Record ID: SF-899EA3
Object type: BRIDLE BIT
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probably Iron Age or early Roman bridle bit. This is likely to be part of the central link from a two- or three-link bit. It consists of an oval-shaped loop, circular in cross-section with a flattened circular swelling extending from one end and a short, narrow point from one side of the other end. There appears to be a break in the centre of the outer face of the circular swelling, from where another loop probably extended originally. The point projecting from the other side may be the result of mis-casting as the outer edge of this side is also irregular i…
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Friday 19th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Maplestead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-892825
Object type: FURNITURE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete gilded copper alloy post-medieval/modern furniture fitting. It consists of a rectangular plate with semi-circular indentations at each end of the longer sides. The outer end curves outwards slightly and is embellished with two v-shaped notches to either side of the centre. There is a small circular hole through the centre of this end. The inner end has a small cylindrical hinge extending from its centre. The edges of the outer face are bevelled and gilding is present on both faces. A very similar example has been recorded with the PAS from Norfolk: NLM-036715. This was a…
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Maplestead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-883508
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny (possibly a contemporary copy) of Henry III, dating to the period AD 1250-75. Class 5. Minted by uncertain moneyer in Canterbury. Thick flan and apparently miss-spelt moneyer - possibly indicates a contemporary copy of Walter of Canterbury of whom Class 5 copies do exist (see North 1995, BNJ 65, 97).
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Maplestead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-87D665
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Edward I, dating to the period AD 1300-1305. Probably Class 10ab. Minted in Durham. c.f. North vol.II, no.1038-1039
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bradfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-87A9C0
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Gold finger ring with an oval bezel set with an ellipsoid polished amethyst stone. Complete but slightly squashed vertically. The bezel connects to the ring with two triangular shoulders, each of which are incised with two vertical grooves, two grooves tapering to a point and two small spirals in a symmetrical pattern. The band is cast with a pattern of 4 long, flat diamond shapes on its outer surface. The inner surface shows no deliberate markings. There is no plate under the gem; it is held in place by a slim gold band (c.1.5mm) which attaches to the bezel. The gemstone does not app…
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 9th March 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SF-8746D4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Henry II, dating to the period AD c.1170-80. Cross and crosslets (Tealby) Type. Bust F1?. Uncertain moneyer and mint.
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Maplestead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-86CDA7
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy pin or bracelet of probable Roman date. The terminal is an elongated conical shape and is decorated with approx. 12 ribs. Extending from the inner end of this is a section of circular cross-sectioned stem/hoop terminating in an abrupt break. There is a slight longitudinal groove/seam running the full length of one side. The narrow stem suggests that the object may be part of a pin or Roman or possibly early medieval date, although no precise parallels have been found for this function. Alternatively it may be part of a late Roman penannular bracelet. Se…
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beaumont-cum-Moze', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-85E9CB
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman double lug Colchester derivative brooch. The head is semi-cylindrical with an open reverse. There is a double pierced lug situated in the centre of the reverse of the head, which holds the in situ copper alloy pin spring and chord in place. The upper part of the pin itself also survives. The bow is slightly curved in profile, D-shaped in cross-section and tapers to a point at the foot. The outer face of the bow is decorated with a beaded longitudinal ridge. The catch-plate is sub-triangular in shape with a large triangular hole through its centre. Ther…
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beaumont-cum-Moze', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-81BB16
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval silver cut short-cross halfpenny of John (1199-1216), Class 5b dating to the period c.1205-1207 Minted by Ravf at London. North (1994) no.970.
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Last updated: Friday 14th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.