Record ID: WMID-545F0A
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub-spherical is shape and has a couple of pits, but does not appear to have been fired. The musket ball has a diameter of 12.1 mm and weighs 9.1g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: WAW-6066FE, WMID-191CF4, SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-543BDE
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy probable uni-face token of later Medieval to Post-Medieval date, circa AD 1450-1800. The token is sub-circular in plan and D-shaped in cross section (it has a domed decorative obverse and flat reverse). The obverse consists of a small cross within a concentric circle. These patterns most likely represent powell type 14 (crosses) and powell type 31 (circular geometric). The reverse is flat and undecorated. Excess material surrounds the edges of the object pattern. The token has a light grey coloured patina ac…
Created on: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-53E219
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1300). The matrix is a circular disc with an integral suspension loop positioned at the top edge of the reverse. The die face has incised details that include an inscription around the outer edge. At the centre of the disc is a decorative central pellet and six narrow point petals. The inscription reads: + S' WILLI.SI R.I . The "S'WILLI" which translates as the seal of William, suggests this is a personal seal but the second part is less certain, likely to be a surname,…
Created on: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-EB5A56
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Post Medieval silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (r. AD 1558 to AD 1603). Second issue. Rose behind bust. Castle intial mark. Date above shield reads 1571.  North Vol 2, p134, no. 1997.
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-EA61F4
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy colchester derivative Polden Hill brooch (possibly CD PH 6.a2-6.a3 type) of Roman date, circa AD 100-175. The brooch is missing its, foot, catchplate, spring and pin. The brooch is T-shaped in plan and the bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. The bow is D-shaped in cross section and tapers to a worn transverse break. The sides of the head are decorated with curved mouldings, characteristic of Polden Hill brooches. At the top of the head is an intact rearward facing…
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-E825AE
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of cast copper alloy Medieval to Post Medieval cooking vessel rim sherd, probably from a cauldron or skillet, dating from c. AD 1200-1800. The fragment consists of the edge of the vessel. The rim has a triangular cross-section and the rest of the vessel is rectangular in cross-section. It has no decoration present.  The vessel fragment is black with traces of green and red in colour and has an uneven surface patina. The fragment is blackened on both sides.  It measures 22.8mm in length and 52.4mm in width. It has a thickness at the rim of …
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-E7E85C
Object type: MEDALLION
Broad period: MODERN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy medallion or pendant, dating to the Modern period (AD 1800-1900).  The medallion is circular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. The obverse is decorated in high relief and consists of a horizontal trapezoidal base and then three rhombus shapes diagonally radiating from the base and descending in size. This creates a sub-triangular decoration. Above this are incised lines radiating outwards to the triangular decoration, most likely representing sun-rays. The reverse is also decorated in high relief and consists of 5 reclining figures with…
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-C1BA25
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified lead object, most likely dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The object consists of a strip of lead which is L shaped in plan and rectangular in cross-section. It would have been T-shaped in plan, but one arm has been folded over to the back of the object. The front face is worn, but does have some relief decoration present, consisting of a raised border and pellets. The reverse is partially covered by the folded arm, but a raised line and two incised lines are present. The object is grey / brown in colour and has an uneven surface patina.  …
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-C164C7
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead button or tobacco lid, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The object has a sub-rectangular head, the face of which is worn and slightly distorted. The reverse presents a small attachement shank, integrally positioned at the centre. Only a small stub of the shank remains. The object has a white / grey patina and has no decoration present. Dimensions: Length 24.4mm;  Width 19mm; thickness 6mm; weight 7.7g. As there isn't a complete shank present, it is unclear if this would have expanded into a loop or as another type of attachem…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BF0C72
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An illegible fragment of a Roman denarius of uncertain Emperor (probably of 1st to 3rd Century AD dating). Reverse type unclear. Probably Mint of Rome. Length: 5.6 mm Width: 10.9 mm Thickness: 1.6 mm Weight: 0.5 g.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BEAB96
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver Medieval penny of Edward III (r. AD 1327-1377), possibly class 15d, dating to AD 1327-1344. Minted at Canterbury. The penny is missing some of its side, resulting in an incomplete legend. 
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BCF0EC
Object type: PIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy pin head of probably Medieval date (c.AD 1200-1400). The pin consists of a globular head that presents deep, curved diagonal grooves; together this give the impression of a twisted rope effect that pinches together the top of the head. Integral to the head is a cylindrical shaft that terminates with a worn break. The pin is dark brown in colour with an even surface patina.  Dimensions: Length: 13.4mm, diameter (head) 8.2mm in diameter; weight 2.4 grams. The date of the object is uncertain. Spherical heads with grooving are a feature of several of Coo…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BCCFA9
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy uni-face token of later Medieval to Post-Medieval date, circa AD 1450-1800. The token is circular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. The obverse consists of a small central pellet and four radiating lines that meet a concentric circle. These patterns most likely represent powell type 3 (segments) and powell type 31 (circular geometric). The reverse is flat and undecorated. A crack is present on the upper surface.  The token has a dark grey and brown coloured patina across both surfaces. …
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BCB283
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy Colchester Derivative (Polden Hill) brooch (type 4.a) dating to circa AD 80 - 120. The catch plate, foot, spring and pin are missing. The brooch head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. At the rear of the head is an oval concave slot for the missing spring. The left wing is semi-circular and concave on the reverse. The right wing is missing. The head has semi circular mouldings either side where the head meets the wings, characteristic of Polden Hill brooches. The bow is D-shaped in cross section …
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-BC6C90
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment probably from a copper alloy double loop buckle of post medieval date c. AD 1650-1720. The buckle fragment consists of only one side of the outer frame and a small piece of the central strap bar.  It is rectangular in cross-section and has no decoration present on either side.  The surface is light-green in colour with a worn surface patina.   The fragment measures 36mm in length, 15.2mm width and is 2.4mm thick. It weighs 3 grams. Whitehead (1996) suggests copper alloy sub-annular double loo…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-1804A7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver denarius of Nero (r. AD 54-68), dating to the period AD 65-66 (Reece Period ). Salus reverse type, depicting Salus, draped, seated left, on ornamental throne, holding patera in right hand and resting left hand on side. Mint of Rome.  RIC I, no 60. 
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-1622BB
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A incomplete cast copper-alloy "cooking pot" loop-chape for a shoe buckle, dating to the Post-Medieval period (c.AD 1690-1720). The loop-chape is formed of trapeziodal loop with a single triangular internal spike on the outer edge. The frame has two drilled spindle terminals but does not have the spindle or tongue. The loop-chape has a green even surface patina. The chape measures measures 26.6mm in length, 23.7mm width and is 3mm thick. It weighs 3.2 grams. Whitehead (1996) dates buckles with these chapes to AD 1690-1720, see p…
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-15EEF6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver half groat of Edward III (AD 1327 to AD 1377), dating to the period AD 1351 to AD 1352, Series C, issued as part of the Fourth Coinage, Pre-treaty period between AD 1351 to AD 1361. Minted at London. The coin has been folded in half, with the reverse outwards. The obverse can not be seen. C.f. North vol 1, p50, no 1148. Diameter: 23.1 mm Width: 11.2 mm Thickness: 2.7 mm Weight: 2.1 g
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-15E66A
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy double loop buckle of post medieval date c. AD 1550-1650. The buckle frame is sub-rectangular in plan and has rounded edges. It has a recessed strap bar at the mid point and has the intact pin still in place. The pin is formed from one piece of copper and curls over the strap bar to form a thin triangular shaped pin. At either end of the buckle frame is a moulded sub-triangular projection which is decorated with two incised lines.  The reverse of the frame is concave and undecorated. The exterior surface is mid-green in colou…
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-15C835
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead discoidal spindle whorl of Early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 700-1100). The spindle whorl is circular in plan and has a sub-rectangular cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification form B. The central hole is circular with an internal diameter of 9.5mm. No decoration is present on either side.  The whorl is cream in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 31.8mm, thickn…
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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