Record ID: HESH-CC7A3E
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball it is most likely to be from a pistol. The shot is sub spherical in shape with an uneven surface. It has clear casting seams and a trimmed casting sprue from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in fir…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Thursday 13th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brampton Bryan', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CC6D87
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball it is most likely to be from a pistol. The shot is sub spherical in shape with an uneven surface. It has clear casting seams and trimmed casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in fire…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Thursday 13th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brampton Bryan', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CC5365
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One lead alloy shot / ball, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). It is likely to be from either a small musket or more likely a carbine - the shot is sub spherical in shape with an even surface.The ball exhibits a casting seam and trimmed casting sprue. The colour of the ball varies from a slight grey colour to a mid cream white. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are discussed in Courtn…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Thursday 13th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brampton Bryan', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CC0A95
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One lead alloy shot / ball, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). It is from a small musket or more likely a carbine - the shot is sub spherical in shape with an even surface.The ball exhibits a casting seam and trimmed casting sprues. The colour of the ball varies from a slight grey colour to a mid cream white and the weight is unusually light. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are disc…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CBECF4
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball it is most likely to be from a pistol. The shot is sub-spherical in shape with an uneven surface. It has clear casting seams and trimmed casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in fire…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CB9605
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of the ball it is most likely to be from a pistol. The shot is sub spherical in shape with an uneven surface. It has clear casting seams and trimmed casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. They are a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in f…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 14th June 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CB41AB
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three spherical lead alloy shots / balls of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of each ball they are most likely to be from a pistol. The shot are sub-spherical in shape with an uneven surfaces. They have clear casting seams and trimmed casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. They are a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles w…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-CB18C9
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One lead alloy shot / ball, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). From a small muskets or more likely carbine - the shot is sub spherical in shape with an even surface.The ball exhibits a casting seam and trimmed casting sprues. The colour of the balls varies from a slight grey colour to a mid cream white. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are discussed in Courtney's "Small Arms Accessor…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-C9C236
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two spherical lead alloy shots / balls of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). Due to the size and weight of each ball they are most likely to be from a pistols. The shot are sub-spherical in shape with an uneven surfaces. Many have clear casting seams and trimmed casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. They are a mid-grey colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles we…
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-C9A4DE
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Four lead alloy shot / balls, of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). All are from small muskets or more likely carbines - almost all of the shot is sub spherical in shape with an even surface. Most of the balls exhibit casting seams and trimmed casting sprues. The colour of the balls varies from a slight grey colour to a mid cream white. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are discussed in …
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buckton and Coxall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-C972C8
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Rotherham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead musket ball, probably case- or hail-shot, dating from the post-Medieval period, about AD 1600 - 1800. It is 17.7mm in diameter and weighs 34.55gm. The ball is covered with flat facets caused by compaction against other shot in the load. There are traces of a creamy patina. See Harding (2012) plate 23.
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SWYOR-C952B8
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible stone cannon ball of Late Medieval to Post Medieval date. It is sub-spherical and made from what appears to be igneous rock, perhaps granite with possible feldspar seams. It is 50.1mm in diameter and weighs 145g. At just under 2 inches diameter, this ball is the right size for a Falconet cannon. Falconets were invented in the late 15th century and were used throughout the 16th and 17th centuries.
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SWYOR-C925B6
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible stone cannon ball of medieval to Post Medieval date, about AD 1450- 1700. It is sub-spherical and made from what appears to be igneous rock, perhaps granite with possible feldspar inclusions. At 2.6 inches diameter, this ball is just too big for a Falcon cannon. It could be made for a non-standard firearm if it is a cannon ball. Other uses in industry cannot be ruled out. It is 65.6mm in diameter and weighs 380g.
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-C8F3C7
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead shot. Cast ball, from its mass, probably for use with a light fowling piece or 'rook and rabbit' gun. Triangular and other indentations may suggest the object has been chewed by a small child, animal or vermin. Patinated. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1700-1800. Diameter: 12.1mm, Weight: 9.53gms
Created on: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 9th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Faldingworth', grid reference and parish protected.