Record ID: LANCUM-F1F5E7
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
Cast lead-alloy pilgrim's souvenir or ampulla dating from the later medieval period, i.e. c. 15th-16th century. The ampulla is complete with a circular main body and a funnel/triangular-shaped neck and top. The ampulla carries moulded decoration: an elaborate fleur-de-lis on one side and a crowned (?)flower with stylised lateral foliage on the other side. These motifs are partially obscured by a near-central, neat circular hole, apparently pierced from each side in turn.
Created on: Monday 3rd November 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Garstang', grid reference and parish protected.

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-3BEC10
Object type: DAGGER
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
An extremely rare and important Chalcolithic tanged copper dagger dated by XREF analysis to the early Bronze Age 2400 -2,100BC. Most examples occur in early Beaker 'classic' grave assemblages associated with low-carinated Beakers, wrist guards, etc. The dagger is composed of a blade and hilt plate and there is no obvious break at the end of the hilt plate. The hilt plate would have been of organic material, probably wood, horn or antler. The blade is roughly triangular-shaped and tapers towards the tip. The edges are bevelled, but there are no signs of wear and no resharpening marks. …
Created on: Friday 20th March 2009
Last updated: Thursday 26th May 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'MORECAMBE BAY', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-766141
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
An Early Roman silver Denarius of the Republican period, struck by the moneyer Cn. Gellius at Rome, 138 BC. RRC 232/1 Diameter 17. Weight 3.5g.
Created on: Monday 23rd March 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WYRE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-76AD98
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
An Early Roman silver Denarius of Mark Anthony, Legio VIII, travelling mint, 32-31 BC. Diameter 16. Weight 3.26g. RRC 544/21
Created on: Monday 23rd March 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'WYRE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-B1C776
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
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 indentations on one side only. 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 metal detectorists.…
Created on: Friday 1st May 2009
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'GARSTANG', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-77CF78
Object type: STEELYARD WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
A cast lead-alloy steelyard weight of Roman date. The weight is sub-rectangular in form, tapering towards the top where a broken copper alloy suspension loop is still attached. Rectangular depressions can be seen on two sides and the weight is clearly marked II on one side. The weight has a dull cream/light brown coloured surface. Length: 32mm, width: 20mm.
Created on: Wednesday 9th March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 12th December 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'BURNLEY', 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.

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Record ID: LANCUM-D00858
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Published
The ten coins range in date from AD69-79; all coins were minted under the emperor Vespasian, showing his head on the obverse. The collection was worth 20 asses, which is not an unreasonable amount to carry in a wrist-purse. Since we have no evidence of burial or of a container, it is hard to know whether these coins should be classified as a hoard or as a multiple casual loss. Catalogue (Dr David Shotter): 1) Sestertius: Head of Vespasian right/ [IVDAEA CAPTA S C] As RIC 2(2) (Vespasian), 159 2) Sestertius: Head of Vespasian right/ [ROMA S C] (??) 3) As: Head of Vespasian right ...]…
Created on: Wednesday 26th May 2010
Last updated: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Carnforth', grid reference and parish protected.