Record ID: SUSS-F300BB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead drop weight of probable Medieval date c. AD1100-1500. The weight is drop or elongated pear shape in plan with a sub-rectangular cross section. It is pierced at the narrow apex with a circular perforation. The apex descends into a narrow neck before expanding gently with sloping shoulders into the elongated main body which has gently curving sides and base. There is a possible casting seam running lengthways around the sides and one face has been impressed with a rectangular panel with unclear motif/decoration. The object has a creamy  buff patina. Measuremen…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 19th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-F2C19E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval cast lead alloy circular flat weight dating c. 1100-1350. The thick circular weight is crudely cast and decorated in high relief with five circular raised pellets, four arranged in a rectangular formation around a central pellet. The object has a dark grey patina with white patches. The reverse is round and uneven. Measurements: diameter; 31.10mm; thickness: 13.18mm and weight: 53.71g.  Biggs & Withers (2000:21) suggests the use of circular lead weights for weighing coin or bullion from the 12th to mid-14th centuries. A similar example with five raised p…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 19th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-714261
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval cast copper alloy (1/4 oz) trade weight from the reign of Charles I (1625-1649) or Charles II (1660-1685). The weight is circular in plan, with a raised flat rim around the circumference of the object. The face is stamped with three marks, a crowned C (royal cypher of the King), a sword (Sword of St Paul for City of London Guildhall) and a ewer (London Founders Company, Worshipful Company of Founders). The ewer is at 6 O'clock, the sword at 1 O'clock and the royal cypher at 10 O'clock.  The opposite face of the object is undeco…
Created on: Tuesday 5th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-0AAD8B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy standing weight of suggested medieval-post medieval date, AD 1350-1700. The conical weight is sub -circular in plan and broadly triangular in cross section, with a partially flared rim at the base The sides of the weight are steep and undecorated. The apex of the weight is slightly inset on one side and flattened with an oval hole perforating the body, now encrusted with dirt. The base of the weight is recessed, surrounding by a slightly protruding rim. The weight is creamy white/brown in colour. Dimensions: height: 37.90mm,  diameter: 35.08mm,  w…
Created on: Thursday 29th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-076711
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy semi-conical cast object, possibly a Medieval to Post Medieval standing weight c. 1200-1700. The weight is triangular in plan, semi-conical with a D-shaped cross-section and is slightly bent near the apex. The base is smooth and flat and it stands firmly on it. An angular object has been impressed on the reverse face leaving two lines extending from the bottom and from one side and meeting at a tilted right angle. There are two horizontal parallel notches halfway up the curved face. The object has a grey/white patina.  Measurements: heig…
Created on: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 7th December 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-A59CFE
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval cast lead alloy flat weight with raised motif dating c. 1350-1500. The weight is sub-square with slightly rounded/angled lower corners rendering it almost shield shaped. The sides are bevelled; the top straight edge strongly and there is a central symbol on the upper face cast in raised relief. The symbol comprises a tall capital letter J with horizontal arm at the top; and two further horizontal arms below; the central arm longer than the other two. The lead has a grey surface colour with white patches.  Length: 55.63mm; width: 51.13mm; thickness: 13.15…
Created on: Tuesday 7th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 15th November 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-E9B29D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval to Modern domed flat lead alloy weight, probably dating to c. AD 1600-1850. The convex face is undecorated and has a deep scratch near its central point. The opposing flat face is stamped with a single letter R incuse. The style of the lettering suggests a relatively late date.  Measurements: diameter 47.66mm, thickness 15.48mm, weight 216g. The weight doesn't exactly relate to any system but is just under 8 Averdepois ounces (227g). Biggs  (1992:46) suggests in the provinces most weights were made of lead until the end of the 17th century but there are…
Created on: Thursday 5th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 16th October 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-4C52BC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1100-1900). The weight is tall, narrow and conical with a flat apex and circular base. The base appears to have a separate, solid, central, lead element indicating the object may be formed from a filled hollow outer case rather than cast or rolled from a sheet. It has a pitted, pale cream patina. Measurements: height: 50.22mm; diameter at base: 21.6mm; diameter at apex: 1.36mm and weight: 120.3g Discussion: Weights such as this can be difficult to date due to being a function…
Created on: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-E2FA65
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy and copper-alloy weight, possibly a standing weight or steelyard poise of probable Post-Medieval date c AD 1600-1800. The weight is conical with a flat base, which has a section of the edge missing. At the apex is a length of copper alloy wire (9mm long x 2mm thick), lying flat against the surface, the ends embedded in the object.  Diameter at base: 33.06mm; height: 17.25mm and weight: 79.59g.  Conical standing weights date from the Medieval period and were still used in the 19th century,  (Biggs and Withers 2000:30)  Ho…
Created on: Thursday 17th August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 30th August 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-5B83D5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete modern copper alloy trade weight dating c. AD 1826-1835.  The weight is flat and circular with a central circular depression and two incuse stamped marks. A ewer, laver or coffee pot, the inspection mark of the Worshipful Company of Founders, who controlled the lawful making of brass weights in London and a quartered shield with the sword of St. Paul the mark of the Guildhall of London. The reverse is plain and covered in striations and scratches. The object has a dark green patina on the upper surface, the reverse is dull.   The weight measures 12…
Created on: Sunday 11th June 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th July 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-B3AFB3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval cast copper alloy two half-ounce trade weight dating from the reign of George II (AD 1727 -1760) to George IV (AD 1820-1830). The weight is circular in plan, with a raised flat rim around the circumference of the object. The face is stamped with three marks, a crowned G (royal cypher of the King Georges), a sword (Sword of St Paul for City of London Guildhall) and a third indistinct mark, probably a ewer (London Founders Company, Worshipful Company of Founders). The marks are spaced evenly around the surface of the object in a roughly triangular conf…
Created on: Monday 22nd May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 1st June 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-24FBF6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small post medieval copper alloy trade weight of 6.82g (1/4oz) probably dating to the period of George I or II c. (1714-1760).  The weight is discoidal, with a rim around the upper surface which encloses three marks: the sword of St. Paul for the City of London Guildhall (2 o'clock), the Ewer of the London Founders company (6 o'clock) and the crowned G cypher for George I or II (10 o'clock). (Biggs, 1992, p52).  
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-D57918
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to post-Medieval cast lead flat weight, possibly for bullion (c. 1200-c. 1800). This weight is circular in plan, the edges are bevelled and slightly concave; possible through shrinkage after casting.  Decoration on the upper surface is in the form of an unclear worn central motif set within a circular raised linear border set 6mm from the outer rim.The reverse is flat and plain with some small dents. The object has a white/grey patina. Diameter: 35.06mm; thickness: 7.58mm. Weight: 60.00g. .  Similar weights have been classified as flat weights for …
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-D50984
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular domed lead object probably a weight dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1800). The object is circular with a 'D' shaped cross section. The flat face of the object is rough and uneven and the domed face is smoother but heavily pitted with a few large indentations; notably predominately on one side. The object has a white/buff patina. Dimensions: Diameter 60.44mm; thickness 15.19mm; weight 253g Similar objects have been recorded as thimbles or palm guards; LVPL-290AE2 and LVPL-28FA3C which are believed to have been used to push a n…
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-80AF39
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead pierced conical weight dating of probable Early Medieval to Medieval date c. 850-1500. The object is conical with a circular base and four raised ribs with a triangular cross-section, each extending from the apex to the base creating four triangular recesses. The recesses are unidentical with two wider opposing panels and two narrower. At the apex is a sub-circular aperture 1.25mm in diameter, widening to 4.29mm at the base. The base is slightly concave, probably caused by the metal cooling after casting. The object has a mid grey patina.  Measurements: diameter…
Created on: Thursday 13th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 13th April 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-EAC73A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete late Medieval to early Post Medieval cast lead perforated oval weight of uncertain function, probably dating c. AD 1300-1600. The object is oval in plan with an oval central aperture. The cross-section is sub-oval with a rounded outside edge and a raised rib running around the internal circumference. Each face decorated with six raised sub-circular pellets, spaced broadly evenly. One is extremely rudimentary and low relief. The object has a light brown and light grey patina.  Measurements: length 31.46mm, width 26.17mm, thickness 9.6…
Created on: Thursday 6th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-2F898E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval to modern annular bullion weight dating to c 1650-1900.  A complete, square, five pennyweight weight of the 'annulet' type. Each face bears a stamped lion motif and five stamped annulets, orientated as on a dice above the stamp . The edges of the weight are bevelled and it has a brown colour with red and pale green areas.  Measurements: length 16.48mm, width 16.33mm, thickness 3.86mm, weight 6.95g. The number of annulets reflect the number of pennyweights and these bullion weights are common from the 17th century, and in use…
Created on: Thursday 16th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 4th April 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-5FCEDB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Early Medieval lead and copper alloy (anglo-scandinavian) weight dating c. AD 800-1100. The object is rectangular in plan and cross section, with both larger flat surfaces being broadly flat, with the adjacent longer, narrower sides being slightly concave. One larger surface has a small curved end of a copper alloy object embedded within it. Both of the longer, narrower adjacent surfaces running the length of the object also have small, sub-rectangular ends of copper alloy objects embedded within them. The corners of the object are rounded, two of which are…
Created on: Monday 6th March 2023
Last updated: Monday 27th March 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-5E2DB1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy standing weight of Medieval - Post-Medieval date c. AD 1100-1600. The weight is a regular octagon in plan and tapers slightly up the sides to an uneven slanting apex. Across the diameter of the weight at the top is a semicircular protruding flat tab which is unpierced. The object has a grey white patina. Measurements: total height: 27.9mm; diameter at base: 20.2mm; and weight: 53.45g. Similar octagonal standing weights are published in Biggs and Withers (2000) page: 32, particularly no: 74. Read (2021, 283, 285) illustrates and example (no. 1624) with an …
Created on: Monday 6th March 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-5D562B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight or possible gaming peice, cast in a thimble likely dating to the Post Medieval period (AD 1500-1800). The object has a sub-conical shape with a convex top and a slightly concave base. There are decorative concentric arrangements of pits visible on the top due to the object having been cast in a thimble. The object leans slightly to one side, and has a largely cream patina. Measurements: height: 17.71mm; diameter at base: 16.11mm and weight: 30.07g. The slender form and arrangement of the pits suggest a post medieval date. Similar objects recorded on the&…
Created on: Monday 6th March 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-E00603
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A crude lead alloy weight or spindle whorl of uncertain date. The object is broadly circular in plan with a central sub-circular perforation. The hole tapers in diameter from 5.7mm to 8.4mm. Each surface is heavily abraded and irregular with no visible decoration. The spindle whorl has a creamy buff patina. Measurements: diameter: 21.3mm; thickness:13.4mm and weight: 30.83g. Lead weights of this form were commonly used throughout the Roman to post-medieval period for a variety of functions and are therefore difficult to date accurately. If the object is…
Created on: Tuesday 28th February 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-D5D2A3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-medieval copper-alloy cup weight, probably belonging to a nested set  dating c.AD 1600 - 1850. The weight is circular in plan with sides that flare outwards from the base to give it a trapezoidal side profile. The internal base of the cup is circular in plan, flat and smooth. The rim at the top of the weight is also flat (champfered) and undecorated and the exterior base is flat. There are significant tool marks around the exterior wall of the weight and a possible mark on the bottom of III, but which could be damage.The object h…
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-6F1950
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete medieval to post medieval lead alloy trade weight dating 1350-1600. The stamp mark consists of a flat topped heraldic shield with a bird advancing right with wings outstretched. The reverse is plain. The object has a creamy white patina.  Measurements: diameter 21.01mm, thickness 4.6mm, weight 15.75g. Similar examples are illustrated on Biggs and Withers (2000), page 57, who note the practice of stamping weights for use in trade began in the latter half of the 14th century. .The weight equates to 0.5 troy ounce of Bruges at 31.1g (ibid:13) and may be of con…
Created on: Thursday 5th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-6CBC72
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete bell-shaped lead weight of probable post-medieval date.  It is sub-circular in section, with a slightly concave base and an incomplete iron suspension loop at its top. The weight is patinated a cream colour typical of aged lead. Measurements: height 29.33mm, diameter 20.12mm, weight 73.67mm.  .This mass does not fit with any of the standard systems of weight. It is also possible that this object is not a weight at all. It could be the handle from a bell pull mechanism or similar.
Created on: Thursday 5th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-08254C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead circular object, possibly a weight of Medieval to post Medieval date.  The object is circular, with a D - shaped profile. One facet is domed and decorated with a swirl of curved ridges that travel from the apex of the dome to the outer edge. The reverse of the object is blank and flat. One part of the flan appears to protrude slightly. The object has a dull grey patina and is heavily worn. Dimensions: diameter: 32.72mm,  thickness: 7.92mm,  weight: 35.56g. Similar objects are recorded on the database as buttons&n…
Created on: Monday 19th December 2022
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2023
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Record ID: SUSS-5CEF64
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight, possibly a plumb bob of Roman to Post Medieval date. The weight has a flat circular base with a cylindrical hole which runs up through the weight, drilled off-centre and surrounded on the base by a slight ridge. No mark or decoration is present. The metal is a mid grey to white colour and is worn. The weight is 16.96 mm tall, 25.73 mm tapering to 7.11 mm in diameter and weighs 47.4g. Plain weights were cast locally in lead from the Roman period onwards for a wide variety of uses and are hard to date precisely. The weigh…
Created on: Sunday 11th December 2022
Last updated: Monday 19th December 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ringmer', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-499E9A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-Medieval to early Modern cast copper-alloy cup weight belonging to nested set (c. 1600-c. 1850). The weight is circular in plan and it's sides flare evenly upwards from the base to the rim. The external base is flat and the internal base is slightly concave. The weight is missing a third of the side wall, it is corroded and generally in poor condition. Height: 10.81mm; diameter of rim: 29.83mm. Weight: 22.6g.  Similar examples recorded on the PAS database include: WAW-14BB24 and BERK-4A0084.
Created on: Saturday 10th December 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ringmer', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-7C6F9E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy shield-shaped pan weight dating from the Medieval period, about AD 1250 - 1500. Description: The flat weight is cast in a flat topped shield shape with a bisecting Latin cross in relief on the upper surface. There are two sub-circular punchmarks struck from obverse to reverse, one on the lower edge of each upper quadrant. One has punched through the weight creating an aperture.  The reverse is plain. The weight is mottled buff/grey colour typical of of patinated lead. Measurements: length: 53.48mm; width:…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2022
Last updated: Monday 21st November 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-F50F15
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead medieval to post-medieval weight, possibly an apothecaries weight, probably dating c. AD 1400-1700. The weight is almost square in shape with a raised W on one side formed from two interconnecting V's. Length: 14.73mm, width: 12.87mm, thickness: 3.76mm, weight: 5.3g Withers and Withers (1995, 65) illustrate a similar example, also with a letter W on one surface, which they list as an apothecaries' weight. A similar example has been recorded on the PAS database from Sussex: SUR-D85EA7. The weight of 5.3g corresponds to 8…
Created on: Saturday 12th November 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd November 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lewes', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-804E09
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval to Post-Medieval conical lead weight with remains of iron suspension loop dating c. 1350-1800. The weight is crudely formed with a oval base and conical body tapering to a rounded apex. The weight is pierced from the apex to the base with a rectangular sectioned iron rod, probably for suspension. The rectangular end of the rod is visible at the centre of the base, and emerges from the a hole on the damaged side near the apex where it terminates in a worn break. The weight is has a grey brown patina. Measurements: length: 49.88mm; width: 41.89mm; height: 42.36mm and we…
Created on: Tuesday 25th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 26th October 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-12CE67
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A globular lead and iron weight, possibly a steelyard poise probably dating to the Medieval period, c. AD 1100-1500. The globular lead weight has the remains of a small circular iron attachment loop extending from a cylindrical integral knop at one end. There is no evidence of a casting seam. The weight has a grey/brown patina. Measurements: diameter: 15.78mm, length: 22.84mm, weight: 24.77g. Another weight of similar proportions on the database is SF-AD2B95 which notes that although steelyard weights were in use from the Roman to post-medieval per…
Created on: Thursday 20th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 26th October 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-EF5374
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A pyramidal lead alloy trade weight probably dating to the Post Medieval period. c. AD 1600-1800.  The weight is sub-square in plan with some slightly convex edges and rounded corners. It has four triangular sides and is broadly flat and square at the apex. Each side bears cast relief decoration, two in the form of grids, one with a linear symbol of an inverted V divided with a central line and the final possibly with the lettert M. The reverse is plain and concave. Measurements: Length: 44.46mm; width: 43.33mm; thickness: 24.86mm and weig…
Created on: Thursday 6th October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 11th October 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-DA9C9B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular lead object, probably a Medieval or Post Medieval weight. The object is circular and domed with chamfered edges and a worn iron stub set on the edge. The flat surface of the object is pitted with some linear striations and two deep rectangular impressions (approximately: 6.5mm x 3.5mm), with two corners adjacent. This is placed slightly off-centre with another much smaller sub-rectangular impression with concave sides lying closer to the edge.  The domed surface is relatively smooth with multiple surface scratches and indent…
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 18th October 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-769CD9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 A cast lead perforated sub-conical weight probably dating to the Medieval to Post-Medieval periods c. 1100-1800. The object is sub-conical with an oval base and a hole running from the apex to the centre of the base. The hole is slightly off-centre and widens towards the base measuring 8.41mm in diameter at the apex and 11.05mm at the base. The ring at the base is concave with deep irregular angular and circular depressions. The external surface is pitted and a pale grey colour.  Measurements: length: 31.20mm; width: 27.25mm; height: 17.40mm and weight: 50.3…
Created on: Tuesday 6th September 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 7th September 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-926501
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A sub-circular modern lead weight with a metal loop and stamped lettering probably dating to the early 20th century. The weight is crudely made, broadly circular with an elongated metal suspension loop at the top. The metal is uncertain, but not of iron. One surface is slightly concave and a section of the circumference is missing with a flat edge between 6 and 9 o'clock (on this side). Halfway along the flat edge is a split into the flan 19.9mm long. Around the edge of the flan an illegible inscription in low relief remains with the upper case letters BY in the centre. The remai…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 12th May 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-D0E3E2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Post-Medieval copper-alloy trade weight, dating to AD 1714 - 1760. The upper surface has a thick rim and three stamps; a crowned G for George I (1714-27) or George II (1727-60); a Ewer, for the London Founder's Company who controlled the lawful making of brass weights in London. (Withers and Withers 2011, page 78); and a sword (The sword of St. Paul for the City of London Guildhall). The weight is equivalant to a 1/4 ounce. Measurements: diameter: 20.84mm; thickness: 3.34mm and weight: 6.1g. Other examples recorded on the database include: NARC-ED4E64 and …
Created on: Saturday 30th April 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd June 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ringmer', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-FFCDDA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight probably dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular and plano-convex in profile. The upper convex face is pitted, possibly with a worn central motif of a flower. The reverse is smooth and plain. The surface has a powdery grey patina. Measurements: diameter: 36.49mm; thickness: 7.29mm and weight: 49.60g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 20th April 2022
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Record ID: SUSS-5E4994
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A triangular or wedge-shaped lead alloy trade weight of probable Medieval date c. AD 1200-1500. The object is rectangular in section and the shorter outer edge has a raised moulded rim. The upper surface face has an impressed inscription running inside the rim, possibly reading C S[..]. There are further impressed elements below the inscription but they are illegible. The reverse is plain. The weight is light grey in colour. Measurements: length 40.09mm, width 35.78mm, thickness 15.46mm, weight 106.27g (3.75 oz). Trade weights were extensively used to check quantities …
Created on: Monday 7th March 2022
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-7D19E9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight or gaming piece probably of Early-medieval date (AD 650-1000). The object consists of a sub-conical shape (onion shape) which narrows gently from base, then more sharply creating a rounded tip, or nipple. The object is sub-circular in plan and hollow from the base to just below the narrowed upper end. The metal is pale grey in in colour with cream patches. Measurements: diameter: 11.66mm: height: 12.19mm; weight: 4.0g. Objects of this form have been identified as either weights or playing pieces, although this example is quite small. Si…
Created on: Monday 2nd August 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd August 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-94E3F3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval discoidal cast lead alloy trade weight dating from AD-1625-1685. The weight is badly damaged. It is probably a four-ounce/quarter pound avoirdupois. One side has three incuse stamps arranged in a triangle: a crowned letter C (Royal Cypher for Charles I or II), the Sword of St. Paul's (City of London Guildhall) and below a circular border for a third unknown stamp, probably an 'angel and scales' the stamp of the Plumbers company. The reverse surface is damaged and illegible. Measurements: diameter: 37.23mm: thickness: 9.90mm and weight: 105.95g Discussio…
Created on: Thursday 22nd July 2021
Last updated: Thursday 22nd July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-44EE82
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead medieval to post-medieval weight, probably dating c. 1400-1700. The flat, quadrilateral object is almost square in shape with rounded edges forming a border to both sides. One face has been incised with a crude curved linear design that may represent the letter A. Measurements: Length: 22.79mm; width: 21.23mm; thickness:2.41mm; weight: 8.76g. Discussion: The object is similar in form to an apothecary weight, and Withers and Withers (1995, 51) illustrate similar examples that date to from the 15th to 17th Centuries. Other examples on the PAS database incl…
Created on: Thursday 24th June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 24th June 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-BC9D26
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, lead alloy weight dating to the Roman to Post Medieval period c. AD43-1800. The weight is flat and circular with slightly convex sides. One side has a corroded central iron stud partially surrounded by four additional studs all of which stand proud of the lead surface. The studs are partially present on the opposing side but are flush with the surface and the central stud is not visible. Measurements: 62.59mm in diameter, 16.22mm thick and weight 436g. The object was found in close proximity to SUSS-BC244C; which is a Roman biconical weight which may indic…
Created on: Tuesday 18th February 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 20th April 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-ADBD9C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy and copper alloy weight or gaming piece of Early Medieval date, about AD 800 - 1100. The objects consists of a thick rectangular lead block with rounded edges. At the centre of the top face is set a circular domed copper-alloy element. The lead has a distinct oxidised patination leaving it an off white-cream colour, the set copper-alloy element has dark green patination which is damaged in patches. The base is flat. It measures 24.67mm long, 22.21mm wide and 11.15mm thick. (14.20mm thick with copper alloy). The copper alloy is 13.67mm diameter. The object weighs…
Created on: Wednesday 5th February 2020
Last updated: Thursday 27th May 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-171841
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, lead, weight of an unknown period. The object is roughly square in plan measuring 51.96mm x 45.55mm and has a rectangular cross-section and thickness of 6.42mm. What is assumed to be the reverse surface is undecorated and concave. The upper surface is more flat, but slightly convex and is decorated. The decoration is that of a cross which divides the square into fours quarters. There is another line which is perpendicular to the original line creating a 'T' shape at the end of each line. In each of the four quarters is a singular knop. If there was anymore dec…
Created on: Wednesday 29th January 2020
Last updated: Friday 8th May 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-BC5037
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, lead weight, of uncertain date, but likely Medieval to Post-Medieval. The object is a short cylinder of lead with slightly angled sides and a raised 'Hb' on the top face, surrounded by the raised rim.
Created on: Monday 25th November 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 28th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Crawley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-84388D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight with very roughly textured surface and central perforation that runs the full length of the object. The shape is roughly circular in plan with a conical profile, being much wider at one end (20.41mm) compared to the other (12.72mm). The central circular perforation is too narrow for the object to be clearly defined as being a spindle whorl and is 3.08mm in diameter on the top opening and 4.07mm at the bottom, widening slightly down the length of the object. Possibly a fishing weight or used for a similar purpose. A date cannot be assigned. Height is 23.77mm, diameter at w…
Created on: Wednesday 24th July 2019
Last updated: Friday 10th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Around Lewes', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-7AEA1D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight of uncertain date. This weight is circular in shape. The two faces of the disc are roughly flat, and there are no traces of decoration on the object.
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clapham area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-7ACA11
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight, dating to the Medieval to Post-Medieval periods, c.AD 1200-1700. The object is pyramidal or conical with a heptagonal cross-section and a triangular profile.
Created on: Wednesday 5th June 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 12th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ashurst area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-1A90D4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy cup weight dating to the Post-Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The cup-weight is circular in shape and hollow. In the centre of the base is a small circular-shaped recess with a shallow circular boarder. Around the underside of the base there are a regular pattern of 'ring dots'. The object measures 16.53mm in diameter at the rim and 14.3mm diameter at the base. The cup is 6.64mm in height and the wall of the cup is 2.5mm thick. The cup weight weighs 6.49grams. Similar ones can be seen at ESS-EB5A6B and SURR-E5104B
Created on: Thursday 25th April 2019
Last updated: Thursday 4th July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Steyning', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-5BE585
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead alloy, probable weight. Connical in shape with a hole through the centre. Plain surface with no decoration.
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Loxwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-FB673A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, probably Post-Medieval, copper alloy, disc-shaped trading weight. One side has an incised central circle with the letter h touching its outside. The reverse has four concentric circles at the centre, with a series of scratches radiating from the edge of the outermost circle to the edge.
Created on: Wednesday 6th March 2019
Last updated: Thursday 25th July 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-D59987
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy weight. The weight measures 32.5mm long, 12.9mm diameter wide at the widest point. It weighs 28.88gms.
Created on: Wednesday 20th February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2019
No spatial data available.

Record ID: SUSS-0FADEB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight of uncertain date. The object is sub-conical, with a flat oval base and large circular aperture perforating from the top down through the vertical centre to the base. There is no decoration with the surface pitted. It is possibly that it may have been used as a spindle whorl as there is a slight incised line on the outer surface. It is a greyish white in colour. It measures 11mm high. The oval base measures 31.3mm long and 28.3mm wide. The centre aperture measures approximately 8.9mm diameter. The weight is 42.65 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 20th March 2018
Last updated: Monday 30th April 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-7B35A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, lead alloy weight. of uncertain date. The weight is ball shaped with a flatter surface at the top and bottom. The weight has a piercec hole from the top to the bottom. The rest of the weight is solid with a whitish grey patina. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts. The weight measures 23.4mm in height, 27.3mm diameter and weighs 98 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 13th March 2018
Last updated: Monday 11th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Petersfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-FEAC57
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, lead alloy standing weight. of uncertain date. The weight is conical in shape with a sub- circular flat base. Possibly damaged at the top. The weight is solid with a whitish grey patina. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts. The weight measures 11.6mm height, 11.9mm diameter at the base and weighs 8.35 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-FE584A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, lead alloy standing weight. of uncertain date. The weight is conical in shape with a sub- circular flat base. The weight is solid with a whitish grey patina. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts. The weight measures 11.6mm heigh, 10.5mm diameter at the base and weighs 6.39 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-BF350C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight, complete, post medieval (1500-1850). There is a hole running through the centre. The weight (and hole) is smaller on one end compare to the other (which is larger). There is minor wear and damage across all faces of the weight. It is not possible to identify an exact period of construction. Height: 13.16mm Width: 21.88mm Weight: 26.29g
Created on: Monday 27th November 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 28th November 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-FC6245
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast lead weight, circular in shape. One side is "patterned" with a series of ridges radiating from a center point (which is raised). The other side is plain, although marked with scratches.
Created on: Monday 18th September 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd October 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-7F0F31
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, post medieval, lead or lead alloy object, possibly a weight, AD.1500-1600. The object is a small rectangular piece of cast lead, the upper surface is decorated with concentric incised squares. The rear of the object has to shallow ridges running along the short edges of the piece. The whole object is a dark grey patina with some flaking corrosion. The object may be similar to YORYM-F95A9A.
Created on: Tuesday 12th September 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th September 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-C02AE9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead Roman steelyard weight, AD.50-400. The weight is biconvex with an iron core that would originally have gone on to form the suspension loop. The lead has taken on a white patination, the iron is heavily corroded. Height: 20.51mm Weight: 30.6g Diameter: 20.17mm
Created on: Wednesday 29th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-4433FA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Central Bedfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast, Post Medieval lead-alloy weight. AD 1600-1800. The weight is conical with a domed crown from which the body gently tapers to a flat base which has a small circular indentation. The weight was formed by pouring molten lead into a thimble casing then allowing it to cool. Concentric pits are present around the top of the object and from these indentations of incised lines follow a spiral pattern around the circumference of the body to the base. Although this object has been described as a weight, it may also be a gaming piece. It is a pale grey white in colour. See SUSS-…
Created on: Wednesday 17th August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-F5DCD6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast, Post Medieval lead-alloy weight. AD 1600-1800. The weight is conical with a domed crown from which the body gently tapers to a flat base which has a small circular indentation. The weight was formed by pouring molten lead into a thimble casing then allowing it to cool. Concentric pits are present around the top of the object and from these indentations of incised lines follow a spiral pattern around the circumference of the body to the base. Although this object has been described as a weight, it may also be a gaming piece. It is greenish grey in colour. The weight is…
Created on: Wednesday 20th July 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd August 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-652FFB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy Roman weight which may have functioned as a small spindle whorl AD.50-450. This is a biconvex ring weight with a raised band running around the waist of the object. There is some pitting around the ring's outer surface from corrosion during deposition, the object has a dark green patina. This object likely formed the weight for a spindle, though copper alloy rings of this type could have a number of different functions. The weight measures 21.1mm diameter, 8.2mm wide, 4.6mm thick and weighs 10.48 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 13th July 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-578078
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead-alloy standing or hanging weight of uncertain date, probably Roman to Post Medieval, c. 43-1700 AD. The weight is conical and is formed by a filled sheet metal wrap. The top is missing showing a small hollow. The rest of the object is solid with an uneven circular base. The sheet metal of the wrap has diagonal line down the side probably caused by the lead splitting. The weight has a greyish brown patina. The weight stands 49.4mm high, is 38.9mm in diameter at its base, and weighs 171 grams. Lead weights are very hard to accurately date due to their wide use…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 24th August 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-40A1A6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy standing or hanging weight of uncertain date, probably Roman to Post Medieval, c. 43-1700 AD. The weight is roughly bell shaped, with a thick ridge at its top (though no aperture for suspension) and a prominent dimple in its base. The object is relatively well made, and survives in good condition with a patchy whitish brown patina. The lack of a perforation or aperture in the pre-prepared suspension area suggests that this weight may not have been finished properly, or possibly only existed in order to make the piece easier to pick up. The weight stands 29.4…
Created on: Tuesday 5th April 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 5th April 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-212A63
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight of uncertain date and attribution, possibly of Roman date. The weight is of a rectangular cuboid shape, with a rectangular cross-sectioned suspension bar on the upper face with a small circular suspension hole running parallel to the upper face and a semi-circular impression directly above the hole on the outer surface of the suspension bar, possibly indicating where the suspension element wrapped around the bar. No decoration is visible on the faces of the weight and the medium-grey lead alloy colour is covered in buff-white encrustation. The weight measures …
Created on: Wednesday 3rd February 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-1F9066
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy conical hanging weight, probably of Roman date, c. AD 43-410. The weight is missing its upper end with suspension element, exposing a hollow conical weight body and the base of an iron shaft, which would have run through the vertical centre of the weight. The base of the weight is rounded and would not have been used for resting the weight as in standing weights. The remains of the weight measure 61.93 mm high, 32.62 mm wide (at base), 29.08 mm thick (at base); it weighs 193 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd February 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-AB7DD8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight of uncertain date and attribution, possibly a loom or hanging weight dating from th Roman to Post Medieval periods. The weight is piriform (tear-drop-shaped) in form, with a rounded base, rather then a flat conical base. The narrowed upper end has a simple circular suspension hole running through it, perpendicular to the outer surface of the weight. The weight measures 55.78 mm long, 20.72 mm maximum width, 13.78 mm maximum thickness and weighs 99.61 grams.
Created on: Monday 4th January 2016
Last updated: Thursday 7th January 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-A5CAE4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A bell-shaped cast lead weight with a flat circular base of uncertain Roman to Post Medieval date. At the apex of the weight there is an irregular circular indentation. This is probably for attaching the weight. Along the base part of the weight has been broken off and the surface has been heavily scored. There are scratch marks on the base. There is no decoration, and the weight is a grey white colour. The weight is in 30.4mm height, in 28.2mm diameter, and weighs 131g. Lead weights were easy to manufacture and the same types of weights were used for a prolonged span of time; therefo…
Created on: Monday 4th January 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 5th January 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-B2A2D3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight, it is sub-conical shape. The weight has a flat oval bottom which narrows into a conical shape. The upper surface has been flattened without a suspension loop. The weight measures 48mm high with the base measuring 20.4mm in diameter and the top 14mm. It weighs 115 grams. The metal is of a dark greyish white in colour. Because standing weights of this type were easy to manufacture and widely produced, they are difficult to date specifically without secure archaeological contexts. It is likely that this example dates from the Medieval to Pos…
Created on: Sunday 29th November 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th December 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-B26443
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A damaged cylindrical standing weight of uncertain usage and date, probably Roman to Post Medieval in date. The weight has a central hole running throught it from top to bottom. The weight's usage is unclear. It measures 27.9mm high, 26,7mm diameter and weighs 132 grams. The central hole is 6.5mm in diameter.
Created on: Sunday 29th November 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th December 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-0F3407
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete pyramid-shaped cast lead-alloy hanging weight dating from the Roman to Post Medieval periods (43-1800 AD). In section the weight is broadly trapezoidal as one side extends further than the other. A hole has been punch through the apex to facilitate suspension. These weights are not completely understood and it is possible that a variety of tasks could have been fulfilled by this object, but due to a lack of context this weight must remain undatable. The weight is undecorated, but both ends are flat with rounded edges in addition to the upper surface. The object is well pres…
Created on: Wednesday 28th October 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 5th April 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-0EFD25
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two cast centrally perforated oval lead weights dating from the Roman to Post Medieval periods (c. 43-1800 AD). The weights are broadly similar in shape and size, one is undamaged the second weight is damaged on one side and the surface of the latter is in addition heavily pitted. Both are undecorated and the in both cases the objects are a light whitish-grey colour. The first weight measures 25.6mm long,18.7mm in diameter and the central hole is 5.8mm in diameter while the weight is 45.6 grammes.The pitted weight is 26.3mm long, 17.8mm diameter and the central hole is 5.03mm diameter…
Created on: Wednesday 28th October 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 5th April 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-8B3EE8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or token, probably dating from the Medieval to Post Medieval periods, c. 1250-1800 AD. The weight is discoidal and domed on the top. The top is decorated with a raised cross, with pellets in each quarter ranging in number from two to possibly four. The weight is18.50 mm in diameter and weighs 10.98 g. Tokens of similar simple design were originally fashioned to mimic Medieval long cross pennies, but are known to have been used throughout the Medieval to Post Medieval periods, c. 1250-1800. It is thought that this particular object may be a weight of a simila…
Created on: Thursday 22nd October 2015
Last updated: Monday 16th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Firle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-EC0580
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight of pyramidal in plan, with octagonal facetted outer edges. The weight has a flat octagonal bottom, smooth sides and a possible broken top. There is a transverse circular hole pierced through it from top to bottom. There is possibly a small groove on the underside of the base. The weight measures approximately 25.4mm high, 20.8 mm diameter at the base and weighs 37 grams. The metal is of a dark green patina. Because standing weights of this type were easy to manufacture and widely produced, they are difficult to date specifically without secure arch…
Created on: Tuesday 8th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 30th March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-EBAC06
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy large standing weight of unknown date. The weight is conical in shape and circular in cross-section with a flat base which has two small indentations. One in the centre and one to the side. Niether indentation is very deap. There is a large circular suspension hole at the top. The weight measures 41.3mm high, 25mm diameter at base. The diameter of the suspension loop is 5.9mm. It weighs 101grams. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeo…
Created on: Tuesday 8th September 2015
Last updated: Monday 30th March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-F671BC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: The City of Brighton and Hove
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval to early Post Medieval cast copper-alloy cup weight, dating from c. 13th-16th century AD. The cup weight is dish-shaped with a flat base measuring approximately 21.3 mm in diameter with 14.22 mm high walls angled slightly outwards from the base and a 28.79 mm external diameter (23.65 mm internal upper diameter). The cup has a flat rim, which is undecorated unlike other examples recorded onto the PAS database (cf: HAMP-26B881, DENO-54E403). There are lathe centring points inside and out and file adjustment marks on the base. The outer walls of the cup measure approxi…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2015
Last updated: Monday 17th August 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-081DCD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large lead alloy conical weight with iron suspension shaft running through it, probably dating from the Roman or Medieval periods. The weight has a rounded convex base rather than a flattened circular base as is usual; the iron shaft is bent over onto the base's surface and flattened into place. The upper portion of the conical weight has broken off including a suspension loop or similar element. Lead alloy weights were easy to manufacture and similar types were used throughout a large period of time; they are therefore difficult to date out of secure archaeological contexts …
Created on: Monday 11th May 2015
Last updated: Monday 11th May 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-FC3958
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large lead alloy standing weight, dating from the Roman to Post Medieval periods. The upper portion of the sub-conical weight has been flattened into a wedge-shaped cross-section, followed by a cylindrical base. A small circular indentation is visible on the underside of the base. It measures 66.8 mm high, 35.04 mm diameter (at base), 5.6 mm thick (at upper portion) and weighs 460 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 28th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 28th April 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-7B4517
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A tall, triangular prism lead weight, known as a standing weight, probably dating from the Roman to Post Medieval periods. A hole has been punch through the apex. These weighs are not yet completely understood. It is possible they could have been fishing weights dating from the medieval period or later, but due to a lack of context this weight must remain undated. The weight is undecorated, but both ends are flat with rounded edges. The weight is complete. The lead is a light whitish-grey colour. The weight measures 30.8mm high, 13.4mm long by 10.9mm wide at the base: 8.6mm long by…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Last updated: Monday 11th May 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-781894
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable Medieval to Post Medieval lead weight, c. 1250-1800 AD. The weight is oval is shape and has a raised grid design of cross-hatched horizontal and vertical lines covering the entire surface. At one edge of the oval is a small pierced hole possibly indicating that the weight has been suspended. Part of the edge near the hole has been damaged. The reverse of the weight is flat. The weight measures 33.6mm long, 29.3mm wide, 4.8mm thick and it weighs 30.23 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Last updated: Monday 1st February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Centred on Farm House', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-E8E495
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight of uncertain date. The weight is conical with a sub-circular base, with six facets which taper to flattened apex. A central perforation is present on the apex and continues through the length of the object to the base. The object is a brown-grey colour and is very corroded. The weight is 15.8 mm tall, 18.5 mm wide at the base and weighs 15.2 g. Plain weights were cast locally in lead from the Roman period onwards for a wide variety of uses and are hard to date precisely. Therefore, due to a lack of contextual evidence and any diagnostic features it is not …
Created on: Tuesday 20th January 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
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Record ID: SUSS-E8B14C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl or weight of uncertain Roman to Post Medieval date. The object is discoidal, cream/grey in colour, with rounded edges and a central perforation. One face appears to have several incised straight lines extending from the central perforation. It measures 30.8 mm in diameter, 5.0 mm thick and weighs 26.3 g. Lead alloy weights were easy to manufacture and used widely; they are therefore difficult to date precisely outside of secure archaoelogical contexts. They are frequently given a wide date range for this reason.
Created on: Tuesday 20th January 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
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Record ID: SUSS-5CB37B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post Medieval cast lead alloy possible weight, dating to c. AD 1250-1800. The weight is square and is decorated on one side with a hollow circle which has a raised cross, creating four quadrants, each of which has a raised pellet. The weight is dark grey in colour. It measures 18.7 mm in length, 18.5 mm wide, 4.9 mm thick, 11.7 g in weight. This type of simplistic design was distributed widely across a large period of time; therefore, it is difficult to date precisely.
Created on: Wednesday 26th November 2014
Last updated: Monday 12th January 2015
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Record ID: SUSS-05B2A4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight sub-conical in plan with a flat circular upper surface and lightly facetted edges of uncertain number. The weight has a flat oval bottom which narrows into a conical shape, which seems to have been shaped by shaping the sides with shallow facets; the upper surface has been flattened without a suspension loop and there are a series of irregularly positioned seven circular indentations, perhaps indicating the turning of the object during shaping. A figure-of-eight-shaped groove is visible on the underside of the base and seems to hold traces of an iron…
Created on: Wednesday 10th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 10th September 2014
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Record ID: SUSS-058CD2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight of pyramidal in plan, with octagonal facetted outer edges. The weight has a flat octagonal bottom, smooth sides and a flattened suspension loop at its apex, which is rectangular in cross-section, with a transverse circular hole pierced through it. A V-shaped groove is visible on the underside of the base and is only a 3-4 mm deep within the standing weight. The weight measures approximately 53 mm high, 31.7-32.8 mm wide at base and weighs 239 grams. The metal is of a dark grey colour and patina. Because standing weights of this type were easy…
Created on: Wednesday 10th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 10th September 2014
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Record ID: SUSS-84CA33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy biconical steelyard weight, probably dating to the Roman period. The weight has flattened bottom with has a small section of corroded iron protruding from the top. A second iron section is visible at the top of the weight which is broken off at surface level. This would be all that remains of the original iron loop.The body is pitted with further evidence of iron staining. This weight measures 22.4mm long, including iron protusion. It is 21.5mm diameter and weighs 38.38 grams. Similar types of weights were used for a long period of time and are usually given a broad…
Created on: Wednesday 11th June 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 11th June 2014
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Record ID: SUSS-349E55
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small lead alloy weight with central iron shaft, dating to between the Roman to Post Medieval period. The weight is conical, with a large portion of its iron shaft protruding from the flat base and showing at the top. The weight measures 14.8 mm high (without protruding shaft at bottom), 14.8 mm diameter (at base) and weighs 14.6 grams.
Created on: Friday 14th March 2014
Last updated: Friday 14th March 2014
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Record ID: SUSS-348EC4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An extremely damaged conical standing weight of uncertain usage and date, probably Roman to Post Medieval in date. The conical weight is damaged with scoring on its outer face, possibly from in situ damage; the base is hollow approximately 10 mm up the inside of the weight, with an asymmetrically-positioned cylindrical hole also going only partway up the inside of the weight. It is unclear what this cylindrical hole would have been used for and as the weight does not have a central iron shaft running throught it, the weight's usage is unclear. The weight measures 43.4 mm high, 36.3…
Created on: Friday 14th March 2014
Last updated: Friday 14th March 2014
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Record ID: SUSS-A38E45
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight of uncertain date. The weight is conical in shape with a sub- circular flat base. The weight is pierced through the centre with a circular hole 11.21mm in diameter. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts.
Created on: Monday 18th November 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 20th November 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-A37ED1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy standing weight of uncertain date. The weight is conical in shape with a sub- circular flat base. The weight is pierced through the centre with a circular, cylindrical hole measuring 14.98mm in diameter. The shape of the weight and the hole in the centre are irregular. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts. However, conical weights with central iron suspension loops are common to the Roman period; no trace of iron material remains i…
Created on: Monday 18th November 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 20th November 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-A31903
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy standing weight of unknown date. The weight is sub-cylindrical with a narrowed centre. It is circular in section and the top and bottom are flat. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts.
Created on: Monday 18th November 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 20th November 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-A2EE55
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy large standing weight of unknown date. The weight is conical in shape and circular in cross-section with a flat base and a large circular suspension hole at the top. Lead weights were used throughout a large span of time and were generally easy to manufacture; therefore, they are difficult to date outside of secure archaeological contexts. This style of standing weight seems to have been used most frequently within the Medieval and Post Medieval periods. For a similar example, cf. Biggs and Withers 2000, esp. No. 73.
Created on: Monday 18th November 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 20th November 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-22C484
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy weight, or possibly a token, dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods. Although the object resembles lead tokens from this period, it is thicker and larger than the normal size for tokens of this type, suggesting that it could have been used as a small pan weight instead. One side has the joined initials H E, in moulded relief, with three pellets above; the other side is plain. The object has a diameter of 25.3 mm, 4.5 mm thick and weighs 22.5 grams. Lead tokens and weights had a wide variety of uses and were made locally; therefore they are difficult to…
Created on: Tuesday 12th November 2013
Last updated: Monday 20th May 2019
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Record ID: SUSS-22B842
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast uniface circular lead-alloy weight, or possibly a token, dating from the Medieval to post-Medieval periods, c. 1250 - 1800. The object is unusually large in diameter for a token. The decorated surface bears a series of relief-moulded upper case letters a short distance in from the edge. These are worn and only partially legible, reading: O [?C] W [- I R]. The reverse face is undecorated. The object is 45.4 mm in diameter, 2.5 mm thick and weighs 40.1 grams. It is uncertain whether this object was used as an oversized lead token or a contemporary weight. Lead tokens…
Created on: Tuesday 12th November 2013
Last updated: Monday 20th May 2019
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Record ID: SUSS-E0B971
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy weight of unknown date. Probably a line weight. This weight dates from somewhere between the Roman and Post Medieval periods (1st to 17th Centuries AD). This broad date range is given as weights of this kind are in use for a long period of time. The weight is sub-spherical in shape with a sub-circular hole running through it. The weight is 18.2mm in diameter and weighs 15g.
Created on: Wednesday 28th August 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 18th September 2013
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Record ID: SUSS-2402E7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead-alloy conical weight of uncertain date, probably dating from the Roman-Post Medieval periods. The weight is conical, with a small raised ring around the central hole, which penetrates through the centre of the weight vertically. The base has a deep groove running from the circumference of the weight to the central hole, possibly having to do with the central suspension loop, now missing. The weight is greyish white in colour. Lead alloy weights had a variety of uses throughout a large span of time and were relatively easy to manufacture; they are therefore difficult to …
Created on: Monday 19th August 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 12th November 2013
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Record ID: SUSS-E4DA91
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy steelyard weight probably dating to the Roman period (c. AD 43-410). The weight consists of a conical lead alloy body with the remains of a separately cast iron suspension loop running vertically through the centre, now missing its loop. The weight is in very poor condition with a crumbling surface and a large degree of iron corrosion and staining on the lead alloy surface. It measures roughly 45 mm in diameter at base, 23 mm high and weighs 171 grams. Numerous examples have been recorded on the PAS database; cf: SF-FB8D63 and WILT-8442F7. Because lead weights are eas…
Created on: Saturday 10th November 2012
Last updated: Saturday 10th November 2012
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Record ID: SUSS-7C6517
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A incomplete cast lead alloy hanging steelyard weight of uncertain, but probable Roman date. The weight is biconical with a flat base and slightly truncated top. There is a hole running through it from bottom to top which appears to contain the remains of the iron suspension loop. There is damage and corrosion around the central hole. The overall dimensions of the weight are 31.9mm diameter, 25.1mm tall, and it weighs 110.74g. Plain weights were cast locally in lead from the Roman period onwards and are difficult to date precisely, although weights of this shape are common to the Roma…
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2012
Last updated: Monday 7th April 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Angmering CP', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-D843B6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy weight, possibly a spindle whorl or loom weight of unknown date. The weight is sub-circular in plan and sub-rectangular in profile; in cross section it is an irregular circle. Through the centre is a sub-circular hole (13.5mm in diameter). The surface of the weight is very corroded but on one side there is a small indentation which may be the remains of the suspension element. There is no sign of decoration . The lead alloy has a grey/brown patina over much of its surface and is extremely worn. Spindle whorls and loom weights of simple design were cast easily throughou…
Created on: Tuesday 16th October 2012
Last updated: Monday 10th December 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.