Record ID: CORN-520645
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cornwall
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy transport token with five roundels counterstamped on the reverse of a halfpenny of George III (1760-1820), dated to 1799 on the reverse. "Counterstamping of bronze coinage was outlawed by the 1853 Coinage Act following the industrial scale of Edward Lloyd's newspaper advertisements in the late 1840s" (Edward Besly pers comm). So the coin would have been used before this time, c.1799-1853. The five roundels suggest that the token might have been used as a gaming piece, but as it was found with another George III penny (CORN-5055E0) counterstamped with the words 'TO D…
Created on: Wednesday 15th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: CORN-5055E0
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cornwall
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy transport token with the words: 'TO DOWNDERY' counterstamped on the reverse of a halfpenny of George III (1760-1820), dated to 1806 on the obverse. "Counterstamping of bronze coinage was outlawed by the 1853 Coinage Act following the industrial scale of Edward Lloyd's newspaper advertisements in the late 1840s" (Edward Besly pers comm). So the coin would have been used before this time, c.1806-1853. The place name probably refers to the Downderry that is not far from the findspot, in the parish of St. Stephen in Brannel, near St. Austell.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BH-4CFED4
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy jetton of early post-medieval date. This is an example of the common Rose/Orb series. It was struck at Nuremberg by Hans Krauwinckel II, between 1586 and 1635. The jetton is similar to Mitchiner nos. 1553-1573 (1988, p. 443-444) but the obverse and reverse legends are on different sides from the quoted examples. The jetton is slightly worn. It measures 21mm in diameter, 0.3mm thick and weighs 1.1g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4CE014
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy jetton of early post-medieval date. This is an example of the common Rose/Orb series. It was struck at Nuremberg by Hans Krauwinckel II, between 1586 and 1635. It is classified as Mitchiner no. 1537 (1988, p. 441). The jetton is bent, slightly worn and corroded. It measures 21.5mm in diameter, 0.4mm thick and weighs 1.2g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4CCD06
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy button of probable late medieval to early post-medieval date. The head is flattened hemispherical and has corroded surfaces. The integral loop extends from the centre of the underside and has a circular aperture. Overall, the button measures 10.9mm long, 10.8mm wide (diameter of head) and weighs 2.1g. The artefact measures 13.2mm long, 9.8mm wide and weighs 3g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4CBFC6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy fragment of an early-medieval (Anglo-Saxon) great square-headed brooch. This piece represents an arm (probably one of three original) from the footplate. It probably originates from a Hines Group I or (less likely) Group II brooch (see Hines, 1997, p. 17-41). From the broken attachment end, the sides taper into two parallel concave sides which then extend into a rounded terminal lobe. The upper surface of the brooch exhibits elaborate relief-moulded decoration. The drop-shaped terminal lobe bears an anthropomorphic head in high relief. This forward-facing head is hea…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4CA215
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy pin of probable middle Early-medieval (Anglo-saxon) date. Interestingly, as with a Roman pin found nearby (see BH-4C1B66), the point of this pin has been deliberately bent upwards, creating a hooked implement. The head of the pin is bi-conical and has a collar at the base. The shaft is of circular section, has a pronounced 'swelling' at the centre and tapers towards the point, which has been upturned into a 'U-shaped' hook. The surfaces of the pin are corroded. It measures 59.7mm long, 8.7mm wide (head) and weighs 4.8g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4C6D74
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy mount of probable early Roman date. The only parallel which could be found for this piece is a less complete mount found nearby - see BH-3A7CF3. It is probable that these artefacts are harness mounts, possibly associated with the Roman cavalry. The remaining part of the mount is sub-triangular in plan, with slightly convex outer sides. At the centre is a projecting boss, which is also sub-triangular and has a vertical central groove. At each of the top corners of this boss is an aperture, the one at the top left being circular and the other irregular. Abov…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4C4CD8
Object type: BRACELET
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a Roman copper-alloy wide-cuff bracelet. Such broad, flat bracelets appear to be a product of the earlier Roman period, being found mainly in 1st and 2nd century contexts (see, for example, Stead and Rigby, 1986, p. 125). Only a small fragment of the bracelet remains, having been broken off at both ends. The outer surface has moulded decoration comprising a plain central band flanked on either side by beaded borders; these borders give way on either side to a pair of grooves with a central ridge. The inner surface of the bracelet is plain. The surfaces of the piece are h…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Tuesday 15th March 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4C32C7
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy bow/fibula brooch of probable 1st or 2nd century date. The piece consists of the foot portion of the brooch. The remaining bow is of thin sub-oval section and tapers in width towards the bottom. A double transverse groove with central ridge separates the bow from a globular foot-knob. The catchplate is closed, with an angled upper side and a rolled outer side. The brooch has corroded surfaces. It measures 23.8mm long, 3.7mm wide and 8.8mm deep. The weight is 2g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4C1B66
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy pin of Roman date. There are numerous examples of this form of pin on the PAS database. This particular artefact is interesting in that it appears to have been deliberately bent into a hook, probably following a break of the shaft. The head of the pin is button-shaped. Immediately below the head is a pair of transverse grooves with a central ridge between. The shaft is of circular section and tapers downwards. The bottom of the pin has been bent upwards, forming a 'U-shaped' curve. The surfaces of the pin are heavily corroded. It measures 24.8mm long, 6.4mm wide (h…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-4BC6E7
Object type: FURNITURE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy fitting, possibly from furniture or a harness. The fitting is rectangular in shape, narrowing to a point at the bottom end. In section the fitting is convex, bowing out in the centre of the body. The rectangular top section has a drilled central suspension hole. Below this the body of the fitting thickens in two steps to form an even surface with a central rib running down the length. The steps are solid and are cast in one piece, not creating an opening into which any thing could be fitted. The reverse of the fitting is convex with a central rib. Ther…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: SF-4BE342
Object type: KNIFE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete iron knife of uncertain date. The blade is curved in shape with a convex cutting edge and a flat, straight back. The cutting edge curves upwards to meet the back at a rounded tip that is now missing due to old breaks. A short section of the tang extends from the top back edge of the blade. This is oval in section and measures 9.35mm in height, 6.95mm in width, and 16.96mm in length. The entire object is heavily corroded and rusted and has a slight bend half way down its length due to post-depositional damage. It measures 110.20mm in total length, 33.88mm in height, 6.39mm…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wickham Skeith', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4C0691
Object type: BRACELET
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy object. Although lacking any diagnostic decoration, the general form of this piece suggests that it may be part of a late Roman bracelet. The object has been made from a copper-alloy strip which tapers in width from the point of the break to the vertical-sided terminal. The piece is bent, worn and corroded. It measures 36.9mm long, 8.2mm wide and 1.4mm thick. The weight is 1.3g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-4BE8C2
Object type: BRACELET
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy bracelet of strip type. The general appearance of this piece suggests it may be part of a finger-ring, in which case a Roman to medieval date would seem likely. The piece consists of part of a thin strip which is slightly wider at the broken end and tapers gradually, ending in a vertical side. The upper surface bears possible traces of a cast pattern; the underside is plain. The piece has a mid blueish-green patina and is slightly corroded. It measures 16.7mm long, up to 3.3mm wide (the strip, not the object as a whole) and 0.7mm thick. The weight is 0.3g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Odell', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-4BA6B2
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment from a copper alloy vessel or vessel mend. It is rectangular in shape, flat and slightly bent or twisted due to post-depositional damage. It terminates at both ends and along the top(?) edge with old breaks. At one end of the fragment is the remains of an iron rivet that has a flattened circular head. The object measures 47.96mm in length, 10.20mm in height, 1.37mm in thickness, and weighs 3.90g. This is probably either from near the rim of a copper alloy vessel, or is a section of vessel mend. It dates to the later Medieval to Post-Medieval periods.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wickham Skeith', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-4B9FC2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval lead spindle whorl. It is biconical in shape and both surfaces are decorated with raised lines and dots. It has a perforated central hole. It is 22.5mm in diameter and weighs 20.6g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Crewe and Nantwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-4B9AC5
Object type: RING
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy ring (or possibly bead) of probable later prehistoric date (specifically Late Bronze Age - Iron Age 1000 BC – 100 AD). The ring is complete and is broadly circular in plan and sub-oval (lentoid) in cross section. It measures 24.4mm in diameter, is 8.8mm wide, and is 7.9mm thick. The internal hole is roughly central with a diameter of 8.1mm. The ring weighs 20.7 grams. The ring is a mid green colour with a well developed and heavily polished patina which covers all surfaces. There is no obvious cast or incised decoration present. There are several areas where abr…
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Worfield', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-4B9266
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small lead weight of uncertain date. It is biconical in shape, crudely made and with a central perforation that is oval in shape. The base of the weigh is flattened and there is no decoration. It measures 18.49mm in diameter, 9.68mm in height, and weighs 14.52g.
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wickham Skeith', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-4B7E17
Object type: CLASP
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy medieval strap-fitting: probably the frame from a strap-clasp (possibly a buckle). The flat frame is trapzoidal in shape, with its edges projecting slightly at one end. The artefact has corroded to an even mid-green colour. It can be compared with an example illustrated in Egan and Pritchard (1991, 118; ref. 552).
Created on: Tuesday 14th October 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.