Record ID: NARC-8272BC
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Mount of Post-Medieval to Modern date (AD 1700-1900). The object is composed of a circular central plate with four, evenly spaced, circular attachment loops. The back of the plate is slight concave while the upper is slightly convex. The central plate is decorated with a raise moulded design depicting a bust facing right in a classical style. The metal is might green in colour with a slightly pitted patina. Length: 13.52mm, Width: 13.65mm, Thickness: 1.72mm, Weight: 1.0g Similar examples can be seen on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database: …
Created on: Thursday 14th April 2022
Last updated: Thursday 21st April 2022
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Record ID: NARC-188A68
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver Shilling of William III (AD 1694-1702). Third bust. Cruciform shield reverse. London mint. AD 1690. Diameter: 25.60mm, Thickness: 1.26mm, Weight: 5.6g The coin has a split at 10 O’clock Spink (2013). P 367, No 3505 Obverse description: Laureate bust right Obverse inscription: GVLIEMVS/III DEI·GRA Reverse description: Cruciform shields Reverse inscription: 16/90MAG/BRFRA/ETHIB/REX Die Axis: 6
Created on: Wednesday 27th January 2021
Last updated: Thursday 4th November 2021
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Record ID: SUR-DA87B3
Object type: INTAGLIO
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An oval neoclassical intaglio of late 18th-19th century date which is held in an oval copper alloy frame, 24.9mm in length. The intaglio is orange and banded and made from a thin polished slice of a silicate mineral such chalcedony or agate (or perhaps a synthetic imitation such as glass / paste). The gem has a carved image of a young male bust wearing a radiate crown. The frame has traces of gilding and expands towards the front; there are no fixings aside from a strump of a lug or loop at the top of the rear part of the frame.
Created on: Tuesday 12th January 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 12th January 2021
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Record ID: BUC-944E2C
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Published
A hoard of 50 1oz South African Krugerrand gold coins struck by the Rand Refinery in Germistone, South Africa and comprised of 48 coins minted in 1974 (bags 1-48) and 2 coins minted in 1975 (bags 49-50).  The hoard was discovered during the 2020 Coronavirus lockdown and remained with finder until 07/10/2020 due to social distancing restrictions.  The coins were divided between two white plastic coin tubes, one wrapped in a small white towel with pink edging and secured with an elastic band, the other wrapped in an NS&I envelop and pages from a magazin…
Created on: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Last updated: Monday 26th June 2023
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Record ID: BUC-B34F63
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead post modern pendant dating to AD 1800- 2000. The pendant is pointed oval in shape, and a dark grey colour. Side 1: MARY CONCEIVED WITHOUT SIN PRAY FOR US WHO HAVE RECOURSE TO THEE Mary with arms outstretched, with halo, stars behind. Side 2: S IOSEPH EXAMPLE OF HUMILITY AND OF OBENDIENCE PRAY FOR US Joseph seated with the baby Jesus on one knee. The pendant measures 47.3mm in length, 32.4mm in width, 3.9mm in thickness, and weighs 17.58g. The pendant is probably a religious token or souvenir. Similar pendants on the database include WMID-2E3B70, NLM-9BC610, and…
Created on: Monday 9th April 2018
Last updated: Friday 3rd May 2019
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Record ID: LANCUM-F3E7CE
Object type: TOY
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy toy coin of modern date. The obverse reads H. R. H. ALBERT. P.W. around a central left-facing profile bust. The reverse reads 12 PENCE MAKE 1 SHILLING. This particular toy coin probably dates between 1841 and 1850. It cannot be earlier than the creation of Prince Albert Edward (later Edward VII) as Prince of Wales in December 1841, and may have been produced to commemorate this event. See also PUBLIC-71F01C.
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Monday 2nd November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Astwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-8A0B21
Object type: TOY
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A miniature cast lead alloy handle from a toy barrel tap, probably of 19th century date.
Created on: Wednesday 11th December 2013
Last updated: Friday 17th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-841124
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete wrought iron object, of probable Late Post Medieval to Modern dating (1700 - 1900 AD), of uncertain use and function. The object consists of a rectangular sectioned tang, with an incomplete sheet of iron (now triangular in shape) riveted to the end with two circular rivets. It measures 108.08mm in length. 36.82mm wide and 9.20mm thick. It weighs 33.2 grams.
Created on: Monday 25th June 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 27th June 2012
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Record ID: BUC-AAA9E7
Object type: TOY
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Part of a hollow cast lead alloy toy gun, designs remain on it but are to difficult to make out with any certainty. A flash pan for putting in and igniting gunpowder remains so presumably this was a working model. The barrel appears incomplete
Created on: Sunday 27th February 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope XR Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-AA8F07
Object type: WATCH
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A watch winding key consisting of a rectangular plate with projections. The pattern and writing on each side is identical, 97 MARKET on one edge, MANCHESTER on the other an in the centre an open letter S with H SAMUEL inside the letter.
Created on: Sunday 27th February 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope XR Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-63D442
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A stamped gilded copper alloy mount with Queen Victoria's head as a centre piece surrounded by four semi cicular plates with significant dates/moments of her life noted on them. The top semi circular plate is holed so that this mount can be attached to something else for display purposes. The lower plate has the words Victoria Jubilees and the latest date of 1887
Created on: Thursday 24th February 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 9th March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope CF Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-636F06
Object type: WATCH
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Gilt Metal Advertising Key. Bedford. Circa 1890. This gilt metal advertising pocket watch key is signed on one side "A R Lindley, Bedford" and on the other side "Watchmaker & Jeweller". The key measures 37mm wide x 11mm deep. The key is a size 2 - 3 approx
Created on: Thursday 24th February 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 11th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope CF Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-26DB85
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cartwheel penny, worn but with details still partially visible 1797
Created on: Monday 21st February 2011
Last updated: Thursday 31st March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope CF Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-E4F9E3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
George III shilling. Ovb: Laureate bust right GEOR.III D.G.BRITT.REX F.D. 1816
Created on: Friday 18th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 18th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope CF Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-246351
Object type: TRAP
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Part of an iron lever with a forked end (broken). The lever has a slightly curved handle with a knobbed end. Near the forked end of the handle are two semi-circular plates with a circular rivet through them for attachment to another object. The lever appears to have pivoted on this attachment. There is a short section of straight handle after this point before the lever forms a square, branched terminal. The ends of this appear to be broken. The photograph used for recording is unclear but there may be another circular screw or rivet on the handle below the area of attachment. The fin…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd October 2006
Last updated: Thursday 10th November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sherington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-82A832
Object type: ROTARY KEY
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Gilded copper-alloy key complete with integral swivel, key ring and final attachment piece. The total measurement is 63mm. Measurements (below) refer to the key in isolation only.
Created on: Wednesday 26th January 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-0581E5
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Milton Keynes
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy lion rampant supporting a curved edge, possibly a shield. The animal's feet are missing. The back of the object has no evidence of fittings but the lion may be part of a badge.
Created on: Friday 21st January 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hanslope', grid reference and parish protected.