Record ID: LVPL-DA69AA
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy tog firgurine dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1750-1900). The toy is in the form of a man that is slightly seated or leaning backwards. His hands are placed at his hips and the legs terminate in a worn break just below the knees. His head is facing slightly downwards. The figure is wearing elaborate clothing that includes a hat positioned at the back of his head, trousers that are puffed at the thighs and a top that has a large, flat and wavy collar. The object has a dark grey patina. Dimensions: Height 27.4mm, thickness 7.5mm; weight 34.95g The sty…
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-47AB03
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy standing weight dating from the medieval period onwards (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is broadly pyramidal in form with a rectangular base. At the top is a circular perforation for suspension. The object is undecorated and has a light grey patina. Dimensions: Length 41.5mm, Width at base 26.6mm, Thickness 13mm at base; Weight 72.51g Weights can be hard to date due to being a functional item that has not altered significantly over time. Biggs and Withers (2000) note that standing weights made of lead were still used in comparatively recent times.
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-349CEB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver shilling of William III (AD 1694-1702) dated to 1694-1702. Mint: unclear. Both faces are illegible. Obverse: Laureate, draped bust facing right; [GVLIELMVS III DEI GRA] Reverse: Crowned shields of England, Scotland, France and Ireland arranged in a cruciform; lion of Nassau at centre; [MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX ...]
Created on: Tuesday 14th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-C86674
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy snake-headed finger ring dating to the Roman period (c.AD 43-250). The ring is formed of a strip of metal that is rectangular in section and bent into an irregular circle. The two terminals have rounded ends and slight;y over lap each other. The zoomorphic terminals are decorated with incised lines; a cross on each head where the lines traverse intersect at the bottom rather than the centre. Below the cross are three incised horizontal lines to form at collar at the neck / base of the head. The rest of the band is undecorated and the object has a smooth dark br…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 1st June 2023
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Record ID: LANCUM-2030B6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern Customs and Excise seal, possibly copper alloy, CUSTOMS AND EXCISE MS around the perimeter of one face, with a crown impressed in a central recess. The other face is partial but the letters NEW can be discerned and it is likely to relate to NEWCASTLE and to be cast with raised numbers relating to the status of the goods concerned Dimensions: 16.38mm maximum width, weighs 4.25g
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 8th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Formby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-202617
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern Customs and Excise seal, possibly copper alloy, CUSTOMS AND EXCISE MS around the perimeter of one face, with a crown impressed in a central recess. The other face is largely illegible but is likely to be cast with raised numbers relating to the status of the goods concerned Dimensions: 15.64mm maximum width and weighs 4.37g
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 8th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Formby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-1FEAAB
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern Customs and Excise seal, possibly copper alloy, CUSTOMS AND EXCISE MS around the perimeter of one face, with a crown impressed in a central recess. The other face is largely illegible but is likely to be cast with the name LIVERPOOL Dimensions: 16.96mm maximum width, weighs 4.96g
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 8th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Formby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-1F80B7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern Customs and Excise seal, possibly copper alloy, CUSTOMS AND EXCISE MS around the perimeter of one face, with a crown impressed in a central recess. The other face is partial but reads NEWCASTLE and is embossed with the number 84 Dimensions: 15.87mm maximum width and weighs 4.32g
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 8th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Formby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-CC446B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post medieval silver half groat of Henry VIII (1509-1547), second coinage, dating to 1531-1544. Obverse features crowned bust facing right. Reverse has fourchee cross on shield with coat of arms. An example of North (1991: 110) no. 1772. Minted at York under Archbishop Thomas Wolsey. Measurements: 17.9mm diameter, 0.4mm thickness, weight 0.85g
Created on: Monday 27th February 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 7th March 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-3A74E7
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A corroded, cast iron cannon ball, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The object is spherical with a rough and pitted surface. with corrosion scale adhering loosely to the surface, dark orange-red in colour. There are no visible marks related to casting. Dimensions: Diameter 57mm; weight 750.6g The diameter and weight of the ball could be suggestive of its use in a 60mm or 70mm cannon (See: http://www.civilwarartillery.com/shottables.htm). The object was found in the Liverpool area which was besieged multiple times during the English Civil War. It is…
Created on: Thursday 3rd November 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 27th September 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-EAF107
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy ram in the shape of a ram's head, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The object is a front aspect view of a ram's head with moulded decoration. It has a long snout and raised eyes. One side of the face retains a horn and most of an ear, whereas the other side presents a worn break. The reverse is flat wit a square shaped mount in the centre. The object has a dark green patina with patches of red. Dimensions: Length 40.55mm; width 34.75mm; thickness 8.32mm; weight 26.26g
Created on: Thursday 6th October 2022
Last updated: Friday 7th October 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-078330
Object type: STEELYARD WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A mostly complete lead steelyard weight dating to the Roman period (c.AD 43-410). The weight is spherical with a slightly pointed top. At the apex is an incomplete iron suspension loop. The weight itself has a powdery white / grey pitted patina and the loop has thick iron corrosion products around it. Dimensions: Length 37.07mm; diameter 25.26mm; weight 95.14g
Created on: Wednesday 8th June 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 28th June 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-CE6F36
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead / lead aloy face of a man, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The face is flat and presents crudely cast features of an adult male. The facial features are close together; the eyes are almond shaped, the nose is flat and the mouth is a worn horizontal oval. The figure appears to be wearing a hat that is incomplete. The reverse is flat. Overall, the object has a dark grey patina. Dimensions: Length 42.68mm; width 31.9mm; thickness 9.09mm; weight 58.3g Post medieval figurines and toy and illustrated in Forsyth and Egan (2005: 144-176).…
Created on: Thursday 12th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 7th June 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-BA4C28
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy object, probably a weight dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1300-1700) The object is circular and D-shaped in section with a shallow domed face and flat reverse. The surface is undecorated and has a cream / grey patina. Dimensions: Diameter 27mm; thickness 6.7mm; weight 25.71g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwards. The mass does not se…
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 19th May 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-BA2A29
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with rounded edges and a large central perforation measuring 9mm in diameter. Both faces have worn surfaces and appear to present the same decoation of raised lines raidating from the centre, with possible pellets between each. The surface has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 26.5mm; thickness 10mm; weight 31.77g Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly discovered in datea…
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 19th May 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-BA03B6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and corroded copper alloy halfpenny of George I dating to 1717-1724. The reverse is completely worn. Obverse: Laurette bust right. Legend: GEOR[GIVS REX] Reverse: Britannia seated left with spear and shield. Legend: [BRITANNIA]
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 19th May 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-B9D404
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead toy pistol handle dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1650 - 1800). The object is circular to one end, curving and widening to the sub-oval cross-sectioned handle. The circular end in incomplete. The body of the handle is decorated with three raised ridges, each with repeating pellets along the length. The object have a dark cream patina. Dimensions: Length 58.9mm; width 27.8mm; thickness 11.3mm; weight 43.55g The shape of the handle copies that of muzzle loading pistols of the late 17th and early 18th centuries, suggesting a date of c.AD 1650 - …
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 19th May 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-0A0F5A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete polyhedral lead weight, probably dating to the early medieval period (c.AD 850-950). The weight has eight unequal sides with each face presenting incised lines of inconsistent directions. One face appears to have a square in the centre. The edges are rounded which may be due to abrasion from the sea (found on coastland).The object has a smooth dark grey patina. Dimensions: Length 11.6mm; width 11.23mm; weight 9.7g Similar polyhedral weights have been discovered at the Viking camp/settlement at Torksey, see DENO-C08136; DENO-C075A3; DENO-C065B4 andDENO-9458A3 …
Created on: Thursday 3rd March 2022
Last updated: Friday 13th May 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-0957F4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
An early medieval copper alloy Northumbrian penny (styca) of Eanred (810-840), later phase (North 1994:186; Spink 2016: 862), moneyer: Brother. Refs: North 1994: 71 no.186; Spink 2016: 104; Naismith 2017: 120-1. Obverse: Central pellet. Legend: +EANRED REX Reverse: Central cross. Legend: +BRODR Stycas are not common finds outside of the core area of Deira (southern Northumbria), North Lincolnshire and the northern half of Lincolnshire.
Created on: Thursday 3rd March 2022
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-0903FB
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A mostly complete copper alloy medieval buckle (c.AD 1300-1450). The buckle is oval shaped and D-shaped in section. It has a narrow offset strap bar with rounded terminal knops. The wire pin is missing from the strap bar. The bar measures 2.12mm in diameter. The pin resting bar has a moulded design of a series of grooves and has a protruding rounded knop on each end. The buckle has a corroded dark brown surface with salty crust on much of the frame Dimensions: Length 24.75mm; width 20.77mm; thickness 3.41mm; weight 3.26g The buckle is similar to those illustrated in Ega…
Created on: Thursday 3rd March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 15th March 2022
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Record ID: LVPL-50F868
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I (1558-1603), dated to 1582-1603. Minted in London, North 2016. Obverse: Crowned bust left, two pellets behind. Legend: E D G ROSA SINE SPINA Reverse: Square shield with long cross fourcée. Legend: CIVI/[TAS/LON/DON]
Created on: Tuesday 25th February 2020
Last updated: Friday 12th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Formby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-0C261E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast piece in the shape of skull and cross bones. Probably cast in copper alloy, with evidence of additional cold working to features of the skull. Moderate corrosion / patination on surface. Object is uniface, and not decorated on the back side.
Created on: Monday 24th June 2019
Last updated: Friday 30th August 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-8D158E
Object type: MEDALLION
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two copper-alloy medallions probably of 19th-20th century date possibly of religious origin due to oval shape and resemblance to other small medallions of religious types. Both are of the same dimensions and possibly the same design, though they are so equally corroded across all four of the faces that detailed identification is impossible. MD1:- chipped at side, has two prongs remaining of former suspension loop. Both sides very badly corroded but draped female figure may be visible on one side. Length:- 24mm Width:- 17.5mm Thickness:-0.8mm MD2:- edge is complete, corrosion has…
Created on: Tuesday 19th June 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 26th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-7C4291
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper (possibly with large amount of lead) alloy leg and attached base, probably from a cooking vessel or plate of some kind and of a post-medieval date. The leg is roughly pyramidal in shape, in a width to height proportion of approximately 2:1. It is unornamented and terminates in a simple rounded point. The attached area of base curves slightly but beyond a rough estimation of an approximate 20 cm diameter no more can be ascertained as to the purpose of the vessel.
Created on: Monday 18th June 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 10th July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-7BE059
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead ball, probably a post medieval pistol ball or other type of shot. A small battle was fought in Melling during the English Civil War, giving an estimated date of 1642-1651. The ball has no distinct casting seam but does have a small protrusion.
Created on: Monday 18th June 2018
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-7BC34B
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron ball, possibly a piece of canister shot from a post medieval gunpowder weapon. The object is roughly spherical with an uneven surface, mostly coated in reddish orange iron oxide rust. A small battle was fought in the area of Melling during the English Civil War, suggesting a date of AD 1642-1651.
Created on: Monday 18th June 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 26th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-F9D407
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
An unlooped palstave haft-flanged axe head resembling the Ulrome type, 1600-1300 BC, Acton Park, Phase II. The blade is crescent shaped and asymmetrical, with flanges that flare out from the top and bottom of the butt. The butt is blade-like itself and very narrow. PUBLIC-C8562E and DUR-41AE2E are similar, though the flanges of the latter are wider. total length:- 141 mm length across blade:-50 mm top flange width:- 25 mm Bottom Flange width:- 23 mm
Created on: Tuesday 12th June 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-753118
Object type: PIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy pin of medieval to post medieval date. The object has a globular head and a circular sectioned shaft. The head measures 11.5mm in width. The shaft measures 5mm in width where it meets the head and tapers to a rounded point measuring 2mm in width. There is no collar. The object has a mid-green patina in places. Dimensions: 59mm in length, 11.5mm in width, 10.35g. It is noted in Egan & Forsyth (1997:222) that: "Pins are recovered in abundance from almost all sites yielding 15th and 16th century material. They were indispensable and vast quantities were used in Engla…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Monday 9th April 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-32F8E2
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-Medieval to Modern cast copper-alloy figurine (c. AD 1650-1850). This figurine is a human, probably male standing, facing forwards. There is no visible clothing or drapery and the facial features are worn. At the top of the head is a rounded projection, possibly representing a helmet or it may be an incomplete attachment. The figure's right arm is raised forwards and bends down just above the elbow at an unnatural angle before terminating with a break. The left arm is slightly bent at the elbow and rests down by his hip. The figure possibly holds a long thin…
Created on: Saturday 20th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2019
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Record ID: LVPL-499924
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-Medieval Irish copper-alloy 'gun money' shilling of James II (1685-1691 AD), dated 1690 on coin and minted in April at Dublin or Limerick. Spink no: 6582D Obverse: IACOBVS II DI GRATIA; laureate and draped bust left. Reverse: 1690 . MAG . BR . FRA . ET . HIB . REX; Crown with two sceptres crossed behind, in each quarter XII//I/R//MAY: (XII = denomination). These were official tokens issued in Ireland when James was attempting to recover the English throne and were supposed to be exchanged for silver coins of equivalent value. They were made from old cannon, bells and scra…
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-FF28C3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver voided long cross cut halfpenny of Henry III, (1216-1272). Reverse: [DAV]/ION/LVN/[DEN]; voided long cross dividing legend. Class Vg, North no. 997. AD1251-1272.
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-81AC73
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy button of post-medieval date. The object is circular in plan. The button immitates a coin depicting Nero surrouned by the legend []NERO CAESAR AVG P M []. The button has a mid brown patina and is c.18th or 19th century in date. A similar example which can be found on the database includes BERK-290012.
Created on: Friday 24th November 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B1EB1A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver halfgroat of Edward III (1327-1377), pre-treaty series E minted at the royal mint at York dating to 1353-55/6. Reverse: + POS/VI DEV/ADIVT/ORE mE; CIVI/TAS/EBO/RACI; long cross dividing legends.
Created on: Thursday 2nd November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 2nd November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-24223C
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small metal object of high copper content, probably for attachment as a component of a larger object or metal bowl. The object tapers from a flat plate of roughly triangular shape to a thick projection. The plate is pierced through with two precise holes. The projection is composed of two parrallel spirals, and possibly forms the footing.
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2017
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Homer Green', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-F4BB10
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Penny of Edward I, minted in York. Obverse :- Forward facing standardised portrait of Edward I, with a star shaped on breast. Legend: [EDWA]R ANGL DNS HY[B] Reverse:- Long cross separating four groups of three pellets. Legend: CIVIT[AS] EBORAC[UM] Quite worn, seemingly extensive clipping. Seaby:- 1408. North:- 1037/1
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 26th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-CD9D36
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete damaged or miscast copper alloy flanged axehead of Middle Bronze Age date, probably of the Acton Park or Taunton metalwork assemblage and dating from c.1500 to c. 1300BC. The blade of the palstave is worn and uneven with a blunt a convex cutting edge. The rear part of the axe (from the stop ridge to the butt) is sub-rectangular in plan. The butt end is missing due to an ancient break. The rear of the axehead has been damaged or miss-cast so that the septum (the area between the flange facets and the stop ridge) is missing or 'filled in' on one face and complete on …
Created on: Friday 23rd June 2017
Last updated: Thursday 13th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-BB9337
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy toy soldier of Post-medieval to modern date (AD 1700-1850). The toy is single sided and most probably of Napoleon, depicted in typical dress with arms crossed over his chest. The lower half of the toy is missing. The stomach is rounded and the legs are defined by a groove at the front of the object. The hair and facial features on the figure are worn. The rear of the object narrows at the waist however there is no detailed definition or decoration. The legs terminate with rounded breaks which are worn. The object has a mid-white patina and is in good c…
Created on: Thursday 22nd June 2017
Last updated: Saturday 2nd November 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-899A78
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver threepence of Elizabeth I, (AD1558-1603). Reverse: POSVI DEV [ADIV]TOREM MEV; long cross over square shield [157]3 above shield. IM: Ermine (1572-1573). North no. 1998. Clipped.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd May 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-896D28
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy asymmetrical mount of post-medieval date. The object is flat with two integral pointed lugs projecting from the rear. The outer face is decorated with a worn floriated motif. The object has a dark green patina and has the remains of a black coating in places. A similar example which has been dated to the 17th century can be found in Read, (2001), p35 cf no.291. Dimensions: 35mm in length, 15mm in width, 1.5mm thick, 3.8g
Created on: Tuesday 2nd May 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-EC0DAC
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Early medieval biconvex cast lead weight probably a spindle whorl probably dating from the 9th to the 14th century. It has a possible runic or pseudo-runic inscription on one side obscured by corrosion with a raised zigzag or radiating line pattern and on the other side possibly a stylised star motif. The diameter is 33mm and the weight 24.31g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 6th October 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-EBFD28
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Charles I shilling of Group E, initial mark unknown, dating to from late 1630s-43AD. [CARLOVS D G MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX] is the ob legend and [CHRISTO A]VSPICE RE[GNO] is the rev legend. The diameter is 30mm and the weight 4.82g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 22nd May 2017
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Record ID: LANCUM-EBF5BA
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy mount probably dating to the Post Medieval period 1600 to 1800AD. The mount is circular and appears to have been attached to or mounted on another object possibly as a lid but has an as yet unidentified purpose and no parallels have been so far found. It would seem likely that it is a component of a much larger object probably machinery. The length is 60mm, the width is 35mm and the weight 72.68g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 1st May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-EBE8B2
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy funnel shaped object probably dating to the Post Medieval to Early Modern period 1700 to 1900AD. The funnel has an unidentified purpose and no parallels have been so far found. It is a composite item with the main body of the funnel being made of copper alloy with iron rivets and an iron attachment. It would seem likely that it is a component of a much larger object probably machinery. The length is 60mm, the width is 35mm and the weight 72.68g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 30th May 2017
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Record ID: LANCUM-EBCAC7
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy dagger chape dating to the Post Medieval in date 1500 to 1700AD. The chape is shield shaped with an inwardly curved top edge. The upper surface of the chape is decorated with a foliate design. The reverse is undecorated and has a lip around the edges. The back plate is missing however this is common as the back plate was made of a thinner sheet of alloy and they rarely survive intact. The length is 38mm, the width is 34mm and the weight 17.68g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 30th May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-EBB875
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy mount possibly from a furniture fitting in the form of a flower dating to the Post Medieval in date 1600 to 1800AD. The length is 56mm, the width is 56mm and the weight 91.48g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 15th May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-EB7ACB
Object type: CHISEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy tool, probably an engraving tool, burin, chisel, awl, punch or stylus, of uncertain date possibly a Roman pairing chisel of Mannings type 1 (Manning 1989 p. 20) dating to the period c. AD 43 - 410. But the object could be upto Post Medieval in date as it is also similar to a type of nail was commonly used to fix planking or decking on wooden ships and was used over a fairly long time span from the medieval to post-medieval. It is a rod which is circular in section. At one end it tapers to a square section and then reduced to a point. At the other end is a flattened head…
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 15th May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-9B555D
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Early medieval biconvex cast lead weight probably a spindle whorl probably dating from the 9th to the 14th century. It has a possible runic or pseudo-runic inscription on one side obscured by corrosion with a raised zigzag or radiating line pattern and on the other side possibly a stylised star motif. The length is 30mm, width 28mm and the weight 30.5g.
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Last updated: Thursday 6th October 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-8A0D61
Object type: CHISEL
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Possibly an incomplete mid to late Bronze Age tang off a chisel or awl, probably dating from the Ewart Park phase, c 1150- 800BC. The length is 54mm, the width is 12mm thickness 8mm and the weight 14.64g. Tanged chisels, which date from c. 1150-850 BC, are known from several hoards and as isolated finds. Several tanged chisels, or elements of them, are recorded on this database (for example, see BH-49EAD8). Tanged chisels and awls have few diagnostic features and change little through time, making their dating and identification more difficult and their dating is further hampered by a…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-8A066E
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy anthropormorphic mount possibly an escutcheon from a vessel or similar dating to circa AD 1st to 5th century AD. It is roughly lozenge shaped with concave back face and moulded/domed front face, and in the form of a cherubic male face and depicts what appears to be a human face possibly cherubic male. The bulbous nose is flanked by deeply set eyes and an open mouth. The object has a mid green coloured patina across all surfaces. The length is 24mm, the width is 19mm and the weight 4.11g. The dating of cherubic mounts is often problematic since simila…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-89FC78
Object type: RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy ring dating to the post-medieval period 1600 to 1800AD. The hoop is made from a flat rectangular band of copper alloy soldered together. The ring is a circular plain band with a dark green patina. The diameter is 22mm and the weight 4.13g
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LANCUM-89E0B7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A contemporary forgery of a George III half spade guinea, these were one of the most forged coins in the 18th century and also copied were used as gaming tokens and counters date will be 1780s-1800AD.The diameter is 16mm and the weight 0.92g.
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-D97B4E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: The object is a strip of silver with a pattern of what appear to be stamped lines on one side, cut at both ends and bent. There are no visible test marks, and no trace of solder or other fastening. Dimensions: 8mm wide, and 1mm thick. Weight 4.52g Discussion: The object has some similarities with so-called broad-band arm-rings of the late 9th and 10th centuries, produced in Viking contexts around the Irish Sea. Such pieces were commonly cut-up as 'hack-silver', valued by weight within a bullion economy. Finds of arm-rings of this type are recorded from Viking hoar…
Created on: Wednesday 24th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 16th January 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-52EE41
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An 18th century Dutch copper alloy duit. Reverse: worn wreath. Obverse: shield bearing cross and with lion supporters. Due to the wear within the wreath the Province and date cannot be pinned down. Similar coins which have been recorded on the PAS database include IOW-8EC403 which says: By the seventeenth century the Netherlands had become a prosperous country through its shipping trade across Europe and its trade links with the Far East. The United Dutch East India Company (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) was formed in 1602 in order to unite various small trade companies which …
Created on: Thursday 30th June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 16th August 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-1EE578
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy spindle whorl probably of medieval to post-medieval date. The object is sub-oval in plan with an irregular central circular perforation. The perforation measures 11mm in diameter. Each face is worn with a light greyish brown patina and is undecorated. The surfaces of the spindle whorl are uneven with large pitting 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. Dimensions: 26mm in diameter…
Created on: Thursday 28th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 28th April 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DB4434
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object has a flat base, bulbous body and long tubular neck. At the top of the neck the object flattens out forming a rim. The mouth of the object has been damaged. A circular hole runs through the length of the object and its use as a vessel would therefore be impractical. The hole measures 4.5mm in width. Above the base of the object the lower body is decorated with two transverse rows of grooves in the form of rope-work. Possible functions for the object may be as a votive offering representing a vessel, or a toy. The light …
Created on: Friday 12th February 2016
Last updated: Friday 12th February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-FB4EE6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy token or gaming piece of Medieval to Post-Medieval date, circa AD 1200 - 1800. The object is sub-circular in plan and flat. The object is uniface, decorated on one face only, with a cross. Two strands of the cross are voided while the other two are formed from a single ridge. A single pellet decorates each angle of the cross. The object has a mid-brown patina and is in fair condition. Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as use as tallies, gaming pieces, tickets, weights, etc. and are believed to have been locally produced; they are therefore difficu…
Created on: Wednesday 20th January 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 27th January 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B5B9AE
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy gaming piece or weight dating from the medieval to the post-medieval period, (AD1100-1700). The object is circular in plan and has a raised rim making it dish shaped in cross-section. In the centre of the object is a moulded and flattened ring-and-dot like motif or circumferential band surrounding a raised flattened area. The rear of the object is undecorated. The object has a light brown patina and is in good condition. A similar weight which has been recorded on the database is LVPL-4580A6, https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/522433. Dimensions:…
Created on: Thursday 5th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 5th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B57522
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy figurine of possible post-medieval date. The figurine is anthropomorphic (human like), consisting of a standing female figure. The head is globular. No facial details remain. The arms are at her sides, slightly away from her body in a welcoming gesture. The figure's right knee is slightly bent inwards. At the rear of the object a central groove defines the back which curves outwards at the waist emphasising the figure's posterior. Between the hips a hole is drilled through the figure measuring 4mm in diameter. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soi…
Created on: Thursday 5th November 2015
Last updated: Thursday 5th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-BFF3DB
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy bow brooch of the Wirral type dating to the Roman period. The object is a hinged example. The head is stepped as is typical of this type and is incomplete due to ancient breaks. The headloop missing. The lower step is decorated with a series of incised vertical grooves. The upper bow is decorated with three raised vertical panels with alternating enamelled cells in each panel. The central panel is infilled with degraded blue enamel in one cell, the other cells are empty. The right hand panel has three cells infilled with yellow enamel and two empty cells. The left …
Created on: Wednesday 1st April 2015
Last updated: Thursday 29th October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-52A0BE
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast probably pewter alloy whistle of Post-medieval date, circa AD 1750 -1900. The whistle is in the form of a pipe bowl which is sub-conical with a hollow interior and short circular projection extending from the upper surface and terminating in a worn break representing the remains of the stem. The surface of the bowl is decorated with irregularly spaced raised pellets and a faint casting line is present on the longitudinal axis. Similar examples have been recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme data base as SWYOR-1BA6D0, NMGW-D888C6, NCL-754936, SWYOR-81CE24 and…
Created on: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'SOUTHPORT', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B0645C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Edward I/II, c. AD 1307-1309class 10cf3b1,London mint. As North number 1042/2.
Created on: Friday 12th December 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 10th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B0554E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Edward I or II, c. AD 1307-1309,class 10cf3b,Canterbury mint. As North number 1042/2
Created on: Friday 12th December 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 10th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AFCFE5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver coin of uncertain ruler, c. AD 1558-1649. It appears to have been cut in half and has then been further damaged.
Created on: Friday 12th December 2014
Last updated: Thursday 18th December 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AE44FC
Object type: RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy ring of Roman to Medieval date. It is circular in form and in section with ribs around the outside edge. This is a simple ring which could have performed a variety of functions from harness fitting through curtain ring.
Created on: Friday 12th December 2014
Last updated: Thursday 18th December 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-716554
Object type: WEDGE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy tool, possibly a wedge or punch, of unknown date, possibly Roman or Medieval. The artefact is formed from a sub-rectangular bar, one end has been hammered to form a wedge, and this part is distorted. The worked edge has not been sharpened. There is no decoration present, however there are some diagonal file marks suggesting some form of finishing after casting. The worked edge measures 6.46mm in width and is 1.49mm thick. The bar is a light green colour, the patina has been cleaned by the finder using a wire brush and therefore cannot be used to gage the age of …
Created on: Tuesday 9th December 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 25th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0F4ECA
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Late Post Medieval Victorian copper alloy three part livery button. Damaged inscription on the rear appears to read ]RMING[ ]ON(ED)[ ]NOC[, from this it is deduced that the button was manufactured in Birmingham. The outer face is domed and depicts a shield with tasselled cords above it. The coat of arms on the shield is an even armed cross ending in tri lobed terminals, with a small bird in the field in each quadrant. The field within the shield comprises of close set thin parallel horizontal lines. The cross is standing atop what may be a coronet or a fifth songbird. The coat of arms…
Created on: Sunday 17th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-2BC2B6
Object type: MEDAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy (probably spelter) medal struck to commemorate the golden jubilee of Queen Victoria in 1887. It was originally circular, though now heavily damaged around the circumference. The obverse has a bust of Queen Victoria and would have originally bourne the legend VICTORIA QUEEN AND EMPRESS 1837 JUBILEE 1887. The reverse has the legend IN COMMEMORATION OF THE JUBILEE OF H.G.M QUEEN VICTORIA around the Preston Corporation shield. Diameter 37mm Weight 12.62
Created on: Monday 7th April 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Churchtown', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-098B15
Object type: DISC
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval lead or lead alloy serrated disc with sub oval central perforation (max diameter 8mm). Possibly a home made furniture/door mount, or half of a bale, or similar, seal that has been modified to serve as a spinner, game counter or whirligig. Probably dates to between c1500 and c1900 AD. The diameter is 27mm and the weight is 7.79g. While there are no exact parallels on the database, the following share some characteristics with the artefact; BH-C1A5C7 (solid), IOW-9B8222 (whirligig), and NLM-FEBE65 (game counter no serrations).
Created on: Wednesday 12th March 2014
Last updated: Monday 19th October 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Southport', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-60DC81
Object type: GUNFLINT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval/modern gun-flint from a flintlock musket. The flint is rectangular in plan and cross-section. The flint is mid to dark grey in colour. The flintlock was introduced in the middle of the 16th century but it was not until the reign of William III that the flintlock became the main regulation firearm for the British Army. The knapped flint was used within the musket mechanism to produce a spark and would last between 20-25 shots before it had to be replaced, ' Clive Bond, 0. PAS Guide to the Identification, Assessment and Recording of Lithics : PAS, pp163-164'.
Created on: Thursday 20th February 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B54C71
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy sestertius dating to the mid 2nd century AD. Possibly of Marcus Aurelius, (AD161-180). Obverse: worn bust right. Reverse: worn.
Created on: Wednesday 12th February 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sefton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B54166
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy flat disc brooch dating to the Roman period, (AD43-410). The object is oval in plan however all the outer edges have been damaged. The object is decorated with two slightly raised oval bands of copper alloy which surround a central circular depression. The decoration is very worn and no traces of enamel can be seen. On the rear of the object are an incomplete catchplate and an incomplete fitting which would have housed the hinged pin. The hinge and pin are missing. Each surface of the object is pitted and worn with a mid brown patina.
Created on: Wednesday 12th February 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sefton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-56A617
Object type: RING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy ring of Iron Age to Medieval date (350 BC- AD 1500). The ring consists of a single strip of copper alloy which varies in its width and thickness. The ring is thick measuring 3.44mm at its thickest part and 2.27mm where it is narrowest. This may be due to wear and/ or suspension. The hoop measures 7.71mm where it is widest. The surface is very rough on both the inner and outer face of the hoop. The object has a dark blackish brown patina.
Created on: Tuesday 14th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 15th January 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-EBF480
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead-alloy object of uncertain date, possibly a mount or finial from a larger object. It has a lion's face surrounded by a mane which narrows and elongates below the chin. This projection is oval in cross-section and may have formed a hook when complete. The rear of the object is undecorated and concave. The object has a mid grey patina.
Created on: Thursday 9th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 15th January 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-EA7FD7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy sestertius, possibly of Septimius Severus (AD 193-211). This might be the ADVENTVI AVG FELICISSIMO S C issue of Rome, AD 196-7, which depicts Severus riding right. cf BMC V, plate 25, no. 5.
Created on: Thursday 9th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 16th January 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DFBC26
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper alloy mount, post medieval to modern in date (c AD1600-1900). The mount is hollow with a convex upper face and concave lower face. The mount is in the form of a baby in a basket, which is sitting it what appears to be a boat. At the top of the object two projections are present which probably formed a suspension loop or attachment. The object is in fair condition. Subsequent research by the finder has shown this mount to depict part of the 'eagle and child' badge used by the Stanley family, Earls of Derby who held land in the area. The swaddled child is shown but the ea…
Created on: Wednesday 28th August 2013
Last updated: Monday 29th July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DF9B05
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead shot, probably post medieval in date (c AD1500-1800). The shot is almost cylindrical with considerable dents and wear marks to the surface. The shot is large and heavy, weighing 168.9g. Possibly a weight.
Created on: Wednesday 28th August 2013
Last updated: Friday 6th September 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0D1193
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval lead alloy, or lead, uniface circular weight. Probably a counter weight for measuring something like grain or wool. There are two punched marks like broad 'I's on one face. The weight may have been formed by encapsulating an earlier weight. Dates to between c1500 and c1900 AD. The diameter varies from 28 to 31mm, maximum thickness 11mm, and the weight is 47.23g.
Created on: Monday 13th May 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 4th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Southport', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-4B16D5
Object type: MEDALLION
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Modern copper alloy medallion depicting St Christopher carrying the infant Christ across water. Dates to between c1780 and c1980 AD. The degree of corrosion suggests a probable late 19th to early 20th century date. Inscribed both sides with ST CHRISTOPHER PROTECT US. The diameter is 50mm and the weight is 17.48g.
Created on: Monday 4th March 2013
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-49CD96
Object type: TILE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete ceramic floor tile probably dating to the Medieval period. The object is irregular in plan with each edge being broken. The tile is rectangular in cross-section and flat. The upper face has a reddish brown patina and small patches of a mid-green glaze. The lower face and internal fabric of the tile are a very course mid-brown with large and frequent inclusions. The object has a hard surface.
Created on: Monday 4th March 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL-49A983
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight dating from the Medieval to the Post-Medieval period. The object is circular in plan and conical. There is a circular perforation running through the length of the object measuring 2.89mm in diameter at the top of the object and 8.68mm at the base. The object is undecorated and has an uneven surface. It has a mid white patina.
Created on: Monday 4th March 2013
Last updated: Thursday 11th July 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maghull', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-3797A2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy spindle whorl of Roman to later Medieval date (1100 - 1500 AD). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. The object has a small central circular perforation with an internal diameter of 5.73mm. The edges of the object are decorated with eight lobed projections. The base of the object has a deep groove and two irregular pits which are probably casting flaws. The object has a light white patina and is pitted. Similar examples of spindle whorls have reportedly been found in contexts dated from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval …
Created on: Tuesday 19th February 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sefton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A6C291
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy disc-headed pin dating to the Early Medieval period. The object has a flat circular head which measures 16.43mm in width and is 1.50mm thick. The outer face of the disc is decorated with five punched ring-and-dot motifs surrounding a central ring-and-dot. The dots have an internal diameter of 1.55mm. The rear of the head is undecorated. The shaft is straight and tapers to a rounded point which appears to be complete. The shaft measures 62.66mm in length and is 2.58mm in width. The shaft measures 2.12mm in thickness and is oval in cross-section. The object…
Created on: Friday 26th October 2012
Last updated: Friday 12th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Liverpool', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-7F1C85
Object type: COIN
Broad period: GREEK AND ROMAN PROVINCIAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper tetradrachm of the Kushan Emperor Kanishka I (AD 127-150) made at Begram. The obverse shows the king standing sacrificing at an altar, the reverse shows the god Wesho with four arms, holding his divine attributes (thunderbolt, water-pot, trident). Wesho's imagery shares elements in common with Hindu divinities particularly Siva.
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2012
Last updated: Thursday 25th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C0C3D2
Object type: LITHIC IMPLEMENT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Flint shatter dating to the Prehistoric period, (8300-800BC). The object is sub-oval in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. The dorsal (upper) face is uneven while the ventral (lower) surface is smooth with visible ripples. Ones side of the object is sharp and jagged. There is no retouch. The object is shatter or debris possibly due to lithic production. The flint is a mottled grey colour.
Created on: Monday 15th October 2012
Last updated: Friday 19th October 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C09C21
Object type: LITHIC IMPLEMENT
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A flint scraper dating to the Neolithic period, (3500-2100BC). The object is sub-oval in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. Ripples and facets can be seen on the dorsal (upper) face. The ventral (lower) face is smooth with visible ripples. The bulb of percussion is visible at the proximal end of the ventral face. There is no visible retouch. The implement is made from a toffee brown flint and has been water worn.
Created on: Monday 15th October 2012
Last updated: Friday 19th October 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-077E33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
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: Wednesday 12th September 2012
Last updated: Thursday 12th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Bludell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-07D5F7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy late 17th-century Irish copper-alloy 'gun money shilling' of James II, Dublin or Limerick mint, dated January 1689 AD (Seaby 6581M). Obverse: IACOBVS DEI GRATIA; laureate and draped bust left. Reverse: 1689 MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX: Crown over sceptres dividing JR, XXX above, May below. These were official tokens issued in Ireland when James II was attempting to recover the English throne and were ultimately intended to be exchanged for silver coins of equivalent value. They were made from old cannon, bells and scrap metal. James failed in his attempt and the coins wer…
Created on: Tuesday 20th December 2011
Last updated: Friday 6th January 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-9E6B02
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy seal matrix Little Jock Elliot v Lord Bothwell - The Border Reiver's Balad Wha daur meddle wi me Wha daur meddle wi me My name is Little Jock Elliot And wha daur meddle wi me In raids I am amongst the formost My straik is the first in melee My name is Little Jock Elliot And wha daur meddle wi me I vanquished the Queen's lieutenant And garr'd her troopers flee My name is Little Jock Elliot And wha daur meddle wi me I ride on my fleet footed grey My sword hangind doun by my knee My name is Little Jock Elliot Anmd wha d…
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2011
Last updated: Thursday 24th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-E07F03
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Unusual probably 14th century copper alloy buckle plate. It is decorated with massed punch marks delineating a man wearing a Phrygian cap which is similar to Roman decoration but there are no Roman parallels for this object. Again there are no clear parallels in the medieval for either the method of decoration, with the massed punch marks or the decoration on the corners. But on balance it is probably Medieval 14th century when, after all, they had their contacts with the east. The reddish discolouration suggests it may have been gilded. The length is 45mm, and the width is 22mm.
Created on: Tuesday 6th December 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 17th January 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LAMBOURN', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-E05952
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy strap end dating to the 14th century AD. The length is 47mm, and the width is 13mm.
Created on: Tuesday 6th December 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 17th January 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LAMBOURN', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-E03DA7
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy double-looped composite asymmetrical buckle 1575 - 1650AD . The buckle has one straight side and one rounded (D shaped) loop on either side of a central bar. The strap bar is short so the frame has a slight trapezoidal appearance which is only seen on buckles produced after 1575. These buckles were used for a number of purposes including fastening spurs, waistbelts or baldricks. The buckle was probably afor attaching a spur which was part of normal outdoor dress in the 17th century. Similar to No.560 on p.90 in Whitehead. Buckles 1200 - 1800. 2003. Greenlight Publishing. …
Created on: Tuesday 6th December 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 17th January 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'INCE BLUNDEL', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C37AC5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver shilling of James II, (1685-88). Obverse: IACOBUS II [DEI GRATIA]; Laureate and draped bust right. Reverse: worn. Spink no:3410.
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2011
Last updated: Thursday 3rd November 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sefton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-C85D96
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Published
Silver-gilt signet ring; bezel engraved with a profile head on the classical style within a beaded border. Shoulders have traces of engraved decoration. Dimensions: Length: 15 mm Width: 14 mm Thickness: 2.5 mm Diameter: 26.5 mm Weight: 10.64 g Discussion: The pitting on surface is odd, and raises the potential that this ring has been cast. It is certainly worn and this makes it difficult to be absolutely sure that it is not of more recent manufacture but on balance it is probably a standard late 16th early 17th Century type. Analysis showed that the ring was mercury gilded …
Created on: Thursday 30th June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 18th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lydiate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-F6CCD4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A clipped struck / hammered silver half groat, of Edward IV (1461 - 1483 AD), minted in Canterbury as part of the Light Coinage issue between 1464/5 to 1470 AD. North 1590. Diameter: 17.85mm Thickness: 0.80mm Weight: 1.3 grams
Created on: Wednesday 8th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 12th October 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-EB8531
Object type: SHOE
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete sole from a handmade child's shoe, of Early Modern Dating (Late 19th Century) The shape of the sole is similar to a dumbell (two rounded ends, joined together by a narrow waist). It consists of three layers of leather. The leather layers have been joined by thin copper alloy rivets, riveted through the base. The rivets form a line rounding around the edge of the base. The heel has been made up of all three layers of leather, with part of the heel support still present. It measures 141mm from toe to heel, the widest part of the toe is 45.6mm and the widest part of t…
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 5th May 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-551D96
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast copper alloy book clasp of Howsam type A.1.3, dating to the Medieval period. The object consists of a U-shaped plate with two broken projections at one end which would have originally been lugs pierced to hold an axis bar for attachment to the strap. At the center of the object is a circular perforation which would have fitted over a peg on the book cover, to secure it shut. The object is decorated with a grooved psaltire cross within a square grooved panel. In the center of the cross is the perforation. The narrow end terminates in a break which has rounded due to wea…
Created on: Thursday 18th November 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 19th December 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lunt', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-28C833
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy finger ring dating to the Roman period, (43-410AD). Only the bezel and parts of the shoulders survive intact, the remainder of the ring now missing due to old breaks. The shoulders are D-shaped in section and expand towards the bezel. The bezel itself is oval shaped and expands to the edges of the band. The bezel is very worn and corroded. There is no visible decoration. The finger ring measures 19.51mm in length, 22.84mm in width, 6.41mm thick and weighs 8.9g.
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lunt', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-28BAC1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Obv: CAROLVS D G MAG BRI FR ET HIB REX; crowned bust left with large XII behind. Rev: CHRISTO AUSPICE REGNO; shield. IM: triangle. Group F, North 2231. 1639-1640AD.
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ince Blundell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-282B45
Object type: BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy belt hook dating to the Post-Medieval period. The object consists of a double headed snake which is S-shaped in plan and oval in cross-section. Each side of the object is decorated with the same design which is worn. At one end the snake's head is touching the body, while at the other end the neck remains open. There is a large oval collar at one end of the body. The body is decorated with worn ridges and grooves. The heads of the snake have a rounded nose and a rounded projection at the back of the head. The object is pitted and has been tinned.
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-27D0D8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn late 17th-century Irish copper-alloy 'gun money' halfcrown of James II dated May 1690 AD. Obv: IACOBVS II DE G[R]ATIA; laureate head left. Rev: MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1690; J R either side of crown with sceptre, XXX above crown, May, below. Issued as emergency coinage by James II to pay the troops and is known as 'gun money' because it was made from scrap metal. The coins were dated including the month of issue and it was intended that this coinage would be redeemed as soon as James II regained the English throne.
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd November 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.