Record ID: HAMP-F09386
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
The trade weight is circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. The obverse has a raised rim, with a circular engraved border as decoration. Two more concentric engraved circles are present on the obverse. Within the central circle, a  stamp is present, consisting of a Crowned GR. The reverse has a central depression and multiple filemarks.
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 12th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-C7A7D5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy half ounce trade weight of Victorian dating (AD 1837 to AD 1901).  The front exhibits multiple stamps: 1/2 OZ (half ounce weight); a Staffordshire knot, with C beneath it; a crown with VR and 33 beneath; a five petalled flower; a possible W; and several scratch marks. It has a diameter of 23.4 mm, and a maximum thickness of 5.47 mm. It weighs 13.19 g.
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: NLM-9074B2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead and iron weight. A large cast rectangular block with a U-shaped iron loop in its upper end and with a hole of diameter 11mm drilled through it a little below its mid-point. The metal retains a pale grey tint and the object bears numerous deep cuts and scratches, presumably from recurrent plough-strike. Suggested date: Modern, 1900-1950 Length: 115mm, Width: 63mm, Thickness: 66mm, Weight: c.4465.05gms
Created on: Wednesday 25th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 25th October 2023
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Record ID: LIN-A79DCB
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy 1 ounce trade weight, of the stacking cup type, of post-medieval to modern date (c.1660-1830). The weight has a wide and prominent upstanding rim and a deep incised circle defining the centre of the upper surface. It is stamped with 1 OZ and a motif that is probably corn-ears and above is the number 135 Dimensions: Diameter: 28.64 mm  Thickness: 7.38 mm  Weight:  27.66g or 0.97 oz (1 oz)
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Old Bolinbroke', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-34171D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight fragment. Cast D-shaped object of an angular plano-convex section, with four or more moulded pellets on one side only. Possibly reduced to this form by a cut along one side, and lightly patinated, subsequently gouged by plough strike. The knobbed surface on one side is a feature of some line weights used by modern beach anglers. Suggested date: Modern, 1900-1975 Length: 35.2mm, Width: 27.6mm, Thickness: 8.8mm, Weight: 40.37gms
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 9th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corringham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-0BB2E7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy circular pan or trade weight of 26.5g (c 1oz). The weight has a wide and prominent upstanding rim and a deep incised circle defining the centre of the upper surface. The weight is stamped with the arms of the City of London at 12 o'clock (London Guildhall, post 1826), a royal cypher of a crowned G for George IV at 3 o'clock, a ewer (for the London Founders Company, used to demonstrate adherence to standards) at 6 o'clock and an A (indicating measurement on the Averdepois scale) at 9 o'clock. In addition there are two local ma…
Created on: Monday 7th August 2023
Last updated: Monday 7th 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: LIN-B5FD54
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead and copper-alloy object, probably a harness pendant or weight, probably modern in date (c.AD 1700-1900) It is shield-shaped and rectangular in cross-section with a suspension loop at the narrow apex. One side is a decorated copper-alloy sheet with a lead-alloy reverse with iron corrosion around the sides. The decorated side has cross comprising of three bands with a central oval boss with a raised border; the background is filled with small lozenge shaped pellets. The whole design is framed by a raised border. Length: 65.14 mm, Width: 49.69 mm, Thickness: 9.02, Weigh…
Created on: Monday 22nd May 2023
Last updated: Monday 12th June 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: NCL-AEF75D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Newcastle upon Tyne
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy (brass) trade weight, probably dating to the reign of King George IV of England (AD 1820-1830).  The weight is circular with a flat base with central shallow concavitie and incised ring. The sides slope gently outwards and are flat and undecorated. The top features a raised circumferential rim with incised circular detail, central circle with interior concavitie and stamped motifs, including a stamped crown with the letters GR and Roman numeral 4 'IIII'. Because of wear and placement of stamps, some of these stamps are hard to read today.  Base…
Created on: Monday 3rd April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 27th September 2023
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