Record ID: ESS-3C944F
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy unidentified object of probable post-medieval date. Description: The object is a flat plate with a single hole through it. There is moulded decoration on one side which is difficult to identify, and the reverse side is flat. The perimeter is shaped with varying curved edges, apparently to match elements of the image. The object has a green-brown patina.    Measurements: Length: 38.3 mm; width 24.7 mm; thickness: 2.2 mm; weight: 6.9g
Created on: Monday 8th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-7224F1
Object type: HOOKED TAG
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy hooked tag (Read Class D Type 6) of post-medieval date (c. 1500-1600 AD). Description: The main plate is sub-triangular with small, semi-circular projections around the outer edges. There are three applied domed bosses on the upper surface of the plate, of which two are nearly complete. Each of the domes has a central applied knop. There are six further knops arranged at regular intervals around the central knop, with each alternating knop surrounded by a ring of applied wire resembling a rope. Between the bosses is the incomplete setting…
Created on: Tuesday 5th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-12D9D7
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy spur of post-medieval date (c.1600-1800). Description: The object remains as one arm, sub triangular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The wider end has a well worn break,the narrower end has a figure-of-eight terminal where hook attachments would have fitted. The object is decorated with deeply molded grooves, diagonally across the surface. The back is undecorated. The object has a deep green patina. Measurements: Length: 71.6mm, Width: 12.4mm, Thickness: 4.4mm, Weight: 13.93g.
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-117AC5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy 1.84 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, on both sides showing the object was lathe-turned. There are four marks on the face: A crowned G at 3 o'clock, signifying George I-IV.  A  Roman majuscule seriffed "A", with a series of impressed squares at 9 o'clock. A sword, at 12 o'clock, for St…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-74119C
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy dress fastener (eye for a blunt hooked fastner of Read Class A, Type 2) of post medieval date (AD 1600 - AD 1700). Description: The main plate is sub-ovate with two complete round attachment loops projecting from either side of the outer edges, and a third attachment loop at the pointed end of the plate. These loops are each decorated with a projecting knop. The other end of the plate has a rectangular loop which shows signs of wear. The plate is engraved with an oval panel bearing a possible foliate and floral …
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 21st December 2023
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Record ID: ESS-8E0B52
Object type: WATCH
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy watch winder of post medieval date  (c.1800-1900). Description: The object has an annular round section handle with cylindrical lugs, at either end. The longer lug is hollow, and was likely used to wind the watch The other lug has the broken remains of the rotating attachment loop, which is now in the form of a single strip of metal. The annular section is decorated with a pattern of raised tear drops, each bordered by three raised circles.The pattern is repeated on both sides, and is enclosed withi…
Created on: Wednesday 25th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-8DDFC4
Object type: WATCH
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy watch winder of post medieval date  (c.1800-1900). Description: The object has an annular round section handle with cylindrical lugs, at either end. The longer lug is hollow, and was likely used to wind the watch. It has three incised grooves at one end. The other lug has in an attachment loop, which rotates, and has a single bent chain link attached to it. This is where the fob would have connected. The object has a very dark patina, with some very small areas of the original shiny metal finis…
Created on: Wednesday 25th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-CEDE5C
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, Medieval copper alloy single loop D-shaped buckle, dating to AD 1250-1500. The pin is still attacked to the frame.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-CE25B4
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy double looped buckle frame dating to AD 1550-1650. The buckle is missing its pin. The buckle has two oval loops with moulded rosette decoration on the outer edge of each loop and lobed knops at either end of the central strap bar which is straight sided. The pin is missing. The front is convex and the back is flat and undecorated.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BBB8C0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603), dating to 1602. Third issue, 2 initial mark. Mint of London. North 2015, pg 137. Obverse: ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HI REGI. Crowned bust left with rose behind. Reverse: POSI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV. Long cross fourchee over shield with date above.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BB8F76
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603), dating to 1580. Long cross initial mark. As North (1991), p134, number 1997. Obverse: ELIZABETH D G ANG FR ET HI REGINA. Crowned bust left with rose behind. Reverse: +POSI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV. Long cross fourchee over shield with date above.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BB36FC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, clipped silver Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603) penny, dating to AD 1560-1561. Minted in London. Cross crosslet initial mark. North 1988 Obverse: E D] G ROSA SINE SPINA. Crowned bust facing left. Reverse: CIVI/TAS/LON/DON. Square shield on long cross fourchee.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BB25AA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, clipped silver Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603) penny. Minted in London. Obverse: [E D] G ROSA SINE SP[INA]. Crowned bust facing left. Reverse: CIVI/TAS/LON/DON. Square shield on long cross fourchee.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BB0960
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, silver Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603) penny. Minted in London. Obverse: [E D G] ROSA SINE SPINA. Crowned bust facing left. Reverse: CIVI/TAS/LON/[DON]. Square shield on long cross fourchee.
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-BA6434
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, very worn medieval penny Charles I (AD 1625-1649). Unclear initial mark. Obverse: [...]LVS[...]. Crowned bust facing right, I behind. Reverse: [...]. Oval garnished shield
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-B76F76
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver Post Medieval half groat of James I (AD 1603-1662), dating to AD 1620-1621. Third coinage, rose initial mark. Tower of London mint. North 2127. Obverse: I D G ROSA SINE SPINA; Crowned rose Reverse: TVEATVR VNITA DEVS; Crowned thistle
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-B731C8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Post-Medieval Scottish twenty pence of Charles I dating to the period AD 1637 - 1642. Third issue. Crowned thistle reverse. Obverse: CAR DG SCOT ANG FR ET HIB R; Crowned bust left with mark of Value XX behind. Reverse: IVSTITIA THRONVM FIRMAT; Crowned thistle
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Linstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-4EA33C
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  A complete, single post-medieval silver cufflink of the 'Crown and Heart' Form 1, Type A style (Finds Research Datasheet 46), dating to c. AD1625-1725.  The front of the cufflink shows a crown above two side-by-side hearts.  The reverse has a central soldered wire loop.  The link which would have secured this to the (not present) second button is missing. Dimensions:  Diameter: 14.41mm; Thickness: 0.72mm; Weight: 0.77g Discussion:  The use of 'crowned, conjoined and pierced hearts, have a long history' (Lewis: 2013), but the…
Created on: Tuesday 25th February 2020
Last updated: Friday 8th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rickinghall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-E6C8CE
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A incomplete silver spoon, dating to c. AD 1580-1625, represented by the bowl and the lower portion of the stem. The ovoid bowl has an integral sub-rectangular stem. The interior of the bowl is stamped at the narrower end, just below the stem, with the London silver mark, a crowned leopard’s head. On the reverse, the stem bears a stamped ‘WC’ – in the form of a letter C on its side enclosing a letter W – the mark of the silversmith William Cawdell. Above this is the lion passant sterling mark and above this would have been the date letter but unfortunately…
Created on: Thursday 20th February 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 21st June 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dennington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-FD38B3
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A complete gold or gold gilt finger ring of Post Medieval date. The bezel of the ring is sub-rectangular and set with a dark blue or black cut paste stone. The band is comprised of seven scrolls over which the inscription: ‘X MEMENTO MORI X’ is divided. The ring has an all-over light brown patina. Dimensions: length: 22.9mm, width: 9.6, thickness (of band): 7mm, height (of bezel): 4.2mm weight: 3.33g Discussion: There are no parallels to this ring on the database, however a gold finger ring of a similar style in the British Museum’s collection (AF.1680…
Created on: Thursday 28th November 2019
Last updated: Monday 16th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stratford St Mary', grid reference and parish protected.