Record ID: WMID-7FA4A1
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy strap loop of some sort, almost certainly of late Iron Age to very early Roman in date, from circa 120 BC to AD 50. The loop is oval in plan and the sides are waisted, so that the sides flare outwards on the outside of the loop to a ridge at the top and bottom. The outside of the loop is decorated with triangular cells arranged in an 'hour glass' motif, with the points of the triangle facing one another. These 'hour glass' motifs alternate between a horizontal and vertical arrangement around the loop and the cells were almost certainly originally filled with enamel…
Created on: Tuesday 31st January 2012
Last updated: Sunday 31st January 2016
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Record ID: WMID1158
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An iron nail-like object. The head is sub-circular and slightly domed. On the reverse there is a single stud in the centre which has a rectangular section and tapers to a point.
Created on: Thursday 21st October 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER KEMPSEY', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1159
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An iron nail-like object. The head is sub-circular and slightly domed. The head has been slightly damaged and an edge has become straight. On the reverse there is a single stud in the centre which has a rectangular section and tapers to a point.
Created on: Thursday 21st October 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER EVESHAM', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1641
Object type: STRAP FITTING
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The item is a bulbous hexagonal shape, which has six vertical faces which taper towards the base. The upper and lower faces are slightly rounded. On the centre of these two faces there is a square indentation. The indentation the lower tapered face is 6mm sq. whereas the upper one is 4.9mm sq. Could this be the internal portion of a pommel, and would once have had a cover?
Created on: Friday 18th February 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LONGDON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1643
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The item is an oval shape with five scalloped knops around the edge. There is a missing sixth knop at the top of the oval body. The mount is uniface with a high relief design depicting a figure sat on a large ornate seat. The figure is holding, what appears to be either a staff or sword. The mount is gilded on the reverse and obverse. To the left of the figures head there is a rivet head, which on the reverse has the remains of leather around it. Below the figures feet is a rivet hole.
Created on: Friday 18th February 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LONGDON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1648
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The item has a quatrefoil shaped body, which has a quatrefoil shaped openwork as decoration. On the outer edge of one petal is a semi-circular knop. On the opposite edge is an elongated triangular knop which has three moulded ribs. On the reverse there are two studs which have been bent over towards each other.
Created on: Monday 21st February 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LONGDON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1325
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Sub-circular shape moulded into a rose shape with a trefoil shape openwork in each corner. In the centre is a high relief lozenge. The moulding is scroll-like. On the reverse there re the remains of three studs. The central stud is bent over.
Created on: Friday 19th November 1999
Last updated: Monday 7th March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER FECKENHAM', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1329
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Circular mount which has openwork producing a wheel/spoke-like design. In the centre is six-pointed star. The centre of the star is an annulet. At the edge there is also a border of annulets. The reverse is plain. In the centre is a marking suggesting a mounting point.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: WMID1357
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The item is triangular with two long edges. The extended corners tapers and is slightly curved under. The base corners on the reverse have two possible worn studs. These protrusions are not separate rivets. On the upper face there is traces of blue and red enamel. A specific design is not clear.
Created on: Tuesday 30th November 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LONGDON', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1633
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The item consists of two trapezoidal plates. The upper plate is slightly larger and at the wide terminal the edge is curved inwards as decoration. The opposite terminal has a small central protrusion which is a rectangular shaped hook which is curled under. The hook tapers slightly. The second smaller plate is rivet to the larger plate by three copper alloy rivets. Between the two plates are traces of leather. The patina is a light green/blue colour.
Created on: Thursday 17th February 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LULSLEY', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID1958
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount is an elongated moulded shape. One terminal is triangular with a high relief triangle as decoration. The opposite terminal is broken. After the high relief triangle is a large openwork circle. This leads to a high relief rectangular with tapered corners. An area of openwork follows, however it is incomplete. The reverse of the item is moulded in relation to the front, therefore having hollow pits where a decorative feature is. After the openwork circle there is one stud which is square in section and leans slightly.
Created on: Tuesday 18th April 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LEIGH', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2254
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The body of the mount is a sub-hexagonal shape with a rectangular loop protruding from one face. Opposite this loop is another scroll styled protrusion which has a circular hole. There are a two circular holes below the rectangular loop in opposite corners of the hexagonal. There is a high relief floral and scroll design on the upper surface. The reverse is plain.
Created on: Friday 23rd June 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER ELDERSFIELD', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2448
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount has a central circular hole, formed by a sub-circular domed frame. An arm protrudes from this frame. The arm has a vertical ridge near the frame and then tapers with a knop at the terminal. The knop has a small rivet in the centre. The rivet is incomplete. At the opposite side of the sub-circular frame there is a broken edge, suggesting a second arm maybe missing. The reverse of the mount is flat and has oblique file marks over all the surface.
Created on: Monday 11th September 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER UPTON UPON SEVERN', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2559
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount is a fleur-de-lis shape in plan. The upper surface of the mount has grooves to further define the shape. The reverse has the remains of two integral studs. These are worn and appear to be old breaks. The mount has a red corrosion and traces of a dark green patina.
Created on: Wednesday 25th October 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER CHADDESLEY CORBETT', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2642
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount portrays a standing figure wearing long drapery and a possible mitre. Being held in the figures' left hand is a possible crosier. The possible crosier is a slender shaft which terminates at the top with an expanded hook. The right arm is held up, but maybe incomplete as it appears to be very small. On the right-hand side of the figure there are smaller, seated figures, possibly children, these have no detail. The reverse of the mount has a single, central, circular sectioned spike which is curled forming a 'J' shape. The mount has a brown patination.
Created on: Thursday 16th November 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LULSLEY', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2666
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount is square shape in plan, however a small portion of one corner is missing. In profile the mount is slightly convex. In the centre of the mount is a circular hole which is 3.29mm diameter. Two of the corners have a rivet hole with a rivet in each. The rivets are slightly dome-headed and on the reverse are short, tapering to a blunt point. The rivets are circular in section. A third corner has an empty rivet hole and the fourth is incomplete. The upper surface is decorated with a central 'X' and the whole mount has a decorated border. The border and cross appear to be made up …
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LEIGH', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2667
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The mount is rectangular shape in plan with slightly moulded edges. The moulding consists of two knops on each side near one terminal and near the opposite terminal there is a single knop on either edge. This terminal has a broken edge, and this is not a recent break. The rest of the item is missing. The edges are slightly bevelled. The terminal with the double knops has a central rivet hole near the edge. The mount has traces of gilding on the upper surface and the reverse, otherwise the item is undecorated.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2000
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER LEIGH', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID2873
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
The terminal is a zoomorphic style, possibly representing the face of a dog. The terminal is oval in section, and this generally applies its length. The 'nose' of the terminal is the side face, and is oval shaped and undecorated. In the centre is a circular protrusion, which appears to be a separate rivet head. The eyes are slightly indented and are formed by low relief triangles. The mouth is formed by a horizontal notch which appears on one side only. The ears are set back from the face and are obliquely angled dome-like pointed oval shapes with a central linear groove. The width of…
Created on: Monday 15th January 2001
Last updated: Tuesday 8th March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER HILL CROOME', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID290
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Single copper alloy plate. Stamped dot decoration. Silvering/Tinning remains in patches. One end has two rivet holes, the opposite end incomplete.
Created on: Monday 18th January 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER DRAKES BROUGHTON AND WADBOROUGH', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: WMID294
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Oval shape. At the widest and longest points of the oval is a total of four rivet holes on the edge of the oval. One rivet hole is incomplete. Around the outer edge of the oval are two grooved lines with finer grooves joining the border grooves. A `ladder` effect is created. The same design divides the oval into quarters. In each quarter is a zoomorphic design. Trewhiddle style ornament.
Created on: Monday 18th January 1999
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'HEREFORD AND WORCESTER DRAKES BROUGHTON AND WADBOROUGH', grid reference and parish protected.