Record ID: HESH-5D2D7E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight of probable post medieval 1600-1800 date. The weight is circular in plan and rectangular in cross section. It has a tapering square shaped hole through its mid point (4.5mm x 4.2mm) and has no sign of decoration, casting seam or casting spur. It is a light grey colour with a relatively thick surface patina. It is most likely to be a one ounce weight but could possibly be a counter / balance weight from a knife or dagger. The weight measures: 20.3mm in diameter, 11.2mm high and weighs 26.88 grams (0.98 ozs)
Created on: Monday 20th July 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 14th October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hemington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-43FFCD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is heavily abraded and plough rolled having lost much of its original surface. What remains is a broadly oval (with tapering sides terminating in blunt points) in plan and lozenge (diamond) shaped in cross section. On the upper point is a broken integral cast suspension loop - the upper part has been lost - originally it would have been circular in plan and oval in cross section. The body of the weight has a large central rib which extends from the upper edge to the base and a thickened exterior rib whi…
Created on: Wednesday 30th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 30th September 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clun', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8032F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable late Medieval or Post Medieval date (1350 - 1650). The weight is sub-circular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The front face is domed (convex) and undecorated. The reverse face is also plain. A series of small incised scratches are visible and form a crude grid. These lines are covered by the patina and corrosion and so must be relatively old. Their function, unless decorative, is unknown. The weight is a mid grey white colour with an uneven corroded and abraded patina that covers all surfaces. A direct parallel for this weight has not…
Created on: Tuesday 20th June 2006
Last updated: Thursday 17th September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-4956B2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead or lead alloy bi-faced half ounce weight of probable later medieval date (1300-1650). The weight is circular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. The front face of the weight depicts a relatively crudely depicted fleur-de-lis. The reverse depicts A voided long cross with a V shaped wedge in each divided quarter. The weight is a mid cream grey colour with an even patina which covers all surfaces. The edges (and faces) of the weight have been abraded causing it to become asymmetrical in plan. The weight measures 25mm in diameter, and is 4mm thick. It weighs 15 grams…
Created on: Saturday 1st August 2020
Last updated: Saturday 1st August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cardeston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-C9C4E2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy weight with a circular cast hole and transverse bar across the centre. The upper surface is domed whilst the reverse is broken revealing a hollow centre. One long edge has a irregular oval shaped socket and it seems most likely that this weight was cast onto a larger object. As such it is most likely to be of a modern date (1600-1800) The weight measures: 26.2mm in diameter, 16.7mm high and weighs 32.11 grams
Created on: Friday 19th June 2020
Last updated: Monday 27th July 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: HESH-EE9407
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable late Medieval or Post Medieval date (1250 - 1700). The weight is irregular in plan being broadly oval in shape with a D shaped cross section. Neither face or sides are decorated. The centre of the weight is pierced, the hole is oval shaped with a maximum diameter of 11.2mm. The weight is a mid grey colour with a relatively even and corroded patina that covers all surfaces. A light active powdery corrosion product is present on all surfaces. A direct parallel for this weight has not been found; it is more likely to be a suspended weight for …
Created on: Friday 15th November 2019
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: HESH-6A21CD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy weight with integrally cast loop of probable medieval or post medieval date (1250 - 1700). The weight is broadly cylindrical. The loop formed by two wedges being cut away leaving a rectangular sectioned projection - a drilled hiole is present but is somewhat elliptical probably through wear (diameter 3.2mm). There seems to be no decoration present. The weight is a mid grey cream colour with a good relatively unabraded patina. Where abrasion has occurred this has revealed the grey metal beneath. There is no evidence of corrosion products. The weight has a mass of 1 1/2 …
Created on: Thursday 21st November 2019
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: HESH-85AD2E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy trade weight of probable later medieval or post medieval date (14500-1850). The weight is circular in plan with a series of incised compass drawn incised lines creating a thick border around the edge. The centre of the weight has been punched / stamped with a simple crown. The crown has a curved base and high bi-foliate side fleurs which conjoin with the central lis and ornaments to create a stylised design. The reverse face has a series of heavily applied file marks which are patinated. It is unmarked and the surface is slight corroded. No other stamped marks are p…
Created on: Monday 5th August 2019
Last updated: Thursday 12th March 2020
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Record ID: HESH-654854
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable late Medieval or Post Medieval date (1250 - 1700). The weight is circular in plan and rectangular in cross section. Both faces are plain and flat. The upper surface has a crudely scratched B incised - probably with a knife - on it; the reverse has an irregular pattern of a cross and a irregular diagonal line The weight is a mid creamy yellowish brown colour with a polished patina that covers all surfaces. A direct parallel for this weight has not been found. It is most likely to date from the later medieval or post medieval periods. The we…
Created on: Thursday 21st February 2013
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-85CB45
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy circular weight of probable later medieval or more likely post medieval date (1350-1800). The weight is circular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The edges of the weight have thin circumferential incised lines around them. The upper face is domed and possibly originally had a cast design - now lost through corrosion and abrasion. The reverse face is undecorated and has a central depression. The weight is a mid grey colour and has an abraded and corroded patina. A direct parallel has not been found but a 17th / 18th century date is preferred. The weight meas…
Created on: Tuesday 17th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wye Valley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-BF014A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy 'turned' trade weight of Charles I (AD 1625-1649). The weight is circular in plan and rectangular in section with faceted edges. The upper face is inscribed with a central depression and compass inscribed double circumferential band. Positioned at 9 o'clock is a partially preserved stamped crowned C whilst opposite it, a 3 o'clock, is a ewer - trade mark of the London Founder's Company. The reverse is flat, plain and undecorated, a series of transverse file marks are present - these are patinated and may relate to the fine adjustment of the weight after casting. The …
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 19th November 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-1A5F37
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An irregular cast lead alloy weight of probable Medieval or post medieval date 1300-1700 AD. The weight is broadly circular but only a small fraction survives - having been cut neatly with a set of shears. The upper face has a raised rim and within this are a series of V shaped stamped punch marks. The underside of undecorated and flat. The artefact is a mid grey colour with an abraded and slightly dusty patina. The weight measures 38.3mm length, 21.4mm wide and is 11.5mm thick; originally it has a diameter of approximately 7cm. The weight weighs 61.13 grams.
Created on: Monday 1st July 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 30th October 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Craven Arms', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-12E781
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy possible irregular weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably medieval - modern (1200-1900). The weight is formed from a relatively large sheet of lead alloy which in shape is broadly sub-triangular. On the upper edge an irregular hole has been punched; this has caused a conical depression on the sheet around the hole. The hole has a diameter of 4.4mm. The weight is a mid cream colour abraded white patches present in many places. Around the hole, on the front edge, are a series of sub-rectangular patinated scars, the purpose or cause of these is unkn…
Created on: Monday 16th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 29th October 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Madley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3CEFA3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is sub-cylindrical being broadly circular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. A single square shaped cast hole (dimensions 4.8mm x 5.4mm) extends through the middle of the weight; this is positioned off centre. It is likely that this hole was used to suspend the weight using cord or wire and aided safe-keeping and storage. The weight is undecorated. It is a mid grey colour with an abraded and corroded patina that covers all surfaces. Similar weights have been dated to many eras including the R…
Created on: Tuesday 24th August 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 25th September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Telford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3F1CA3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1200-1500 AD). The weight is broadly circular in plan and regular in cross section. Both faces are relatively flat and are undecorated. The weight is a mid greenish grey colour with an even, but slightly corroded and abraded patina which covers all surfaces. This weight is most likely to date from the later medieval period, although a direct parallel has not been found. The weight measures 35.3mm in diameter and is 6.0mm thick. It weighs 41.88 grams or 1.48ozs (646 grains)
Created on: Friday 7th May 2010
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Worfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3F08A2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is broadly pyramidal being oval in plan and triangular in cross section. A single cast hole (diameter 3.5mm) extends through the middle of the weight; it is likely that this was used to suspend the weight using cord or wire and aided safe-keeping and storage. The weight is undecorated. It is a mid grey colour with an abraded and corroded patina that covers all surfaces. Similar weights have been dated to both the Roman and the medieval periods. The context of this find would suggest the later. The we…
Created on: Friday 7th May 2010
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Worfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-EC14F5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A leady alloy three ounce weight of uncertain but probable modern date (post 1800). The weight is circular in plan and rectangular in cross section. The upper and lower faces have an impressed partial and eroded design, most likely formed by the impressing of a penny or halfpenny into the surface. The upper face bears the impression (reversed) of Britannia, seated on rocks holding shield and trident with posy of flowers extended. The underside is less easy to interpret - possibly having a crown like design - but the surface is heavily worn. The weight is a mid grey colour with an unev…
Created on: Monday 13th June 2016
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-EC6584
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy weight of uncertain but probable post medieval date (post 1500-1700). The weight is circular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The upper face has a very slight dome to it and the surface of the metal is heavily crazed and laminating - no surface decoration is present. The lower surface is relatively flat with an irregular hole at the centre. An indistinct mark possibly an impressed crown is present on lower edge (approximately 5 o'clock); a further mark is present at approximately 9 o'clock. The surface has also been cut with a knife with an irregular design comprois…
Created on: Monday 13th June 2016
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-E239F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy weight, probably from line or possibly a spindle whorl of unknown date, probably Roman or Medieval (50 - 410 / 1200-1500). The weight is bi-convex with a single cast hole set off centre (diameter 9.4 mm). Both the upper and lower faces have a repeating pattern of radial ribs extending from the edge. The weight is a mid cream grey colour with an abraded surface patina. The weight has also been damaged in the ground. Similar weights have been dated to both the Roman and the Medieval periods. The weight measures 20.9mm diameter, is 9.3mm thick and weighs 15.37 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 7th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E23273
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is globular being oval in plan and bi-convex in cross section. A single cast hole / rectangular slot (5.8 x 3.6mm) extends through the middle of the weight; it is likely that this was used to suspend the weight using cord or wire and aided safe-keeping and storage. The weight is undecorated. It is a mid grey colour with an abraded and corroded patina that covers all surfaces. Similar weights have been dated to both the Roman and the Medieval periods. The weight measures 26.5mm in high, 35.1mm width an…
Created on: Tuesday 7th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 23rd September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cockshutt', grid reference and parish protected.