Record ID: LIN-787DE1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, cast, lead/lead alloy standing weight dating from the medieval period onwards (AD 1100-1800). The weight is pyramidal in form with a rounded rectangular cross section and triangular sides that taper towards the rounded apex.  The weight has a suspension loop at the apex with a circular, off-centre perforation (diameter 3.85 mm).  The roughly rectangular base measuring 26 mm by 17 mm (widest) is recessed. There are no obvious marks or decoration; the weight has a rough, irregular surface and a cream/light grey patina.  A simi…
Created on: Friday 19th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 30th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ashby De La Launde and Bloxholm', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-6530C0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead hem weight, most likely from the post medieval period, c. 1800-1900AD.  The discoid weight has two drilled holes, possibly for stitching.  The weight has a powdery white patina. Measurements: diameter 19.2mm; thickness 2.8mm; weight: 7.71g
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hinstock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-637EC1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead yard weight of unknown date, possibly Roman to post-Medieval (AD 43 -1800). It is broadly spherical and the surface is irregular and rough. A vertical hole runs from top to bottom through the weight.  Dimensions: Length 32.7 mm; width 31.6 mm; weight 138.97 g. This may be a steelyard weight, but there is no evidence of iron on the find. See SWYOR-FB5A95 on the PAS for a similar find.
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 27th September 2023
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Record ID: ESS-631A44
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy quarter ounce trade weight, of the stacking cup type, of post-medieval date (c.1660-1830). Description: The object is circular in plan and dished in profile with raised edges and flat bottom. There is a central dimple or recess showing the object was lathe-turned. There are four marks on the face, the sword of St Paul (for London) at 9 o'clock; an ewer at 6 o'clock for the Founders Company and a crowned G at 2 o'clock, signifying George I-IV. The reverse has fine linear scratches across it probably to adjust the weight at m…
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 12th July 2023
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Record ID: WREX-60ACE3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy possible steel-yard weight of unknown date.  Weights such as these were in use from Roman to the Post Medieval period (i.e. 43-1800AD). The object weight is sub-conical in shape.  The bottom has a roughly hexagonal indentation in the base. At the top of the weight there is a broken iron shaft protruding from the centre.  Iron within a lead alloy weight often occurs with steel yard weights. The weight has a powdery white/grey patina; the iron is corroded Measurements: Height: 45.5mm; Diameter: 34.0mm; Weight: 231g
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd May 2023
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Record ID: SUR-60907D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A discoidal lead alloy trade weight of 31g (c. 1oz) and of post medieval date. The upper face has an incised linear border but there are no obvious stamps or other marks. 
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 19th May 2023
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Record ID: NLM-605A12
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead possible weight. A flat-sided plain fragment possibly cut from a larger cast sheet, with up to eight possible sides; patinated and now bent to concavo-convex form. The mass could permit this to have represented just over six units of 4.07gms, which was a module thought to have been used for silver bullion transactions under Danish rule, or one ora/ore, the Scandinavian equivalent of a [slightly underweight] ounce. The Viking-Age use of weights representing the ora and its sub-units has been identified by Dave Haldenby at several contemporary sites in the East Riding, using large V…
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th May 2023
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Record ID: NMS-5FA169
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight of uncertain but probably medieval or post-medieval date. It has two flat and perfectly circular opposing faces, one larger than the other, and a straight-sloping edge between them. It is trapezoidal in cross-section. The larger face is decorated with eight straight lines radiating from the centre to the edge, each composed of multiple opposing pairs of short oblique incised grooves: the effect is like a fern or a fishbone, but without a spine. The radiating lines are not equally spaced and it seems that the intention might have been to place them in four pairs. However, th…
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 22nd June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-5E0F98
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight of Post Medieval date. The discoid plano-convex weight has a central circular dimple on its convex side. The reverse is mostly flat, but it's edges are bumpy with waste material. An off centre faint X is inscribed into the reverse.  The weight has a cream / light grey patina.  Measurements: 55.3mm diameter, thickness 13.3mm, weight 230.4 grams A similar weight has been recorded on the PAS database at NLM-720065, which was discovered in Nottinghamshire. Suggested date AD 1500-1700.
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th May 2023
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Record ID: NLM-4DD263
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy weight. Small bowl-shaped weight with everted sides, probably from a nested set. If so, the object may have been finished on a lathe, though no evidence for this remains; abraded. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1650 Diameter: 15.4mm, Height: 6.9mm, Thickness (wall): 2.8mm, Weight: 5.78gms
Created on: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Scotter', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NARC-37A76A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Post-Medieval date (AD 1700-1850). The object is discoidal with a flattened upper and lower surface, with a central shallow concavity in each. the upper and lower surfaces are decorated with a punched motif composed of an undulating outer boarder, within which are repeating punched annulets. The object is a suitable (slightly under) mass for an avoirdupois eight-ounce weight. The metal is grey/cream in colour with a predominantly smooth patina. Diameter: 42.63mm, Thickness: 19.06mm, Weight: 220.0g See Read (2016, 126, nos 873, 874) dated to the 17th…
Created on: Tuesday 16th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th May 2023
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Record ID: OXON-350F1F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy Post Medieval trade weight of 17th century date (AD 1625-1685). The weight is circular in plan with a raised border running around the outside edge (3.2mm wide). The face of the weight has four stamps: 1. a sword for the Sword of St. Paul for the city of London Guildhall at 12 o'clock, 2, a Captial letter A with seriffs at 3 o'clock,  3; a ewer for the London Founder’s Company (Worshipful Company of Founders) at 6 o'clock 4. an unclear mark at 9 o'clock. These are all crossed by an incised circular line placed inside t…
Created on: Tuesday 16th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-2378E3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  copper alloy weight of Post Medieval date, probably about AD 1550 - 1800. It is a 1/2-ounce stacking weight. The weight is discoidal with a raised rim and a turned circle. A dimple in the centre of the reverse shows where it was fixed for lathe turning. The weight has stamped marks of a central crown and another less clear mark which may be a poorly executed ewer. or a letter I. Diameter 24.0mm, thickness 4.3mm and weight 12.6g.
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 30th June 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-2375A2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead four ounce weight or ingot of Medieval to Modern date, about AD 1200 - 1900. It weighs 110.54g which is very close to 1/4lb in the Mercantile, Avoirdupois or Imperial systems (109.4g - 113g) (Egan, 1998, page 302). The weight is piriform with one flat face and one convex face, rounded at the wide end and pointed at the other. It may have been cast in a spoon. Compare SWYOR-4E57C5. It has a smooth cream patina. The object is 54.8mm long, 37.7mm wide, 11.9mm thick and weighs 110.54g.
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-229412
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead heraldic weight of Medieval date, 13th to 16th centuries. The weight is triangular in shape. The front face has a thick border, which surrounds a decorative lion rampant in light relief. The lion is facing towards the left of the triangular shield. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The object is light grey/ brown in colour with an even surface patina.  Measurements: length 48mm, maximum width 39.6mm, maximum thickness 11mm and weight 97.8 grams.  Similar heraldic weights have been recorded on the PAS database. Such as: NMGW-591…
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: LANCUM-21F4EA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Posy Medieval lead or lead alloy hem or curtain weight. It is flat and circular in plan. Near the centre there are two small circular perforations for sewing the weight into place. Date range c1700 to c1900 AD. Diameter 30mm, thickness 4mm, weight 23.42g. Similar objects are illustrated in Bailey (2004: 83) see nos. 391-8 which are described as women's hem weights or curtain weights, and date to the 18th-20th centuries.
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Salmesbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-21C621
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight probably dating from the Medieval period, about AD 1250 - 1500. It is piriform, with a flat base and rounded sides tapering to a narrowed domed apex with the remains of an iron attachment loop projecting from the apex. The height is 45.5mm, width is 47.3mm and weight is 423g. The mass is close to an Avoirdupois pound (lb) of 15 ounces (425.3g) as detailed in Egan (1998), page 302.
Created on: Monday 15th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 30th June 2023
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Record ID: NMS-E0D7F8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-medieval lead pendent weight. It is lentoid when viewed from the front or rear and plano-convex in cross-section. There is a crude (untidy) sub-oval perforation at the upper apex for suspension. The front (convex) face is decorated with three concentric lentoid grooves. A series of sub-oval impressions line the perimeter, except at the apices where they may be lost to wear or distortion. The reverse is undecorated. This weight was perhaps used as a sinker for a net or as a plumb bob. Somewhat similar examples on this database include NMS-562714, NMGW-B191F1 and LVPL…
Created on: Friday 12th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2023
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Record ID: IOW-CCC29B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval-Post Medieval cast lead alloy weight, c.AD 1200-1600. This weight is round in plan with flat, unmarked faces. This weight is just over 2 and a half drachms in the old English apothecary weight system, although given the lack of markings on the weight, the original use is unclear.
Created on: Thursday 11th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 30th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-CC6D58
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A discoidal lead alloy trade weight of Medieval date weighing 62.48g (2.2 oz). The upper surface has moulded decoration in high relief comprising an eight rayed star within a thick rim border, with large pellets between the rays. The centre has a small circular boss with a hole at the centre, possibly for a now lost suspension attachment.
Created on: Thursday 11th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A5BAED
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1300-1900). Description: The object is square and has a light grey patina with some copper-alloy plating on the sides.  Measurements: length: 19.2mm; width: 18.3mm; thickness: 7.7mm; weight: 21.7g Discussion: A comparable object on the database is BERK-E3EC3C
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 10th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A5B2B6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1300-1900). Description: The object is square and has a light grey patina with some copper-alloy plating on the sides.  Measurements: length: 22.3mm; width: 21.5mm; thickness: 10.8mm; weight: 42.65g Discussion: A comparable object on the database is BERK-E3EC3C
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 10th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A599EC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1600-1900). Description: The object is square in plan and trapezoid in profile and cross-section, having sloping sides.The weight has a light grey patina. Measurements: length: 26.7mm; width:26.3mm; thickness: 11.1mm; weight: 56.56g
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 12th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A59024
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1600-1900). Description: The object is sqaure with a central hole through the centre. Either side of the hole are the numbers '2' and '5', raised. The weight has a light grey patina. Measurements: length: 34.1mm; width:30.5mm; thickness: 14.2mm; weight: 147g
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 10th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A56D55
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1600-1900). Description: The object is circular with a flat base dished top and raised rim. At its centre is an uncertain punch mark, possibly an anchor, within a border. There is a score mark cutting through the border. The bas has some liniar grooves. The weight has a light grey patina. Measurements: diameter: 40mm; thickness: 9.3mm; weight: 108.3g
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 10th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A5429D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1100-1900). Description: The object is circular with a flat base and rounded top with irregular head at the centre. It has a pitted, pale cream patina. Measurements: diameter: 43mm; thickness: 17mm; weight: 179.7g Discussion: Weights such as this can be difficult to date due to being a functional objects that have not altered significantly over time. Biggs and Withers (2000) note that standing weights made of lead were still used in comparatively recent times. 
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 7th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A51635
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1100-1900). Description: The weight is conical with rounded sides and apex and a circular, slightly dished base with a hole at its centre. There are deep scores in various places. It has a pitted, pale cream patina. Measurements: height: 43mm; diameter: 40mm; weight: 398g Discussion: Weights such as this can be difficult to date due to being a functional objects that have not altered significantly over time. Biggs and Withers (2000) note that standing weights made of lead were still us…
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 3rd July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A50485
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1100-1900). Description: The weight is conical with a rounded apex and circular, slightly dished base. There are deep scores in various places. It has a pitted, pale cream patina. Measurements: height: 45.7mm; diameter: 34.7mm; weigth: 250g Discussion: Weights such as this can be difficult to date due to being a functional objects that have not altered significantly over time. Biggs and Withers (2000) note that standing weights made of lead were still used in comparatively recent times. 
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 7th July 2023
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Record ID: ESS-A48044
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight of probable medieval to post-medieval date (c.1250-1900). Description: The weight is piriform (pear-shaped) and has a central hole in the base and deep scores in various places. It has a pitted, pale cream patina. Measurements: height: 60mm; diameter: 50mm; weigth: 813g Discussion: A similar weight is recorded on the database at SWYOR-ABF9D5
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 7th July 2023
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Record ID: PUBLIC-A10939
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead 16.5g weight, spindle whorl or loom weight of uncertain date, but probably of the late Medieval to Post-Medieval period.  The weight is hemispherical with a flat base, circular in plan and has a rounded convex top. It has a sub-circular 3.8mm diameter drilling through the centre. It is undecorated and the surface is covered with pitting and scratch marks and displays a white-grey colour.  Lead weights, along with spindle whorls were commonly used from the Iron Age through to the Post Medieval period and are difficult to date with any certainty.&nb…
Created on: Tuesday 9th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Deal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-8DB40E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, though apparently misshapen, Medieval or Post Medieval lead weight, dating to c AD 1400 - 1600. The object is  sub rectangular in plan and in cross section with a complicated and perhaps damaged and confused grid-like pattern in relief. It weighs 54.00g which is 1.9 ozs and may be an early avoir dupois weight approximating to 2ozs. Dimensions: 32.5 in length; 31.6mm in width; 53.87g in weight See SOM-667738 for similar
Created on: Monday 8th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 2nd October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Andover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-50EC66
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight or gaming piece of early medieval date (c.800-1000) Description: The object is circular in plan and conical in profile. It has a circular hollow in the base. The object has a light cream patina. Measurements: height: 8.4mm; diameter: 13mm; weight: 6.2g
Created on: Friday 5th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 5th July 2023
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Record ID: NLM-265484
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. Cast sub-cylindrical object with an off-centre moulded aperture of diameter 10.7mm, and with deep and shallow tying notches at the edged of the hole. Deep apparently random cut-marks appear; patinated. Suggested date: possibly Medieval, 1200-1500 Diameter: 26.1mm, Thickness: 15.2mm, Weight: 51.24gms
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Belton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-26262B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight dating from the Roman period onwards (c.AD 43-1700). The object is circular in plan and rectangular in cross-section. One face is stamped with a large incised Roman numeral I and the other face presents II. The reverse is undecorated. The object has a white / grey patina. Dimensions: Diameter 32.2mm; thickness 7.3mm; weight 51.03g Lead weights are common throughout the medieval and post medieval periods. Biggs, N. & Withers, P. (2000) note that weights of this type with numerals are consistent with the Roman weight-system as well as the avoirdupois sy…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: NLM-25F397
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead possible weight. Cast conical weight, patinated. The mass might suggest this could have represented one [overweight] ounce at an indeterminate period between the Roman and the Post-Medieval. The same form would also be apt for a Roman playing piece for a board game. Slight shrinkage in the flat surface may suggest this object was cast in an open mould. Suggested date: Unknown, 43-1700 Diameter: 23.2mm, Height: 13.8mm, Weight: 30.22gms
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Epworth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-25E1B4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl or weight dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular and convex with a flat base. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 7.6mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white / cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 24.8mm; thickness 9.1mm; weight 21.88g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwards.&nb…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 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: NARC-127FB0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy Weight of Medieval to Post Medieval date (AD 1066-1800). The weight is of sub-conical form and has a flat base and tapering sides which taper to a rounded upper end, which is truncated by a break. There is a circular perforation which runs through the length of the object to the base. There are a number of shallow linear grooves in the sides and base of the object, likely due to post-depositional agencies. The weight does not fit obviously into any standard systems of weight measurement, even allowing for a possible missing suspension loop. It could be a …
Created on: Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-BD590D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight of uncertain date, though probably Medieval to Post-Medieval (c. AD 1100-1750). The weight is plano-convex in shape, with a slightly convex base. The weight is undecorated, with the exception of a few isolated grooves potentially due to a casting error or post depositional damage. The metal has a light brown patina. The weight is 13.77mm tall, 19.63mm in diameter and weighs 28.38g. The term 'weight' is used here in its broadest sense to include uses that do not involve weighing (e.g. holding-down, tensioning, etc.). Simple lead weig…
Created on: Friday 28th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-BD1278
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight or steelyard weight of uncertain date, possibly medieval to post medieval date c.AD 1300-1700. The conical weight has a slightly rounded sub-circular base, the sides slope upwards, slightly square off, narrow with a waist and slope upwards towards to top. This gives the appearance that the weight is formed from a larger circular weight with a small weight on top. A vertical hole runs from the top to bottom through the weight, widening slightly towards the base. It has a white and pale grey patina across the surface and is quit…
Created on: Friday 28th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-BC705D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead-alloy weight, possibly a suspended or pendant weight, of uncertain date. The weight has a D-shaped section with one side flat and the other convex. The bottom of the weigh is curved which widens and then narrows towards the top. A narrowed area extends from the rest of the weight. This terminates with a worn and patinaed break. This missing area may have housed a suspension loop. A pair of wide gashes can be found on the convex face of the object which reveal shiny lead-alloy material. The object is green-brown in colour with a wo…
Created on: Friday 28th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-BBFC89
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy suspended or pendant weight of Medieval to Post Medieval date, c. AD 1100-1600. The weight has a flattened spherical pointed oval shape with an integral suspension loop found within a circular projection on one end of the drop. It is sub-oval in section. It decorated with a single raised longitudinal ridge on each of the two faces. The object is green-brown in colour with a worn surface. It is 57.28mm in length, 19.03mm in width, 14.65mm in thickness and weighs 65.52g. A similar weight is describe…
Created on: Friday 28th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: SUR-BACF65
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A freestanding conical lead weight of 118.73g (4.2 oz or approximately 1/4 Avoirdupois lb), with fluted sides. The apex has an incomplete integrally cast suspension loop. The sides have eight facets, equidistant around the circumference and running from base to apex. The base is flat.
Created on: Friday 28th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A90DD9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is conical with a flat base and tapering sides to a rounded top. It is undecorated. The object is 13.25mm tall, 16.05mm in diameter and weighs 17.60g. Weights of a similar form have been identified from Early-Medieval contexts. Numerous similar objects have been recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme including SWYOR-427442 which states that such objects are often described as gaming pieces but there are few excavated examples with which to compare them. They can also be interpreted as wei…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A8E2FD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is conical with a flat base and tapering sides to a rounded top. It is undecorated. The object is 10.68mm tall, 13.85mm in diameter and weighs 12.74g. Weights of a similar form have been identified from Early-Medieval contexts.  Numerous similar objects have been recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme including SWYOR-427442 which states that such objects are often described as gaming pieces but there are few excavated examples with which to compare them. They can also be interpreted as w…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A8D74D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is conical with a flat base and tapering sides to a rounded top. It is undecorated. The object is 9.44mm tall, 12.43mm in diameter and weighs 8.93g. Weights of a similar form have been identified from Early-Medieval contexts.  Numerous similar objects have been recorded with the Portable Antiquities Scheme including SWYOR-427442 which states that such objects are often described as gaming pieces but there are few excavated examples with which to compare them. They can also be interpreted as wei…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A8BB1A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy object, probably a weight, of uncertain date, c.AD 43-1800. The object is sub-ovate with a flat section. It is pierced close to the centre of the object, possibly for suspension, and is undecorated. The metal has a light brown/white patina and is in fair condition. The object is 32.76mm long, 29.36mm wide, 7.96mm thick and weighs 39.31g. The perforation is 7.69mm in diameter. Simple lead 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 an…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A8A9FC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight or spindle whorl of uncertain date. The object is plano-convex with a flat base and slightly domed top. A central perforation runs through the object and all surfaces appear undecorated. The metal has a light white/grey patina and is worn. The object is 31.68mm diameter, 11.37mm thick and weighs 71.87g. The perforation is 9.66mm in diameter. Walton Rogers (1997, p.1731) suggests Roman spindle whorls have a diameter of between 4-8mm while the diameter of Early-Medieval to medieval spindles is in the range of 9-11mm to fit the thicker spindles of…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-A890BA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy object, probably a weight, of uncertain date, c.AD 43-1800. The object is sub-ovate with a flat section. It is pierced close to the centre of the object, possibly for suspension, and is undecorated. The metal has a light brown/white patina and is in fair condition. The object is 24.02mm long, 22.15mm wide, 3.96mm thick and weighs 11.84g. The perforation is 2.44mm in diameter. Simple lead 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 an…
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-A7DC28
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small barrel shaped perforated lead weight of medieval to Post medieval date, AD 1200 - 1900. It is barrel shaped (oval in profile and circular in cross-section). A central perforation runs the whole length. The mass is exactly 1oz in the Imperial systems, making it highly likely to be a weight. Length: 20.91mm Weight: 28.33g Diameter: 16.85mm Diameter of central perforation: 3.91mm
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2023
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Record ID: SOM-A3FE38
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular lead trade weight of post-medieval date, c. 16th to 19th century. The weight is undecorated. Diameter: 17.40mm thickness: 5.97mm, weight: 11.26g. 
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 27th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ilminster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SOM-A3F90C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete circular lead trade weight of post-medieval date, c. 16th - 19th century. The weight is undecorated.  Diameter: 16.07mm, thickness: 3.85mm, weight: 6.88g. 
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 27th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ilminster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A35CA4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast lead 55.4g (c.2 oz) circular weight stamped with probably the trader's initials T W, probably dating to the period c.1550-1800. Round and flat, disc-like. The face has two circular stamps, both bearing the letters T W (with the T above and inset within the W). The weight was once pierced (off-centre) and has the visible remains of an oxidised iron rod on both sides. The reverse is plain and flat, excepting the protruding corroded remains of the 6mm diameter iron rod. The surface displays a fairly even grey colour. Diameter 38.2mm, thickness 5mm and …
Created on: Thursday 27th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-937450
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Age uncertain, lead alloy, crudely cast, small, flat, cuboidal shaped probable unofficial weight with relatively sharp edges. This weight could have been used in conjunction with other similar weights. There is a white/pale grey surface patina but broken down on most of the sharp edges with a white flat surface and dark grey matt irregular surface close to the edges. This probable weight is of unknown date. Ref. Detector Finds, Gordon Bailey, Greenlight Publishing 1992, page 52-58, History Beneath Our Feet, Brian Read, Anglia Publishing Ipswich 1995, page 98-99 and Detector Finds …
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-92E557
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is sub-conical with a flat base and tapering sides to a flat top. A central perforation is present with irregular diameter from top to bottom and the object is undecorated. The object is 8.2mm tall, 13.6mm in diameter and weighs 6.1g. Lead objects such as this are common metal detector finds but are rare from excavated contexts. This means that the dating of lead objects of this general type is problematic, and their use is invariably uncertain. The term 'weight' is used here in its broadest sense to …
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-92DEED
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is sub-conical with a flat base and tapering sides to a flat top. A central perforation is present and the object is undecorated. The object is 6.4mm tall, 14.5mm in diameter and weighs 6.6g. Lead objects such as this are common metal detector finds but are rare from excavated contexts. This means that the dating of lead objects of this general type is problematic, and their use is invariably uncertain. The term 'weight' is used here in its broadest sense to include uses that do not involve weighing (…
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-92C6DB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy conical weight of uncertain date, though probably medieval to Post-Medieval, c.AD 1100 - 1750. The weight has a flat circular base from which the sides taper irregularly to a rounded top. An off-central circular perforation runs through the object. The surface of the weight is undecorated. The metal has a mid-grey patina and is worn. The weight is 16.9mm tall, 15.3mm in diameter at the base and weighs 21.9g. The term 'weight' is used here in its broadest sense to include uses that do not involve weighing (e.g. holding-down, tensioning, etc.). They were c…
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th May 2023
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Record ID: DEV-91057B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead/lead alloy standing weight dating from the medieval period onwards (c.AD 1200-1700). The weight is pyramidal in shape with a flat, square-shaped base and triangular sides that gradually taper towards the top. At the apex the weight flattens. It is pierced near the apex and centrally. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: height 34 mm; width (base) 16 mm x 13 mm; width (top) 8 mm x 5 mm; apex perforation diameter 3.5 mm; central perforation diameter 6 mm. Weight: 34.7g Weights can be hard to date due t…
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 3rd July 2023
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Record ID: SUR-9041DD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small copper alloy Georgian provincial trade weight of 6.37g (c. 1/4oz). The weight is discoidal, with concentric ridges on the upper surface which encloses a single central mark, probably a crowned GR.
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 26th April 2023
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Record ID: SUR-9028FB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small post medieval copper alloy trade weight of 6.62g (1/4oz). 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 C cypher for Charles I or II (10 o'clock).
Created on: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 26th April 2023
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Record ID: IOW-7B1829
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval-Post Medieval lead alloy weight, c.AD 1200-1700. The weight is pyramidal in plan tapering from a square base to a narrower top, with a single perforation towards the top of the pyramid. The object is undecorated with some scuff marks on all faces. The metal has a light grey/brown patina and is worn. For a similar example, see YORYM-9CEEA5.
Created on: Tuesday 25th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: OXON-2AD6E5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Modern case lead weight with the impression of the reverse of a coin from the Georgian era. The weight is sub-oval being slightly irregular in plan and rectangular in cross section. The flat is plain barring irregular recesses and scratches. However the upper surface has a circular impression. Within this are the shallow and faded remains of  a figure seated facing with shield facing right and the shield to the left. The letter BRIT are slightly visible. This would appear then to be a reverse of  a georgian Britannia reverse penny. The year is unclear. The weight is a grey…
Created on: Friday 21st April 2023
Last updated: Friday 21st April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-145655
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Trade Weight of Modern date (AD 1837-1901). The object is a 1/2-ounce stacking trade weight. The weight is discoidal with a raised rim, which has small portions missing. The weight has stamped marks of the initials V (double struck) R (for Victoria) below which is a quartered shield for the Guildhall. Above the initials is an abraded stamp likely reading ½ indicating a half ounce. The lower surface has a central circular void. Diameter: 22.72mm, Thickness: 5.95mm, Weight: 12.0g The metal is dark brown in colour with a pitted patina.
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-1443D9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Trade Weight of Post Medieval date (AD 1603-1688). The object is a 1/2-ounce stacking trade weight. The weight is discoidal with a raised rim, which has small portions missing. The weight has stamped marks of a crowned I (for James I-II) at 12 O’clock. St Pauls sword London mark at 6 O’clock. However the laver or coffee pot, the inspection mark of the Worshipful Company of Founders, who controlled the lawful making of brass weights in London and for three miles around (Withers and Withers 2011, page 78) is not legible. The uppe…
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-143BC4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead-alloy Standing Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200 - 1700). The object is sub-ovate and domed in form. The sides of the weight flare to an ovate base. The weight has a flat base. The weight is undecorated. Height: 14.45mm, Diameter: 23.72mm, Weight: 34.7g The metal is cream in colour with numerous grooves and some pitting to the surface.
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th January 2024
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Record ID: NARC-142F2C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is flat in section and circular in plan. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 26.01mm, Thickness: 8.23mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 10.14mm, Weight: 27.8g. The metal is brown in colour with a predominantly smooth patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-142899
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object has an irregular D shaped in section and sub-circular in plan. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 22.95mm, Thickness: 9.06mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 9.37mm, Weight: 19.1g. The metal is brown in colour with a pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-141A4C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is plano-convex in section and circular in plan. The upper surface is slightly domed. The object has central circular perforation. The upper domed surface has an abraded, moulded decoration consisting of repeating chevrons. Diameter: 32.62mm, Thickness: 15.08mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 8.33mm, Weight: 93.1g. The metal is cream/ light brown in colour with a pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 14th September 2023
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Record ID: NARC-1412A8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is plano-convex in section and circular in plan. The upper surface is slightly domed. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 28.86mm, Thickness: 12.35mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 10.10mm, Weight: 51.6g. The metal is cream in colour with a pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-140AC6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is bi-convex in section and sub-circular in plan. The object has central sub-circular perforation around which, on both upper and lower surfaces, is a raised boarder. Diameter: 32.43mm, Thickness: 14.88mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 12.53mm, Weight: 71.3g. The metal is grey/light brown in colour with a slightly pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-13D1DB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is plano-convex in section and circular in plan. The upper surface is slightly domed. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 32.62mm, Thickness: 15.08mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 8.33mm, Weight: 93.1g. The metal is cream/ light brown in colour with a pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NARC-13BDF3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is flat in section and circular in plan. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 32.29mm, Thickness: 16.88mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 9.96mm, Weight: 110.3g. The metal is cream in colour with a predominantly smooth patina
Created on: Thursday 20th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 28th April 2023
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Record ID: NLM-FBDD03
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. Cast line weight, of elongated oval or teardrop form and of an angular rhomboid section with a projecting beaded edge all around. There may be a faintly moulded herringbone pattern on one or both sides which seems to have randomly been supplemented by crudely incised strokes. Torn at its narrower upper end, probably marking the loss of a suspension loop. Patinated. A group of similar weights come from a stratified context at Hull, Myton Street, where a 14th-century date is proposed, and others occasionally nod to their primary function with piscine ornamental motifs. Sugge…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rampton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-FB5A95
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A perforated lead object, probably a weight of unknown date, AD 43 - 1800. It is a sub-spherical globular object with a concave base and a central hole running through it of 3-4mm diameter, now filled with soil. The object is 20.9mm long, 24.2mm in diameter and weighs 69.49g. The mass does not obviously fit into any standard system of weight measurement, so it is perhaps a line weight or similar, designed to add mass rather than to measure it. 
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 10th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-FAD920
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable Early Medieval lead weight with a copper alloy coin inset within.  The object is circular with a flat upper face and flat underside. The underside has a slightly raised circumferential border. Set within the upper face is a copper alloy coin that appears to be a 3rd century nummi. The bust of a male emperor is facing left.  NLM-8F9E07 discovered in Lincolnshire is also a weight with a Roman coin thought to be set within it, this is dated to the Early Medieval period when it is thought the use of weights with insets is considered characteristic of Viking Age activ…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 24th April 2023
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Record ID: BUC-E86A55
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy cast object, possibly a weight, of uncertain date. The weight is a long pyramid shape, with pitting across the surface from casting. On the base there is a central poured lead part. The weight is a mid grey colour, and measures 20.3mm in length, 12.3mm in width, 15.5mm in height and weighs 19.11g. 
Created on: Tuesday 18th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 20th November 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: SWYOR-D4E270
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, copper-alloy weight dating from the Early Medieval period, AD 800 - 1000. It is in the form of a fourteen-sided polyhedron; effectively a cube with the corners cut off. Eight of the sides are equilateral triangles, the other six are rectangular. Each of the rectangular faces is decorated with a cross, made of four ring and dot punches, linked with tiny punch dots. The triangular faces may have been decorated, the the surface is too corroded to be sure. Similar examples include NLM-EBA6E3, SWYOR-3C5372 and SWYOR-A5AC26, the latter of which is the closest parallel in weight,…
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 29th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Thirsk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-D342B2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small, roughly cast, lead artefact which has been manipulated into the form of a sub-cube of lead, of unknown date, probably AD 500 - 1900. The mass of 28.68g suggests it was made from 1oz of lead, or intended to be used as a 1oz weight in the Imperial or Avoirdupois systems, and perhaps the Mercantile system (Egan, 1998, page 302). The cube has a concavo-convex base. The sides have visible curved marks from bending, sugggest the lead may have been folded into this shape. The top has a cross-shaped recess in the top, as if another object could be mounted there. The corners aroun…
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 15th May 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-D2FCAA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight or gaming piece of uncertain date. The object is circular with a rectangular section, a flat top and base. One surface retains marking which may have formed decoration though this is now too worn to adequately determine. The metal has a light white patina. The object is 16mm in diameter, 4.7mm thick and weighs 8.2g. Weights of a similar form have been identified from Early-Medieval contexts at Cottam, East Riding of Yorkshire. However, due to the lack of secure context for the current example dating it and other examples of this general type is problemati…
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th April 2023
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Record ID: SUR-D0D55C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small post medieval cast copper alloy bullion weight of 5.47g. The weight has a slightly irregular sub rectangular shape with bevelled edges. Both faces have four annulet stamps denoting a 4 pennyweight value and a now illegible oval maker's or standardisation mark. 
Created on: Monday 17th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 17th April 2023
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Record ID: PUBLIC-BC12F4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and damaged conical lead weight of uncertain date, but probably late Medieval to Post-Medieval. Free-standing, with a circular flat base and gently tapering sides that are slightly flattened and terminate in a 'torn open' suspension loop at the apex. The surface has many gouges and dents and displays a light grey colour. Height 53.8mm, base diameter 33.2mm and weight 296g.
Created on: Sunday 16th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NARC-80C981
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead Weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (AD 1200-1700). The object is flat in section and sub-circular in plan. The object has central sub-circular perforation. Diameter: 37.20mm, Thickness: 8.11mm, Diameter (inner perforation): 9.45mm, Weight: 51.6g. The metal is brown/cream in colour with a slightly pitted patina
Created on: Thursday 13th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 14th 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: IOW-7F85BD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight of Medieval to Post Medieval date, c.AD 1066-1800. The weight is of sub-conical form and has a flat base and sides that taper to a rounded point. There is a circular perforation at the base of the object which runs through the length of the object to the top. The weight of this object does not conform to any weight system used at the time, so may have been used as a fishing weight.
Created on: Thursday 13th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 24th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IOW-7F39A6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight of Medieval to Post Medieval date, c.AD 1066-1800. The weight is of sub-conical form and has a flat base and sides thah taper to a rounded point. There is no perforation of this object. The weight of this object does not conform to any weight system used at the time, so may have been used as a fishing weight.
Created on: Thursday 13th April 2023
Last updated: Monday 24th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

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: LIN-D88ABC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead early medieval weight dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is sub-rectangular with one straight edge and one rounded end. It is also sub-rectangular in cross-section. There are two circular apertures at both ends. Possible pulley. Length: 42.57 mm; Width: 25.82 mm; Thickness: 13.93 mm; Weight: 41.55g
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 19th May 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D86400
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead object, probably an early medieval weight or ingot (c.AD 800-900). The object is pointed oval in form and sub-lozenge in cross-section with a border of applied lead folded over the edges. On one side, there is a central longitudinal ridge. At the apex is an lead overlay that is conical, folding over both sides of the object; it is broken on one edge and is chipped at the uppermost. The surface is fairly smooth with a greyish-brown-white patina. This object was found with a number of gaming pieces and weights that can be dated to the 9th century AD. It may repre…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-D854E3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight dating from the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is slightly in shape with slightly tapered, rounded ends. Through the centre is a circular perforation measuring 2.7mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery light grey patina. Dimensions: Length 28.7mm; diameter 14.6mm; weight 27.61g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwa…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D83445
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval to medieval weight, probably a fishing net weight or sinker (c.AD 800-1400). The object is hollow and tubular, gently narrowing towards one end and slightly bulbous at the opposite. Both terminals are flat and have circular aperture (c.4 mm and 4.50 mm in diameter). Greyish-brown-white patina.  Length: 24.35 mm; Width: 12.45 mm; Weight: 16.97g Discussion This item is probably a fishing net weight or sinker. It was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts that probably date to the 9th century …
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D7E499
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval inset weight dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-1000). The object is domed with a circular flat base. There are areas of inset translucent green glass pressed into the lead Cream-white patina. Height: 14.09 mm; Width: 20.04 mm; Weight: 24.56g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts that probably date to the 9th century. Weights from Torksey include lead inset types and these are thought to represent the transfer of an insular Viking tradition, providing evidence of another examp…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 25th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D72A5C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval weight or gaming piece dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is conical with a flat but bumpy base. Abraded and rough surface. Undecorated. Greyish-white patina. Height: 23.99 mm; Width: 14.79 mm; Weight: 20.96g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts that probably date to the 9th century. It is difficult to determine the difference between lead weights and gaming pieces. At Torksey (Lincs), the Viking camp/settlement, solid lead pieces were classed as weights and hollow exa…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D72121
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval weight or gaming piece dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is broadly cylindrical with a flat top surface with two globular patches of iron, possibly traces of an iron suspension loop. Beside the iron corrosion is a sub-oval indentation - it is unclear if this is damage or intentional. The base is slightly dished. Undecorated. Fairly smooth surface. Greyish-white patina. Height: 10.45 mm; Width: 16.05 mm; Weight: 18.30g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts that prob…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D71131
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval weight or gaming piece dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is broadly cylindrical with a domed top surface that has a flat apex, and a flat, slightly dished, base. Undecorated. Fairly smooth surface. Greyish-white patina. Height: 9.97 mm; Width: 14.92 mm; Weight: 12.48g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts. It is difficult to determine the difference between lead weights and gaming pieces. At Torksey (Lincs), the Viking camp/settlement, solid lead pieces …
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D70323
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval weight or gaming piece dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is broadly cylindrical, narrowing gently towards a slightly dished apex. The opposite end is flat. Undecorated. Abraded surface. Greyish-white patina. Height: 13.01 mm; the diameter of the base is 17.61 mm; Weight: 23.93g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts. It is difficult to determine the difference between lead weights and gaming pieces. At Torksey (Lincs), the Viking camp/settlement, solid le…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
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Record ID: LIN-D6F5CD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead early medieval weight or gaming piece dating to the 9th century (c.AD 800-900). The object is broadly cylindrical, narrowing gently towards a slightly convex apex. The opposite end is flat. Undecorated. Fairly smooth surface.  Greyish-brownish-white patina. Height: 13.44 mm; the diameter of the base is 17.70 mm; Weight: 23.62g Discussion This piece was found with several other gaming pieces, lead weights and lead offcuts. It is difficult to determine the difference between lead weights and gaming pieces. At Torksey (Lincs), the Viking camp/settlemen…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-D41BDB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl or weight dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1800). The object is circular with flat faces and a rounded edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 6.4mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white / cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 28.1mm; thickness 8.7mm; weight 51.16g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwa…
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: NLM-D398C8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. Cast pyramidal line weight, with a rectangular base, roughly pierced from both sides below its apex, probably an improvised measure, and patinated overall. Other pendent weights of this general form were purpose-made, with a group coming from 14th-century Hull and individual weights from northern urban contexts. Suggested date: Medieval, 1300-1400 Length: 33.4mm, Width: 14.2mm, Thickness: 9.7mm, Weight: 25.37gms
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 5th April 2023
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