Record ID: HESH-8A3882
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Powys
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but abraded undecorated flat axe of Early Bronze Age date (c. 2000 - 1700 BC). The axe probably best fits within the Migdale metalworking tradition Type: Migdale - undecorated variant. These are dated to the Early Bronze Age (EBA phase II / III), of metalworking stage IV-VI, which corresponds to Needham's (1996) Period 2-3 circa 2250 - 1900 CAL. BC. The flat axe is broadly sub triangular in plan with a very narrow butt evenly expanding sides that extend to a splayed crescent shaped blade. In profile the axe is broadly lentoid / lenticular, with tapering ends. In cross secti…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kerry', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: HESH-89989A
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy stirrup-strap mount of later early medieval, Anglo-Scandinavian date (1000 - 1100 AD) corresponding with Williams' Group A Type 12 - closed. The stirrup strap mount is a lozenge (diamond) shape in plan with a slight convex (domed) front and a concave rear face. In profile the mount is sub-rectangular (D Shaped) and in cross section the mount is arched (C shaped). At the apex of the mount is an abraded circular projection with a circular cast hole through it filled with a copper alloy rivet. On the reverse of the lower edge is a prominent integral cast s…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 9th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Byford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-892551
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A group of at least 14 livery buttons strung together on a length of cotton based string/ cord of probable 19th century date. The buttons are all of a similar size and preservation due to the way they are bound together the reverse have not been identified - but they seem all to have rectangular hoop / shanks integrally cast to the mid-point of each back. The two designs present are: An armoured arm embowed dexter emanating from a cushion of rope supporting a heater shaped shield emblazoned with an unknown device - possibly an ermine A pair of wings emanating from a cushion of …
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Thursday 31st October 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Byford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-87C037
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy asymmetrical buckle of probably post-medieval date (1550-1750). The buckle frame is complete - in plan it is sub-triangular (rounded heart shaped) with a slight integral cast offset central bar to which a pin is attached. The pin is lost but would have been formed from a length of iron wrapped around the mid-point of the central bar. The mid-point of the broad end of the buckle extends with a small triangular projection - this is most likely to have acted as a pin rest. There are no areas of decoration present and the buckle is relatively plain. The upper face may ha…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 18th February 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-878711
Object type: CROTAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment from a cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable post medieval date (1650-1850). The bell fragment is irregular coming from the central part of the bell close to the mouth / central split which is formed from two circular perforations joined by a linear slot. The exterior surface is heavily decorated with cast semi- circular ribs forming a 'fish-scale' like pattern. This repeating pattern respects a heater shaped shield which is emblazoned with a hammer over an anvil. The bell fragment is a mid-green colour with an even patina which covers all surfaces. A direct …
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 9th March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-874E6A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped silver penny of Edward II - Class 11b (1312-1314) struck at the mint in Canterbury North: 1061 Diameter: 16.9mm , thickness: 0.8mm, weight: 1.34 grams
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 16th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-873FAA
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A poorly preserved eroded and corroded tournaii jetton of later medieval date 1350-1500 Diameter: 26.7mm , thickness: 1.3mm, weight: 3.13 grams
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 9th March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-87036A
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unusually thick copper alloy English Jetton - Kings head type of uncertain classification AD 1250-1380 The obverse depicts a kings head and bust facing - it is very stylised - the crown is formed with a high lis formed of three pellets arranged as a trefoil, the side fleurs are bi-foliate and look like antlers / horns. The face is symplistic with large pellet eyes and the bust is formed of an arc which conjoins with the head. it is enclosed within a circle sround which is a circle / ring of pellets. Reverse is divided by a long cross which pellet terminals - flanking the cros…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-867040
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy uniface token. It is circular in plan and rectangular in profile.The upper face is decorated with a saltire cross bisected by a vertical line dividing the face into six irregular triangular wedges - witin each division is a single pellet. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a mid grey coloured surface patina. Diameter: 16.1mm , thickness: 2.1mm, weight: 2.79 grams
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-864BD5
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy uniface token. I is circular in plan and rectangular in profile.The upper face is decorated with a vertical cross with a pellet in each divided quarter - the pellets are joined vertically by a curvi-linear bar forming an arc which flanks the vertical central cross. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a mid grey coloured surface patina. Diameter: 24.2mm , thickness: 2.6mm, weight: 6.52 grams
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 16th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-85D5A2
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper alloy terret of knobbed type of later Roman date. The terret is sub oval (D shaped) in plan with an irregular sub-oval (D shaped) bow that has a flattened ovoid cross section. The attachment bar extends from a sub-rectangular plate / skirt and is triangular in cross section; it is broken and the horizontal bar (which would have been staple shaped) is lost. The lower plate is formed from two conjoined oval bosses (creating a figure of eight shape) from which at the mid-point of the upper surface the hoop springs. The plate is undecorated but on the two short edges oval …
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2018
Last updated: Friday 17th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-76ACB7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of King John (1199-1216) struck by the moneyer Ive at the mint in Shrewsbury in the period AD 1199 - 1205 - Class 4b North: 968/2
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-766919
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver halfpenny of Edward I (1272-1307) struck at the provincial mint in Bristol struck c. AD1280 Withers Type 1 / North / Fox Class 3c-e
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-7519CE
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is sub-cylindrical being oval in plan and cross section; it is D shaped in profile. A single cast hole extends through the middle of the weight and is filled with a white coloured lead alloy corrosion product; it is likely that this was used to suspend the weight and aided safe-keeping and storage. The underside of the weight has an irregular recess within and the surface is uneven. The weight is undecorated although the external surface is covered in knife marks and cuts. It is a mid-grey colour with a…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Sunday 17th February 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-74DF2B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible cast copper alloy Roman coin - probably a contemporary forgery of a radiate or nummus of later Roman date (AD 260-360). The flan of the coin is hexagonal, the obverse depicts a possible helmeted bust facing left whilstthe reverse has a standing figure. The coin is poorly cast and significantly thicker than the majority of barbarous coins.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abbey Dore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-74BE96
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Colchester derivative (Polden Hill style) brooch of Roman date (AD75-120). The wings are complete but abraded / plough rolled - they are semi-cylindrical and the wing cap although incomplete is perforated. The axis bar, spring and pin are lost. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile; from the centre of the reverse the remains of a small projecting backwards facing hook extends. This hook would have held the external cord of the spring; at the mid-point of the bow is an oval shaped void. The bow has a faceted D shaped c…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 18th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-730307
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Eardisland History and Heritage Group Eardisland Excavation 2000-2010 Site Summary:Finds were made during the excavation of a mound in the grounds adjacent to the dwelling: Burton Court Eardisland. The trench in which the majority of artefacts were found measured 5 metres by 3 metres. The stratified assemblage of pottery is of regional importance being especially well preserved and evidence for a domestic non-castle medieval site dating from the twelfth to early thirteenth centuries (1100-1250) Site number:BC 01 Sector: A Context number:103 A single rim sherd of loca…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Thursday 19th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-618307
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily eroded and corroded copper alloy as of Roman date - almost all detail has been lost and further identification is impossible
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-614743
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cut silver half penny most probably of King John (AD 1199-1216) struck probably by the moneyer Henri at the mint in London. Probably Class 4b-c (1199-1205) North: 968/2
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2018
Last updated: Monday 15th July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-60E04B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Roman Republican silver denarius of the Moneyer D Silanus L F, dating to the period 91 BC (Reece period 1). D SILANVS L F / ROMA reverse type depicting Victory riding in biga (two-horse chariot) right. Mint of Rome. Obverse: (Helmeted head of Roma right), control mark O W Reverse: D SILANVS L F / (ROMA) in exergue, Victory riding in biga right; control mark above not visible. Diameter: 15.9mm. Weight: 2.92g. RRC p. 338, no. 337/3.
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-34F4E1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver denarius of Domitian (AD 81-96) struck at the mint of Rome during AD 90-91. Obverse: Laureate crowned head facing right : IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM P M TR P X Reverse: Minerva standing left with spear IMP XXI COS XV CENS P P P RIC volume 2 p172 Ref: 155
Created on: Saturday 20th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-34AD2A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Edward II (1307-1327) Class 11b AD1312-1314 struck at the London Mint North: 1061
Created on: Saturday 20th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-348D4A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Henry VIII struck at the episcopal seat of Durham during the second coinage (1526-1544) under the authority of Bishop Thomas Wolsey - initial mark: crescent (1526-1529) North 1811
Created on: Saturday 20th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0E915B
Object type: BLADE
Broad period: MESOLITHIC
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete snapped flint blade of probable later Mesolithic or early Neolithic date (6000BC - 3500BC). The flint tool, probably best described as a knife, is broadly sub-rectangular in plan and sub-triangular in cross section. The blade has been snapped and the point is lost - the break is unpatinated and is likely to be an artefact of movement in the soil. The bulb of percussion and striking / knapping platform are present on the lower (ventral) face. The upper (dorsal) face of the blade has a number of clear facets and ridges. Both the long edges have been retouched on the dorsa…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0E75C0
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large cast copper alloy pin of uncertain but possible Roman date (AD 50-450). The pin is broadly rectangular in plan with a shaft which is oval in cross section and tapers in width and thickness terminating in a blunt point. The head of the pin has a circular transverse hole (diameter 2.6mm) through its upper edge, below this the pin is decorated by two opposing C shaped scroll like projections. The upper shaft is also decorated with pairs of transverse circumferential grooves. The tip is bent through movement in the soil and the surface patina has been removed by polishing - the pi…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 11th December 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0E4EDB
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy headstud bow brooch of Roman date (100-200AD). The bow wings are complete and stub-like being cylindrical in plan with closed pierced ends through which an iron axis bar passes. The spring and pin are lost. From the upper edge of the head an integrally cast broken head plate decorated with horizontal cast bands is positioned, its edges are heavily abraded. The bow of the brooch is relatively short and angular; it is an angular D shaped in cross section. The bow tapers along its length and terminates in an abraded pointed foot. The catch plate on the revers…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0D0D52
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy double looped (spectacle) buckle of probably medieval or post-medieval date (1350-1650). The buckle frame is complete - in plan it is sub-rectangular (broadly a figure of eight) with a slight integral cast central bar to which a pin is attached. The pin is formed from a length of copper alloy which is wrapped around the mid-point of the central bar. There is no evidence for a recessed pin-rest on the frame. The frame of the buckle tapers and expands along its length; the narrowest part is at the junction with the central bar - at this point a small projecting knop i…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0CF4F2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn copper alloy radiate - possibly a barbarous radiate - of uncertain date
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 21st August 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0CD95F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn copper alloy radiate of uncertain date
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingscote', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0C6A73
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy bell fragment of post medieval date - the fragment is irregular in plan and profile comprising of the side wall and base / rim. The lower rim is thickened; regular bands can be seen on the internal face from where the bell has been turned. The fragment is a mid green colour with a mid grey applied surface. The findspot is close to a large house and this bell may either be from the house itself (used as part of the internal servant bell / call system) or from an item of harness / horse tack. It most likely dates to the period 1700-1850. It measures 20.2mm high, is 2…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hemington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0C5304
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An irregular fragment from the bezel and shoulder of a gem set (intaglio) finger-ring; it is irregular in profile, broadly sub-rectangular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The fragment has been distorted by movement in the soil; both breaks are relatively worn. The break across the bevel of the ring reveals the cross section of the gem (lost) which has a flat base and slightly curved (or dished) sides. From what remains of the setting it is suggested that the shape of the gem, intaglio or stone was oval in plan. The outer edges of the stone setting are feathered suggesting tha…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hemington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0C1C2F
Object type: SEAL BOX
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy seal box (base) of Roman date (100-300 AD). The upper lid is missing. The seal box base is broadly circular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. At the upper edge of the seal box is a relatively large integrally cast hinge. This is formed from two parallel lugs which have been pierced. Through this hole a copper alloy rivet is positioned securing the remains of the hinge setting of the lid. The side walls are formed from relatively thin sheet metal integrally cast with the base. The sidewalls have opposing U-shaped notches cut into them dividin…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hemington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0B665B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but copper alloy Roman As of uncertain 2nd or early 3rd century date (AD 130 -250). The obverse shows a female head facing right (with the hair being drawn up to form a bun) whilst the reverse has a standing female figure. The inscription is lost - but the coin is almost rectangular (with rounded corners) in shape.
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Codford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0B3EB5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but eroded and corroded pierced copper alloy Roman radiate of the emperor Postumus (AD 259-68) emperor with an uncertain reverse Reece Period: 13-14 ). The coin has been piereced at about 3 o'clock on the obverse / 2 o'clock on the reverse and the hole (diameter 2.5mm) is circular and has not been worn through use / suspension
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Codford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0B05FD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy Roman nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-37), dating to the year AD 323 (Reece Period 16). BEATA TRAN-QVILLITAS reverse type, featuring Globe on altar, inscribed VO/TIS / XX with three stars above. Minted in Trier. RIC VII, p. 199, no. 389.
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Sunday 28th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Codford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0AE056
Object type: LACE TAG
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy lace end / lace tage / lace chape of later medieval - post medieval date (AD 1350-1650). It is formed from a rectangle of rolled copper alloy sheet to form a tubular slightly tapering cylindrical cap or chape. The seam is butted together and runs vertcially down the reverse. There is no evidence of a hole to secure the chape to the lace. It is a mid green colour with a well formed surface patina. The chape measures 30.8mm length, has a diameter at the mouth of 6.4mm and at the base of 5.2mm, the side walls are 0.9mm thick and it weighs1.83 grams
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shoscombe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-09D030
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Edward III (1327-1377) - most probably from his fourth coinage - pre treaty series D - G (1352-1361) struck at the Archiepiscopal mint in York.
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 21st August 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shoscombe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-09880E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy radiate posthumous issue of Divus Claudius II dating to AD 270 (Reece period 13). CONSECRATIO reverse type depicting lit altar. Mint uncertain
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shoscombe', grid reference and parish protected.