th August 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Burscough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-D5BEC5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular flat-cylindrical cast lead-alloy object, possibly a spindle whorl dating from the later medieval period, i.e. 1400-1600. The lead weight is flat-cylindrical in cross-section with a flat base and flattish top. It seems to have been decorated with simple lines, but the decoration is quite worn. The lead weight is basic and has suffered corrosion. Lead weights like these are common finds, but only rarely from excavated contexts which is why date and origin are difficult to pinpoint. Decorated spindle whorls are very rare finds in excavations, but are often found by m…
Created on: Thursday 21st August 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Preston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-1A8428
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval or Modern lead weight of rhomboid shape. Loop at the top for suspension.
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fylde', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-1A8815
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Very heavy ball-shaped cast lead weight with two deep grooves around it, the grooves crossing twice. The exact identification of lead weights can be difficult for they usually lack any official markings or numbers. It seems that this is household lead weight that was tied into netting, e.g. a fisherman's or hunter's net, in order to weigh it down. The deep grooves would certainly facilitate the attachement of a string or thin rope.
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ormskirk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-045046
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small late Medieval or Post-Medieval lead weight with the London coat of arms (St George's (?) cross) on the obverse. The shield is surrounded by both a plain circle and a circle made of dots.
Created on: Thursday 8th March 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fylde', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-682372
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small cast conical lead weight with a hole probably Medieval to Post-medieval, 1400-1700. The length is 33mm, the width is 28mm thickness and the weight 111.62g. Weights such as this have been used from Roman through to post-medieval times. Numerous weight-related functions are likely for objects such as this, for example, steelyard weights, standing weights, net weights or fishing weights.
Created on: Tuesday 5th June 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 5th June 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-7F2536
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Shield-shaped trade weights of this general type are believed to have been in use from the late 14th to at least the late 18th century. Lead shield-shaped weights of various qualities of workmanship and numerous designs have been in use over a long period of time. Lead weighs such as this were 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. They are found in denominations based on a pound of 16 ounces, which can be subdivided on…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th January 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WALTON-LE-DALE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-7F4596
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight of probable Late-Medieval date or early Post-Medieval date, possibly 14th to 18th century AD. These types of weight were often cast by individual traders to weigh market goods. The diameter 23mm the weight is 42g.
Created on: Monday 9th May 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th January 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WALTON-LE-DALE', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LANCUM-7E78E1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead-alloy cylindrical weight found in direct association with a whetstone (LANCUM-7E7034).
Created on: Wednesday 27th October 2010
Last updated: Friday 3rd December 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lancaster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-933DD1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, possibly a spindle whorl dating from the later medieval period, i.e 1400-1600. The weight is flat sub-circular with a circular perforation running through the centre. The weight has a maximum external diameter of 24.8mm, and the central perforation has a maximum diameter of 10.1mm. The external in internal sides are broadly straight. The weight is a maximum of 12.8mm thick, and it has a mass of 41.6g. One side of the weight is decorated with raised but rather indistinct crossing lines. There is a curved groove of variable depth between the outer and inner edg…
Created on: Thursday 28th October 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd August 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Silverdale and Arnside', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-BD0375
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval cast lead alloy decorated weight, heavily abraded. Probably intended for use as a spindle whorl or fishing weight. The lead toward the centre of the artefact has been worn nearly flat, suggestive of a hard working life. Dates between c1066 to c1600 AD. The thickness is 6mm, diameter 26mm, and the internal hole's diameter is 9mm.
Created on: Sunday 20th January 2013
Last updated: Monday 21st January 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-32B717
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast lead alloy, or lead, trade weight. This discus like weight appears to have been designed to be used suspended, possibly as a counterweight to grain bushels or wool bales. It has two official crown marks, the earlier appears to be for James I. These marks are on one side, along with the two holes that were cast into it. The reverse side is also domed, and the funnel shaped cavity's smaller hole is central. Dates to between 1603 and 1901 AD. The thickness is 26mm, diameter is 114mm.
Created on: Sunday 3rd March 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 29th October 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Skippool', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-600E26
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight, probably Medieval 12th to 15th century AD. The weight is flat sub-circular with a raised circular moulding in the middle surrounding a perforation running through the centre. The weight has a maximum external diameter of 38mm, and the central perforation has a maximum diameter of 9mm. One side of the weight is decorated with raised but rather indistinct circular pellets. The weight has a dull cream/light brown coloured surface. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of leads weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to…
Created on: Tuesday 5th March 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WHALLEY', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-6B03D7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval cast lead or lead alloy uniface domed weight, possibly a spindle whorl or fishing weight. Probably dating to between c1100 and c1500 AD. The weight is flat sub-circular. Only the domed side of the weight is decorated with a raised pentagram or stylised sunburst. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of leads weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to fishing weights to trade weights." She adds that spindle whorls should ideally be circular and must have a central perforation (ibid.). It is possible, therefore, that this …
Created on: Thursday 11th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Euxton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0DEB72
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval cast lead alloy, or lead, weight, biconical with a different decorative pattern on each face. The weight has a circular perforation through the centre. It has a maximum external diameter of 31mm, and the central perforation has a maximum diameter of 9mm. The weight appears to have seen very little use as there are few signs of wear. One side of the weight is decorated with raised, almost random, intersecting lines that look like a series of 'A's running around the central hole. The other side has two concentric bands of closely packed, sloped radiating lines, and there ad und…
Created on: Monday 13th May 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Longridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-465471
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy possible conical weight of uncertain date, probably Medieval or Post Medieval 1100 to 1600. Purpose unknown possibly related to fishing. Similar to CAM-5C5836 and SWYOR-8F3C64 The length is 18mm, the width is 11mm and the weight 18.07g.
Created on: Monday 2nd March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 20th May 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-EFA892
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval used for spinning wool. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. The object is fairly flat on both sides, with some decoration present on the obverse. 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 LIN-8BB…
Created on: Tuesday 10th March 2015
Last updated: Thursday 13th October 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-F1DA98
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval used for spinning wool. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. It is decorated with raised pellets and diagonal lines. 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 LIN-8BBFF2 and NCL-E477FA. The diamet…
Created on: Tuesday 10th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-01E0D1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval used for spinning cotton. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. It is undecorated and is very worn, if there was any decoration it has mostly been eroded. 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 …
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-01ED7D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy object possibly a spindle whorl or net weight, probably Medieval possibly used for spinning cotton. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle.It is decorated with raised pellets and diagonal lines. One side of the object is very worn, and the decoration has mostly been eroded. 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;…
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-02BB55
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy square shaped unknown object probably of of Medieval date. The weight is decorated on both sides in forms of lozenge designs and dots. The object is grey brown in colour, and appears to have been damaged prior to finding. The opening was originally rectangular in profile, but damage has changed the profile and section of the open end. The weight object has a rectangular section and profile. The length is 40mm, the width is 45mm, thickness 20mm and the weight 123.30g
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 7th April 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-4F1EEC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy trade weight, dating to the Post Medieval period. Evidence of shield of arms on the obverse which could relate to the Civil War. The weight is worn and damaged at the top of the object. The weight has a broad, raised rim on the reverse. The diameter is 24mm and the weight 26.64g. Object is comparable to SOM-7E094E, LON-BB63F1 and IOW-B08E7A.
Created on: Wednesday 8th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 24th October 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-BC42A1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval possibly used for spinning wool. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. The object is fairly flat on both sides, there does not appear to be any decoration but there is dammage on one side. 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…
Created on: Monday 13th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-BCE7BA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval used for spinning wool. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. The object is fairly flat on both sides, with some decoration present on the obverse. 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 LIN-8BBFF2…
Created on: Monday 13th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-CBAA39
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Flat biconical lead alloy weight, probably a spindle whorl dating from the medieval period, that is the 13th-15th century AD. The whorl is flat circular in shape and biconical in cross-section, with a central perforation for the spindle. Both obverse and reverse are decorated wth a pattern made of moulded lines and dots. 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 …
Created on: Friday 8th May 2015
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornley-with-Wheatley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0C16BF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight or possibly spindle whorl. It is circular and has a slightly domed top and bottom and convex sides giving it a D shaped cross section. There is a circular hole running through the centre and numerous evenly spaced worn grooves running down the sides. Lead weights are common throughout the Medieval and Post-Medieval period and are therefore difficult to date more accurately. Possibly used for spinning cotton. The diameter is 20mm. and the weight 15.31g.
Created on: Monday 11th May 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-21E217
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight, probably Medieval in date. Possibly a loom weight or fishing weight. It is unlikely to be a spindle whorl as the hole is off centre. It has no decoration and is difficult to date precisely. The diameter is 26mm and the weight 16.00g.
Created on: Tuesday 12th May 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 19th May 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-318B4E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight, probably Medieval or Post Medieval, possibly a fishing weight or loom weight as it seems too heavy to be a spindle whorl. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. The object is fairly flat on both sides, with no decoration present. The diameter is 33mm and the weight 98.65g.
Created on: Wednesday 13th May 2015
Last updated: Monday 24th October 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-6BD9F8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, cast, lead, spindle whorl or weight of probable Medieval date. It is flattened biconical in shape, with a circular perforation in the centre. The whorl has been miscast, with a leak in the mould resulting in the lead from one side forming as a blob extending outwards. The whorl has moulded decoration on both sides, which while worn and indistinct, consist of triangles and pellets. The whorl has a cream patina. The length is 40mm, the width is 36mm and the weight 32.88g. See PUBLIC-4566CE.
Created on: Tuesday 9th June 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 30th June 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-2B4F68
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible sub spherical small spindle whorl probably Medieval. The slightly oval bead has a large central hole with straight sides. It could also have been used as a bead, form of weight; or perhaps a net-sinker or line weight. A similar example is BH-798332. The diameter is 19mm and the weight 10.60g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th June 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 1st July 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-2B6833
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible sub spherical small spindle whorl probably Medieval. The slightly oval bead has a large central hole with straight sides. It could also have been used as a bead, form of weight; or perhaps a net-sinker or line weight. A similar example is BH-798332. The diameter is 12mm and the weight 8.06g.
Created on: Tuesday 30th June 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 1st July 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-1DF048
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight of unknown date (but likely to be Medieval - Post-Medieval, c.1100-1800) conical in shape with integral horizontally pierced circular hole for suspension. The apex is flattened and slightly stepped while the loop hole is formed of a continuation of the sides. The surface has an oxidised cream patina. Lead weights are difficult to date when found as stray finds, as they are used for long periods of time. The length is 17mm, the width is 18mm and the weight 27.87g.
Created on: Wednesday 5th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 24th October 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-1E7925
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle-whorl of Medieval date. It is a circular bi-conical spindle whorl with a central circular hole. It is decorated with alternating pellets and lines on both sides. (ten segments, each with three pellets on one face, five segments with between three and six pellets on the other) 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. It has a creamy brown patina. The diameter is 37mm and the weight 53.54g.
Created on: Wednesday 5th August 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 1st September 2015
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Record ID: LVPL-4C43F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight dating from the Medieval to the Post-Medieval period, (AD1066-1800). The object is oval in plan with a slightly raised rim on one face. One edge of the object has been damaged in recent times. Lead weights are common throughout the Medieval and Post-Medieval period and are therefore difficult to date accurately. There is a shield impressed on the face without a raised rim. Dimensions: 34.26mm in diameter, 6.72mm thick, 46.6g
Created on: Monday 31st August 2015
Last updated: Friday 16th October 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nether Wyresdale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-6D4CF5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical and undecorated although this may have eroded away. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with …
Created on: Monday 14th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-6D6B7F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead conical weight with a pointed apex and circular base. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. The apex has an integral central circular aperture that is 3 mm in diameter which may have been used with a hook to suspend the weight, but it is more likely to have been used as a standing weight. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. Similar weights are illustrated in Egan, G., 1998 The Medieval Household: Daily Living c.1150-c.1450 (Medieval Finds from Excavations in London) London : The Stationery Office, 322, no.1038, and are dated…
Created on: Monday 14th September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-6DC429
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical decorated with raised lines and pellets. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they we…
Created on: Monday 14th September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-6DCF20
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical and is undecorated. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they were used continued in …
Created on: Monday 14th September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-6E144E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead conical weight with a pointed apex and circular base. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. The apex has an integral central circular aperture that is 3 mm in diameter which may have been used with a hook to suspend the weight, but it is more likely to have been used as a standing weight. The base has a cavity within it that is almost circular in plan. Similar weights are illustrated in Egan, G., 1998 The Medieval Household: Daily Living c.1150-c.1450 (Medieval Finds from Excavations in London) London : The Stationery Office, 322, no.1038, and are dated…
Created on: Monday 14th September 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-8068CB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical and undecorated. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they were used continued in use…
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-D18E80
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl, probably Medieval. The weight is flattish and sub-circular, thicker in the centre and with a perforation running through the middle. The object is fairly flat on both sides, with no decoration present. 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-4FA054 and LANCUM-B0591B. The length is 4…
Created on: Tuesday 13th October 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 13th October 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-D24642
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-Medieval lead alloy weight, it is circular, flat and with slightly rounded edges. It has a central recess pierced with two holes and no decoration. This gives it the appearance of a button, however, Gordon Bailey (p. 83, Fig 9.392) points out that such artefacts were actually weights used to hold down the hem of ladies dresses or as curtain weights. It is quite well cast suggesting a later date; possibly 1700-1850. The diameter is 29mm and the weight 26.31g.
Created on: Tuesday 13th October 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 13th October 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-BF7F1E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn but complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. There is no decoration visible. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they were used continu…
Created on: Tuesday 6th January 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 6th January 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'CLITHEROE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-51D742
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical decorated with raised lines and pellets. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. The spindle whorl is decorated with raised pellets and lines. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is …
Created on: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Last updated: Monday 29th February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'CLITHEROE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-5207B9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical decorated with raised lines and pellets. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. It is decorated with raised pellets. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spind…
Created on: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'CLITHEROE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-5ACF75
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval uniface cast lead alloy weight. Sub rectangular in plan with a capital J cast into one side. Dating to between c1500 and c1800 AD. The length is 27mm, width 21mm, thickness 5mm and the weight is 23.78g.
Created on: Thursday 4th July 2013
Last updated: Thursday 1st August 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wesham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-5C8532
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval to early post medieval cast lead alloy, or lead, weight, biconical with a different decorative pattern on each face. The weight has a circular perforation through the centre. It has an external diameter of 30mm, and the central perforation has a maximum diameter of 11mm. The weight appears to have seen a lot of use as there is a great deal of wear. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of lead weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to fishing weights to trade weights." She adds that spindle whorls should ideally be circula…
Created on: Wednesday 9th October 2013
Last updated: Monday 28th October 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ormskirk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-AAD367
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large cast lead alloy weight probably dating to the Medieval period, (1000-1500). The weight has a series of incised lines in the centre but the purpose of this is unknown. Lead weights were commonly used from the Roman period through to the post-medieval period for a wide variety of uses and are difficult to date with any certainty without any supporting archaeological context. Similar to YORYM-E41011, KENT-3256F6 and LVPL-DEA454 The diameter is 57mm. The diameter is 57mm.
Created on: Monday 7th July 2014
Last updated: Monday 14th July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'BRINDLE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-AB0C33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman to Medieval cast lead alloy, or lead, perforated circular weight or spindle whorl, biconical with traces of a decorative pattern comprised of lines. The weight has a circular perforation through the centre. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of lead weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to fishing weights to trade weights." She adds that spindle whorls should ideally be circular and must have a central perforation (ibid.). It is possible, therefore, that this lead weight is a spindle whorl. At the Austin Friary in Leicest…
Created on: Monday 7th July 2014
Last updated: Monday 14th July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'BRINDLE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-64A72D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy possible Fishing weight or plumb bob, of probable Medieval dating (11th to 15th Centuries AD). The weight is a flattened spherical pointed oval shape, decorated with hatched irregular lines. An incomplete integral circular perforation (suspension loop) is present at one of the pointed ends. The length is 58mm, the width is 20mm thickness 15mm and the weight 65.14g. This weight was perhaps used as a sinker for a net or as a plumb bob. Cf. Egan (1998), 310-11, fig.231). The metal is a mid-cream to red in colour with a smooth patina. Weights such as…
Created on: Monday 28th July 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 18th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WADDINGTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-64929A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical and undecorated. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they were used continued in use…
Created on: Monday 28th July 2014
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WADDINGTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-649C99
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date 1100 to 1500 AD. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical and undecorated. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spindle with which they were used continued in use…
Created on: Monday 28th July 2014
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WADDINGTON', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0F9D67
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast lead alloy 4lb cylindrical weight with a heavy iron suspension loop. The weight takes the form of a gently tapering, sub oval profiled, cylinder, topped with a thick trapped iron loop. Possibly a ship's plumb or sounding weight, but these usually have a hollow base. This was filled with a sticky substance that allowed the sea floor to be sampled. Based on whether this was sandy, gravelly, rocky, decisions would then be made on which anchor to use or whether to anchor at all. See LVPL-9C46A6 for a more detailed explanation of maritime sounding weights. It may have be…
Created on: Sunday 17th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Skippool', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-4930B4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight, probably possibly Medieval 12th to 17th century AD. The weight is flat sub-circular with a raised circular moulding in the middle surrounding a perforation running through the centre. The weight is undecorated. The weight has a dull cream/light brown coloured surface. In the "Finds Recording Guide", Geake (2001, p66) points out that: "The function of leads weights would have varied, from spindle-whorls to fishing weights to trade weights." She adds that spindle whorls should ideally be circular and must have a central perforation (ibid.). It is possible, therefore,…
Created on: Monday 1st September 2014
Last updated: Monday 1st September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'BRINDLE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-9340F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date. The object is circular in plan and bi-conical. In the centre of the object is a circular perforation with an internal diameter of 10.5mm. The weight appears to be undecorated although it may have worn off. The spindle whorl has a light grey patina and is dark grey in places. 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. The diameter is 30mm and the …
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2016
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Record ID: LANCUM-934D5A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date. The object is circular in plan and bi-conical. In the centre of the object is a circular perforation with an internal diameter of 10mm. The weight is undecorated. The spindle whorl has a light brown patina and is light brown in places. 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. The diameter is 25mm and the weight 17.95g.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2016
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Record ID: LANCUM-A31FF2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Early medieval lead alloy weight. Suggested date: Early Medieval, 850-1000. The weight is cast biconvex with a central moulded aperture. It has a circular perforation with an internal diameter of 8mm. The weight is decorated with irregular sized pellets on one side. This object may have been used as a spindle whorl. The provision for a thick spindle probably indicates an Anglo-Scandinavian date. The diameter is 30mm and the weight 31.59g.
Created on: Tuesday 27th September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 1st November 2016
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Record ID: LANCUM-4E3C71
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Sub-Circular lead object, flat on one side and slightly domed on the other. It is almost circular but with one edge being tapered to a rounded point. There are some markings on the domed side, possibly initials, but mostly illegible. The absence of markings makes it difficult to date with any precision. It is most likely a Post-Medieval cast lead object: a palm guard, for use by a leather worker to protect the palm whilst stitching. In plan it is oval in shape, pointed at one end. It is D-shaped in cross-section. Bailey (1995, 64-65) dates such objects to the 17th century onwards…
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-4EDB34
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Probably a cast lead alloy cup weight dating from the Medieval to the Post-Medieval period, (AD1100-1700). The object is roughly circular in plan and has a raised rim making it dish shaped in cross-section. The centre and base of the object are undecorated. It has a light brown patina and is in good condition. Similar to LVPL-4580A6, LVPL-4861D1, LANCUM-7B4D41 and KENT-E37B61 dated 1100-1200AD although this example has a pelleted decoration on the rim on the database. Lead weights are common throughout the Medieval and Post-Medieval period and have changed little over time. Alte…
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2015
Last updated: Thursday 2nd May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-4F1CC2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead hem weight of post-medieval date. It is a flat discoid weight with a slight rim around the circumference of one side. It has three circular stitching holes. It is lightly patinated all over. It is similar to other examples recorded on the database, for example NLM-0BF625 and NLM-78DD3E. This example is unusual as other examples recorded only have two holes, the majority weighing between 10g-20g, while the large diameter and heavier weight of this example suggests it was for weighing down the hem of a curtain rather than for a dress. The diameter is 34mm and the weight 51.56g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-4F44BA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight of probable Post-Medieval date. The weight is cylindrical in shape with a flattened head and expanding toward the slightly convex base. There is a narrow circular perforation through the centre of the weight. It has a slight brown patination. Due to a lack of excavated examples these weights must remain undated with any precision. The diameter is 25mm, the length is 21mm, and the weight 81.77g. Similar examples recorded: SUSS-316C83, NMS-42F732.
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-4FB474
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead Post Medieval weight (c AD1500-1800). The weight is sub triangular with a rounded base and triangular cross section. There is a suspension perforation hole on the narrowing point of the weight. This sort of weight could have been used for many purposes for many periods and so is difficult to date precisely when found out of context. The length is 35mm, the width is 18mm and the weight 52.35g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2015
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Record ID: LANCUM-2087E5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The object is broadly circular in plan and cylindrical decorated with raised lines and pellets. There is a circular aperture through the centre of the object which may suggest this is a spindle whorl rather than a weight. It is decorated with raised pellets. These types of objects are hard to date as their appearance remained unchanged for many hundreds of years. However it is likely that this spindle whorl is of medieval date (AD 1200-1500). Helen Geake writes: "Dating of lead whorls is difficult. The drop spind…
Created on: Monday 16th February 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 20th May 2015
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