Record ID: PUBLIC-7F7757
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast medieval copper-alloy zoomorphic style mount. The mount is sub-oval in plan, has a convex upper surface and concave underside. A horizontal slit in the bottom edge gives the impression of a gaping mouth, and the overall effect is of a forward-facing mask, albeit heavily stylised.Decoration is by a series of straight lines radiating outwards from the centre, with some cross-hatching near the top, At the centre is visible the head of an in situ copper-alloy rivet which sits flush to the surface.The object has a matt olive green patina. Similar examples are PAS records WAW-3…
Created on: Monday 5th May 2014
Last updated: Thursday 14th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-7E91A7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A post-medieval copper-alloy 17th-century token farthing issued by the town of Sherborne, Dorset. Williamson (1967, 189) Dorset no. 155, dated 1669 (on token). It measures 20.1mm in diameter, 0.77 in thickness and weighs 1.498g.
Created on: Monday 5th May 2014
Last updated: Friday 10th July 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-7DCC74
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A circular copper-alloy possible harness pendant of the medieval period (c. 12th-13th century). The front depicts a left facing lion passant with a long tail within a beaded border with cusps: on clearer examples there are a total of seven tendrils that spring inwardly in an anti-clockwise direction. The design is encircled with an inscription reading: + IE SVI : CRISTVS : (AM)I (I am a friend of Christ). The pendant has a simple loop set at right angles, bent to one side as a result of old damage. There is evidence of tinning. The reverse is plain. Diameter of pendant: 23.23 mm. T…
Created on: Monday 5th May 2014
Last updated: Monday 17th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-747FE3
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman bow brooch fragment consisting of the catchplate and lower part of the bow. The remaining bow tapers to a pointed foot. The catchplate is unperforated and has a rolled outer side. The style and shape suggest a T-shape brooch of c.AD 50-125. It is of cast construction and has a matt green patina. Reference: Richard Hattatt. ANCIENT AND ROMANO-BRITISH BROOCHES. Page 66 Dolphin brooches. Length of brooch: 30.33mm. Width: 11.67 mm. Thickness 4.23 mm. Weight: 2.348 grams.
Created on: Monday 5th May 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-737C33
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An earthenware rim sherd of probable medieval date, c.1100-1300. The vessel fragment is unglazed, with a simple rim. The fabric has been tempered with angular and rounded sand/quartz and flint inclusions which are well sorted. The exterior surfaces are pinkish and the buff fabric has evidence of reduction. The fabric is hard and does not scratch with the fingernail. the vessel appears to be handmade. Height of fragment: 25.61 mm. Width: 41.31 mm. Thickness: 8.50 mm. Weight: 9.615 grams.
Created on: Monday 5th May 2014
Last updated: Saturday 14th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nr Wimborne', grid reference and parish protected.