Record ID: LVPL-6FAD5D
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy stirrup strap mount dating to the early medieval period (c.AD 1000-1100). The mount is formed of sub-triangular plate, the base of which is incomplete.The plate is decorated with a moulded design in a zoomorphic style that consists of a large head at the apex facing upwards with a stepped in snout and nose and small heads at the base corners, flanking the base, and projecting below. The apex presents a small circular loop. Between the heads running parallel to and creating the multiple curves of the outer edges, are a series of looped, cu…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-6F4BFB
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting, likely from a sword belt, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1600). The object consists of an incomplete plate with a sub-triangular body that topped with a trefoil design. At the centre of the trefoil is a circular aperture for a rivet. The face of the plate is decorated with a cast foliate pattern of stems with branching leaves and the rear is undecorated.The object has a rough surface and a brown / dark green patina. Dimensions: length 37.1mm, width 17.5mm, thickness 3.4mm, weight 5.35g. A similar compl…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-6EBF43
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c. 1200-1400 AD). The object is vesica in shape (pointed oval). On the reverse is an incomplete loop positioned at the bottom point of the oval. The die presents a central motif of a raised wheat sheaf outlined by a thin oval line. The wheat sheaf consists of three vertical lines; the outer two spiral out at the half-point of the design and the middle line continues to form the wheat ear. The inscription around the outer edge is quite damaged on the right side and difficult to read. The inscription on the left side re…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-9C7DB1
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A single lead shot / musket ball dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The shot is spherical with a light grey patina. The surface is smooth with some abraded patches. Dimensions: Diameter 21.5mm; weight 54.2g The weight of the shot is large and may have been used in a 17th century musket.
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-9C64BD
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy shot dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1700-1850). The shot consists of a spherical body with a conical head. Around the centre are six raised rectangular bumps. At the opposite end protrudes a cylindrical stub. The object has a dark cream patina. Dimensions: Length 14.6mm; diameter 11.6mm; weight 9.54g The shot is likely from an 18th century pistol.
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-9B32DE
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy pot leg fragment from a cooking vessel or cauldron that dates from the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1350-1750). The object is sub-rectangular in shape and sub-triangular in cross section. One face presents a worn raised rib down the centre and raise sides. The fragment has a worn break to the top and bottom and presents a powdery light green / brown patina. Dimensions: Length 35mm; width 23.9mm; thickness 9.7mm; weight 25.2g Metal vessels such as ewers, skillets and cauldrons would have been costly items, and as such repairs would be made if they s…
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-9B1499
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight issued in the reign of Charles I (1625-1649) or Charles II (1660-1685). The weight is disc shaped with a raised rim that is bevelled on the inside. There are three stamp marks on this face: a sword at 2 o’clock, representing the sword of St. Paul for the City of London, a ewer (for the Founder's Company, maker of weights) at 5 o’clock, and a crowned ‘C’ (royal cypher) at 11 o’clock, probably for one of the King Charles. The reverse face is flat. The entire object has a smooth dark green patina. …
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-9ACBE4
Object type: BULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy medieval Papal bulla of Pope Clement VI, whose papacy lasted from AD 1342-1352. Obverse: CLE/MENS/.PP VI. (flower motifs in field) PP stands for 'Pastor Pastorum' or 'Shepherd of Shepherds'. Reverse: The faces of Saints Peter and Paul are depicted on the reverse, moulded in bas relief and each surrounded by a separate pellet border with a crozier between the two, and enclosed within a circumferential border. Above the faces is the inscription SPASPE, an abbreviation for St. Paul and St. Peter. St. Paul is seen on the left …
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-8A6E0B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete medieval silver penny of Edward III (1327-1377), fourth coinage, pre-treaty period, Series D dating to (c.AD 1352-1353). Cf North Vol. II (1991: 51) no. 1158. Obverse: Crowned bust forwards; [EDWARD]VS [REX ANGLIE] (double saltire stops) Reverse: Long cross dividing legend with three pellets in each quarter; quatrefoil in centre of reverse; [...]
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-8A4601
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A mostly complete medieval sterling silver imitation continental penny of John I Duke of Brabant dating to c.AD 1288-94. Mint: Brussels or Louvain. Obverse: Bust facing, wearing chaplet of roses; + I DVX LIMBVRGIE Reverse: Long cross pattee with three pellets in each angle; DVX BRA BAN TIE
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-8A088C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver penny of Charles I (AD 1625-1649), Group B, C or D, dating to AD 1630-3. Mint: London. Initial mark: Uncertain. Cf North (1991) p.162-3. Obverse: Crowned bust left, I behind; CARO D G M B F ET H REX Revese: Oval garnished shield; IVSTITIA THRONVM FIRMAT
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-89E670
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver penny of Charles I (AD 1625-1649), Group G, seventh bust, dating to AD 1641-3. Mint: London. Initial mark: Pellet. Cf North (1991) p. 163 no. 2273. Bust is double struck. Obverse: Crowned bust left, I behind; CARO D G M B F ET H REX Revese: Oval garnished shield; IVSTITIA THRONVM FIRMAT
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-89B8DA
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy chafing dish handle with attachment lug, dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1400-1600). The handle is broadly love heart shaped with a flattened base. It has faceted edges to create a hexagonal cross section. Looped around the base is the attachment lug. The lug is oval in plan and rectangular in cross-section with rounded corners. At one end is the stub of a circular rivet which would have attached to the vessel wall. Through the drilled hole is the drop handle. Both pieces have a dark green patina and present decorative filling marks on all surfaces tha…
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-878F84
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy key dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400). The key is formed of an incomplete quatrefoil bow, forming four openwork loops. The upper loop is incomplete. Below the base loop is a double rounded collar from which extends a solid stem. Two thirds up the stem extends the bit which protrudes from the stem at a right angle. The bit has two wards, one the same length of the stem that appears to cause a deep split and a smaller wards that protrudes from the top of the larger ward at a right angle, continues parallel until halfway and presents a lip tha…
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-8523A9
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy figurine dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400). The figurine depicts a seated male. He is presented with hair that covers his ears and a full beard. The arms are incomplete and are positioned apart and protruding forwards. Both arms terminate in a worn break just after the elbow. In the seated position, the knees are tilted together and one foot protrude from under the clothing. The other foot is missing. He is clothed in robes that drape and gather round the knees and the floor. A cloak is fastened at the neck and drapes the shoulders. The posit…
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-7370FA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver medieval halfpenny of Edward III (1327-1377), third (florin) coinage dating to 1344-1351, Withers Type 6. North no.1131. Obverse: Crowned bust forwards; [+E]D[WARDVS] R[EX  Reverse: Long cross with three pellets in each quadrant; [CIVI/TA]S/LON/DON.
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F79684
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular with two flat faces and a curved edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 8.2mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 25.3mm; thickness 7.7mm; weight 26.01g 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: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F73D2D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy Irish post medieval 'gun money' shilling of James II, issued in June 1690. Mint: Dublin or Limerick. Spink (2003: 171) number 6582.  Obverse: Laureate bust right; [IA]COBVS II [DEI GRATIA] Reverse:  Crown and crossed sceptres flanked by I R with XII above and June in script below; [MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1690] SWYOR-DE826B notes: During 1689 and 1690, James II operated a military campaign in Ireland from where he planned to mount an invasion of England, having been deposed by Mary and William of Orange. During this time, c…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F67ED3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy pendant weight dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1400-1700). The object is flat and broadly hexagonal in shape with an elongated curved protrusion on one side. The protrusion has a small circular perforation in the centre. The object has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Length 25.2mm; width 18.6mm; thickness 5.5mm; weight 11.82g The exact function of the object is unclear, but the perforation suggest it may have hung and was used as a suspended weight for a variety of purposes.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F6455C
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy vessel, possibly a birder feeder, dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1700). The vessel is shaped as a bowl and was circular in form, but now squashed.The base appears narrower than the mouth suggesting the walls gradually expanded outwards. The mouth has a prominet rounded lip around the edge. The object has a mid-grey patina. Dimensions: Length 36.1mm; width 11.2mm; weight 27.49g The exact function of the dish is uncertain, one possibility is a bird feeder that would have sat within a caged bird's enclosure. Examples of such objects are ide…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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