Record ID: KENT-2E0174
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn uninscribed Iron Age gold quarter stater of unkown ruler of the Regini, Dating to the period c.65-40BC Obverse type boat with two ocupants with rosette behind. Reverse shows tree like object bisected by band. Sills insular CF type, ABC (Rudd 2010) 530. Measurements: 11.98mm in diameter and 1.51g in weight.
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 5th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-BE2E34
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early medieval gold tremissis of uncertain type, probably belonging to the Merovingian 'mint and moneyer'/'national'  series dating to the period c.AD580-670. The 'obverse' shows a potential monogram with the letters AX to the side, and may be influenced by the mongrams seen of, for example, some of the Merovingian royal coins. The 'reverse' may show a devolved Victory, possibly facing. Measurements: 10mm in diameter and 1.38g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 3rd February 2022
Last updated: Thursday 21st July 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-44A3A6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early-medieval gold Merovingian tremissis, 'mint-and-moneyer' or 'National' series dating to c.AD580-660/70, mint: possibly Allassac [ATACIACO; cf. Belfort 1892 nos 422-3] (Correze, Fr), moneyer: 'Frateciselo' [FRATECLISELO]. Ref: de Belfort 1892: p.123. The coin has a silvery appearance suggesting it belongs later in the series when gold content was declining, the metal often termed 'pale gold' with inceasing silver content. It may date more closely to c.AD640-60. The named moneyer FRATECLISELO is not listed in de Belfort's 1982-5 catalogue. Obverse: Diademed bust r…
Created on: Tuesday 4th January 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 15th February 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-B4141E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold stater of the North Thames region / Trinovantes, dating to c.5 BC - AD 10, Dubnovellaunos Branch type. ABC, pg. 121, no. 2392; BMC no. 2425-40. Obverse: Wreath, outline crescents back to back at centre, pellet in ring each side. Reverse: [DVBNOVIILLAVN] Horse left, branch below, pellet below tail. Measurements: Diameter 18.37mm, thickness 3.22mm and weight 5.41g.
Created on: Thursday 16th December 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 21st December 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-A54959
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold stater of the Eastern region issued in the name of Cunobelin and dating to the period AD 10 to 40. Wild type. Corn ear with central stalk CA to left MV to right. Reverse depicts horse right with branch above, pellets in field and CVNO below. ABC p. 136, no. 2777. BMC 1786. Mack 211 Measurements: diameter: 17.46mm; weight: 5.49g
Created on: Friday 3rd December 2021
Last updated: Thursday 18th August 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sittingbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-A4EB7D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold stater of the Eastern region issued in the name of Cunobelin and dating to the period AD 10 to 40. Wild type. Corn ear without central stalk CA to left MV to right. Reverse depicts horse right with star and branch above, pellet in ring and CVNO below. ABC p. 136, no. 2783. BMC 1806. Measurements: diameter: 17.81mm; weight: 5.46g
Created on: Friday 3rd December 2021
Last updated: Thursday 8th December 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sittingbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-687A04
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An uninscribed gold Early Medieval Merovingian ‘national series’ tremissis of an anonymous ruler dating AD 590-670. Prou 2724(?) Obverse: Head right with diadem(?) A or disconnected diadem tie behind, cross in front. Reverse: Cross pomeé on flat base, pellet in each quarter.  Measurements: 9.64mm in diameter and 1.26g in weight. Discussion: The exact attribution of this coin is uncertain but appears to bear some resemblance to the description of Prou no. 2724(?). The lack of inscription and relatively crude design also have some …
Created on: Thursday 18th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 9th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Peckham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-672C14
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early-medieval gold tremissis (pale shilling) of Two Emperors type dating c. 650-70. (BMC type 1; Sutherland type II.v; North 20, Metacalf 80?) Obverse: Bust right wearing a pearled diadem and cuirass indicated by dots, pseudo-legend consisting of a large A and v behind head with an N(?) in front. Between them a cross on a flat base. Reverse: Two half figures, seated on throne, stylized Victory/angel above, wings outstretched, groups of three pellets either side of Victory's head. Measurements: 13.34mm in diameter and 1.27g in weight. Discus…
Created on: Thursday 18th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 9th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Peckham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-BEB383
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late iron age gold uniface quarter stater coin of a Gallo-Belgic type attributed to the Morini of the modern day Pas-de-Calais, minted between c.80-60BC. Gallo-Belgic D (Scheers class IV), ABC 43, VA 69.03.Obverse: plain, possible mould related marks upon it. Reverse: Tree-like object. Measurements: 10.63mm in diameter, and 1.4g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 5th August 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 11th August 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-E60F28
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A Medieval gold noble of Henry V (1413-1422), class E / F mule (North 1373 / 1374; Spink 1744 / 1746) dating to the period AD1413-1422, mint: London. Ref: North 1991: 69. The coin is in good condition, with a small crease on one side of the flan. On the obverse there is a pellet at the sword point, a trefoil by the shield, an annulet on hull and a mullet by sword arm characteristic of Class E; the reverse has a trefoil of pellets in one quarter on the reverse, characteristic of Class F. Measurements: Diameter - 32mm and Weight - 7 grams Discussion: The Class E / F…
Created on: Friday 14th May 2021
Last updated: Friday 11th June 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-2A950D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A post-medieval gold halfcrown of Henry VIII (1509-47), Third Coinage (1544-47), initial mark: pellet in annulet, mint: Tower (London), North 1837. Ref: North 1991: 114; Woodhead 1996: pl. 59 nos 636-39. Obverse legend: +R[VTILAn]S.ROSA.SInE.SPInA; double rose crowned with initials h R at sides, trefoil stops. Lombardic lettering. Reverse legend: +[HE]NRIC 8 D:G: AGL.[FRA. Z. H]IB.RE.; royal shield crowned, with initials H R at sides; trefoil stops. The use of a Lombardic 'h' to the left of the rose on the obverse and Roman 'H' to the left of the shield on the reverse …
Created on: Friday 23rd April 2021
Last updated: Monday 7th February 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-29A03E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold Gallo-Belgic Ab stater, probably attributed to the Bellovaci, dating to the period c.175-100 BC, 'Broad Flan Left Type'. Obverse: Flamboyant wreathed bust left, with big hair. Distinct trefoil eyes. Reverse: Horse left, charioteer above. As ABC, p. 28, no. 4; VA 12; LT 7886, Sills, 2003: pp. 140-159, nos. 286-303, Measurements: 20.1mm in diameter and 7g in weight.
Created on: Friday 23rd April 2021
Last updated: Friday 23rd April 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-7A9D50
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A poorly struck uninscribed Iron Age gold quarter stater of unkown ruler of the Regini, Dating to the period c.65-40BC Obverse type boat with two ocupants with rosette behind. Reverse shows shows tree like object bisected by band. Sills insular CF type, ABC (Rudd 2010) 530. Measurements: 9.67mm in diameter, 2.94mm thick. 1.65g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 25th February 2021
Last updated: Friday 26th February 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-577F65
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold unidentified object, possibly a fragment of a torc or bracelet, of probable Iron Age date (c. 150-50 BC). Description: The object is comprised of two wires, sub-circular in cross-section, twisted together. The wires are roughly and irregularly facetted along their length, suggesting they were forged out from a square section rod before being hammered into a more circular cross-section. In many places, hammer marks and striations are visible. Both ends show signs of having been chiselled, suggesting that the original object was deliberately broken up. The fragment itself is…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd February 2021
Last updated: Friday 10th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Otterden', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-57AABA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold quarter stater of the Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, atributed to Cunobelin, 'Plastic Series', dating to the period c. AD 8-41. Obverse: corn ear without central stalk. Legend: CA-[MV]. Reverse: horse rearing right, dashes for mane, branch and pellets above. Legend: CVN. ABC no, 2816, BMC no. 1847, VA 2015.  Measurements: 10.10mm in diameter and 1.33g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 11th February 2021
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Seasalter', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-57A06B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold quarter stater of the Eastern British Iron Age, North Thames Region / Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, attributed to 'AGR', dating to the period c. AD 10-45, 'Agr A' type. ABC 2999, BMC 1855. Obverse: corn ear without central stalk, legend CAM-CVN Reverse: Horse rearing right, dashes for mane, branch above, cross below, A in ex.  Measurements: Diamater: 12mm; weight: 1.29g
Created on: Thursday 11th February 2021
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Seasalter', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-577949
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold stater, of the North Thames Region / Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, attributed to Cunobelin, dating to the period c. AD10-40, 'Cunobelinus classic' type. ABC 2804, BMC 1834. Obverse: corn ear with central stalk, legend CA-MV Reverse: Horse left, floral motif above. Legend: CVNO below. Measurements; 17.18mm in diameter and 5.4g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 11th February 2021
Last updated: Friday 4th February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Seasalter', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-574634
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast gold Post-Medieval memento mori finger ring dating to AD 1712. Description: The object is a memento-mori or mourning ring composed of a circular hoop with a D-shaped cross-section. Engraved decoration covers the external surface with a central motif of a stylised skull facing slightly left with circular eye sockets, eyebrows, a triangular nose and teeth. The rest of the hoop is decorated with two flower heads, possibly thistles, evenly space on the band with flowing leaves and tendrils between. The engraving may have originally been enamelled or inlaid nielloed, typica…
Created on: Thursday 11th February 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 19th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'St. Margaret's At Cliffe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-B342CB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn Iron Age Gallo-Belgic Aa imported gold quarter stater of broad flan right type, attributed to the Ambiani, dating c.200-100 BC, Sills 2003 Class V p.132 no. 270-283;. ABC 28. Allen no. Aa2, VA 15-17. Scheers 8. Obverse: Flamboyant wreathed head right. Reverse: Sinuous horse right, rosette/flower below Measurements: 13.10mm in diameter and 1.75g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 17th December 2020
Last updated: Friday 18th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-D06625
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete gold and gemstone annular brooch of medieval date (c.1200-1350). Description: The brooch is bent at numerous points and so it is not possible to know its original form and whether it lay flat or rose towards the centre. In cross-section, the frame is sub-rectangular, having slightly rounded internal and external edges due to the application of cord-effect wire. The surface of the frame has filigree decoration in the form of conical, spiralling coils of the same corded wire. Generally, these have been applied in two rows: the inside row being made up of smaller coils…
Created on: Tuesday 24th November 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 1st December 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eastchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6FD8A5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age Gallo-Belgic gold stater of the Ambiani. Of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, c.60-50 BC. As ABC 16; VA 50-56. Measurements: 17.48mm in diameter, 3.75mm thick and 6.19g in weight. Discussion: From BERK-A92065"Known as the 'Gallic War uniface' stater these coins were struck by the Ambiani in northern France almost certainly during the Gallic War [period] (c. 60-50 BC ) and imported into Britain during the late first century BC. These gold coins are frequently found in southern Britain where they circulated in large numbers, and where some [varieties] may also have been p…
Created on: Thursday 19th November 2020
Last updated: Monday 15th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Adisham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6FCB74
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age Gallo-Belgic gold stater of the Ambiani. Of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, c.60-50 BC. Gallo-Belgic E (Scheers class III),, ABC 16; VA 50-56. Measurements: 16.5mm in diameter, 3.49mm thick and 6.19g in weight. Discussion: From BERK-A92065"Known as the 'Gallic War uniface' stater these coins were struck by the Ambiani in northern France almost certainly during the Gallic War [period] (c. 60-50 BC ) and imported into Britain during the late first century BC. These gold coins are frequently found in southern Britain where they circulated in large numbers, and where some…
Created on: Thursday 19th November 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 13th January 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Adisham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D6DB1B
Object type: PENANNULAR RING
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold Late Bronze Age penannular ring possibly gold plated with a copper alloy core, dating to the period 1150-750 BC. Description: The penannular ring is evenly made with regularly banding of dark sivery brown lines expanding on the outside edgfe. No clear evidence of a copper-alloy core is visible and the internatal terminals appear to be solid gold Measurements: 17.24mm long, 16.23mm high, 6.54mm thick and 9g in weight Discussion: From NMGW-04216C 'The penannular ring belongs to a class of artefact which has been termed 'hair-rings' and 'ring-money' (Taylor…
Created on: Thursday 12th November 2020
Last updated: Monday 15th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Linton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D604F2
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast gold and gemstone finger ring of medieval date (c.1200-1400). Description: The ring is formed of a rimmed, sub-oval dish-shaped bezel with four clawed collets which hold a pale blue gemstone. The visible sides of the bezel consist of a convex lower half and a concave upper half which forms a horizontal rim running along the exterior edge of the bezel. The bezel then has a slightly bevelled edge where it meets the setting. The collets are soldered to the base at an angle and are formed over the sides of the bezel, following its shape. They then&nb…
Created on: Thursday 12th November 2020
Last updated: Friday 16th June 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'South of Ashford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-83554C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early-medieval Merovingian gold tremissis, 'National'/'mint-and-moneyer' series dating c.AD 590-670, mint of Saint-Denis, ancient Catolacus (CATOLACO on coin), moneyer: Ebrigiselus (Ebregisilo on coin). Belfort (1892) no. 1479, Prou (1892) no. 835, Felder (2003) no. 892. Obverse: Diademed and cuirassed bust right. Legend: CATO[L]ACO+ (retrograde).  Reverse: Anchor Cross on globe. Legend: +EBREGISILO. Measurements: 12.57mm in diameter, 1.27g in weight. Discussion: This coin shows significant finishing to t…
Created on: Tuesday 27th October 2020
Last updated: Monday 9th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Peckham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-83515A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early-medieval Merovingian gold tremissis, 'National'/'mint-and-moneyer' series dating c.AD 590-670, mint of Senlis, ancient Silvanectis (SCLLNECLIS on coin), moneyer: Bettone (BETONE on coin). Belfort (1892) no. 4128 var., Prou (1892) no. 1100 var. Obverse: Pellet diademed and cuirassed bust right. Legend: +BETONE+.  Reverse: Anchor Cross on globe. Legend: +SCLL[NEC]LIS (retrograde). Measurements: 12.44mm in diameter, 1.3g in weight. Discussion: This coin 1 appears to be a previously unrecorded type though ap…
Created on: Tuesday 27th October 2020
Last updated: Monday 9th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Peckham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-467F3E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold quarter noble of Henry VI (first reign AD 1422-1461), mule Annulet/Rosette mascle Issue dating to the period 1427-1430. Standard Type C. Mint of London. North (1991) no.1420/1443. Spink 1810/1821. Measurements: 20.19mm in diameter and 1.75g in weight.
Created on: Monday 12th October 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 8th February 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-EFA080
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late iron age gold uniface quarter stater coin of a Gallo-Belgic type attributed to the Morini of the modern day Pas-de-Calais, minted between c.80-60BC. Gallo-Belgic D (Scheers class IV), ABC 43, VA 69-3.Obverse: plain, possible mould related marks upon it. Reverse: Tree-like object. Measurements: 10mm in diameter, and 1.4g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 8th October 2020
Last updated: Thursday 8th October 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-DD91AA
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete gold coin pendant made from an early-medieval tremissis dating to the period c.AD 620-640. Description: Obverse: Diademed bust right, hatched body. Legend: from 7 o’clock, METTIS CIVETAT(I), s on side.   Reverse: Cross with remnant of letters C and A in 3rd and 4th quarters, within circular border. Legend:  + LEVDOALDVS m, starting at 5 o’clock anti-clockwise upside down. The pendant has a plain gold, flat, suspension loop with a ‘v’ shaped terminal end where it has been attached to the outside edge of the coin on the obver…
Created on: Friday 25th September 2020
Last updated: Monday 10th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Ashford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-F97DF5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn post-Medieval gold Britain Crown of James I (AD 1603-1625), Second coinage (1604-1619), dating ot the period 1606-1607. First bust, escallop initial mark. London Mint. North (1991, 145) No 20910 Measurements: 21.25mm in diameter and 2.37g in weight.
Created on: Monday 14th September 2020
Last updated: Thursday 17th September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-9405AB
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete cast gold inscribed 'posy' (or ‘posie’)-type finger-ring of post-medieval date (c. 1685-1800). The hoop is circular in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. The exterior surface of the band is undecorated. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumference, is in lower case and reads, 'I CANNOT SHO THE LOVE +:O’. However, the band is too narrow for the intended letters. A hallmark is also present but survives only as an illegible shape in a square cartouche. It is not clear therefore whether this is a maker’s mark or a date letter. The ring is…
Created on: Friday 28th August 2020
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Edenbridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-9117D7
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete but damaged gold 'memento mori' finger ring of post-medieval date (c.1500-1650). Description: The bezel of the ring is elongated hexagonal in plan, all sides of which are concave. An engraved border runs along the edge of the bezel, repeating this shape. In the centre of the bezel, applied on top of a further engraved line that repeats the shape of the bezel, a skeleton in high relief lies on its side (reclining). It rests on top of or within a coffin or bed, its head resting on its right hand, its left leg rested crossing over the other. An engraved legend runs betwee…
Created on: Friday 28th August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 13th April 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Horton Kirby and South Darenth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C7392A
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn cast gold inscribed finger-ring or 'posie or posy' dating to the 17th century. Description: A worn cast gold inscribed finger-ring of 'posie or posy' type probably dating to the 17th century. The hoop is circular in plan, D-shaped in cross-section. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumferences, is in lower case and reads 'Knit in one by christ alone+’ the final symbol appears to be a lis. Just prior to this on the eternal circumference is a pat of copper-discolouration indicating the solder join closing the band, this is paired with a simple join visible…
Created on: Thursday 14th May 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 1st March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ightham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-184D79
Object type: BRACELET
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast gold bracelet of Bronze Age date (1300-1100 BC). Description: The object is a loosely twisted, square-section rod. At one end the rod finishes at a cut, while at the other its finishes in a tapered tip. Here, the rod straightens slightly but appears wavy, suggesting it has been untwisted. The surfaces of the rod are very rough and dimpled with some hammer and file marks visible.  Measurements: length: 75mm; width: 5mm; thickness; 3mm; weight: 12g Discussion:  Similar objects recorded on the database include BM-25EFE8, the discussion of whi…
Created on: Tuesday 5th May 2020
Last updated: Friday 29th July 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sittingbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-87403F
Object type: RIBBON
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
Three fragments of an incomplete folded gold strip or ribbon dating to the Bronze Age (c. 2200 - 800 BC). Description: The ribbon is in three separate fragments, each of which are decorated on one side with four regular, longitudinal, parallel grooves whilst the other side is plain. The very tips of the ends of each fragment fold over slightly and the two smaller parts fit the two ends of the larger, so it can be deduced that these snapped off through being bent. A near 90 degree bend is present halfway down the larger fragment and a split is visible at one of…
Created on: Thursday 16th April 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 19th October 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Manston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-E4979A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An early-medieval gold 'pseudo-Imperial' tremissis struck by the Merovingian Franks in the Lower Rhineland (MEC I.373; Belfort 5385-6, 5408), probably dating to the 560-70s. The design copies issues of Justinian I (AD527-56) or Justin II (565-78) but with heavily blundered inscriptions. Ref: Grierson and Blackburn 1986: 113-5; pl.19 no 373; Belfort 1894: 116-7,123. Reverse prototype: VICTORIA AVGVSTORVM depicting Victory walking right looking left holding wreath and globe cruciger. Mintmark: - *//oOo Obverse (approximation): VTSΩNT - TRVSTRV; Degraded diademed and cuirasse…
Created on: Thursday 9th April 2020
Last updated: Friday 12th June 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-CBB462
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold late Iron Age (c.60-50 BC) 'Gallo-Belgic E' uniface stater of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, (as ABC 16 / VA 50-56, Scheers Class II type). Obverse: Plain. Reverse: Sinuous horse right, pellet below, pellets above, eye shaped motif behind. Measurements: 15.97mm in diameter and 6.16g in weight Discussion: From BERK-A92065 "Known as the 'Gallic War uniface' stater these coins were struck by the Ambiani in northern France almost certainly during the Gallic War [period] (c. 60-50 BC ) and imported into Britain during the late first century BC. These gold coins are freque…
Created on: Tuesday 7th April 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 25th May 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chartham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-CF0D7B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age gold quarter stater of the Kent Region / Cantiaci, dating to the period c.50-20 BC, Corded Triangle type. Obverse: Plain. Reverse: Horse left, corded triangle above, cross-hatched net below. As ABC, p. 36, no. 198; BMC nos. 2469-2471. Measurements: 11mm in Diameter, 2mm thick and 1.25g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 26th March 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 31st March 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-ABCB7D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A chipped early-medieval pale gold shilling (aka thrymsa) of Two Emperors type (BMC type 1; Sutherland type II.v; North 20) dating c. 650-70. Refs: Sutherland 1948; North 1994; Gannon 2013: 94-5. The coin survives in two fragment, one a small portion of the outer edge above the top of the bust (obverse). This coin is otherwise in very good condition. Very pale gold, almost silver in colour.   Obverse: Bust right wearing a pearled diadem and cuirass indicated by dots, pseudo-legend consisting of a large A and v behind head with an N(?) in front. Between them a…
Created on: Monday 17th February 2020
Last updated: Monday 22nd May 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-5D0872
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A Gold solidus of Valentinian II (AD 375-392) dating the period c.378-383 (Reece Period 20). VICTOR-IA AVGG reverse type depicting Two draped emperors nimbate, seated facing on throne, one on right holding mappa in left hand and the two together holding globe. Behind a victory, below a palm branch. Mint of Milan (Mediolanum), -//COM. As Hoxne no. 16; RIC IX, pp. 77-78, nos. 5e/8(a1). Coin has slight post-depositional folding to one edge. Measurements: 20.34mm in diameter, 1.27mm thick and 4.47g in weight.
Created on: Wednesday 8th January 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 8th January 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-B43CF3
Object type: INGOT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A gold, finger ingot of uncertain date, probably prehistoric. Description: The ingot is sub-rectangular in plan, with rounded ends. It has a shallow D-shaped cross-section with slight dishing along this face. One end also has dip and pellet in likely indicating the ingate or pouring point of the molten metal into the mould for the ingot. The surfaces of the ingot are very irregular suggesting a coarse mould, possibly even an earth one. Measurements: 67.5mm long, 12.22mm wide, 5.5mm thick and 36.77g in weight. Discussion: The simplicity of the form and the lack of archae…
Created on: Tuesday 31st December 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eastchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-925923
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A worn cast gold inscribed finger-ring or 'posie or posy' dating to the 17th century. The hoop is circular in plan, D-shaped. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumferences, is in lower case though proceeded by a set of initials in poorly executed scratched block capitals and reads 'PT - love in her is my defier’. The band shows some abrasion with small nicks around the loop and the entire circumference is slightly warped, Measurements: 18.68mm long, 15.04mm wide, band is 1.15mm thick and 2.15g in weight. Discussion: Posie or posy rings we…
Created on: Tuesday 17th December 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 13th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Northbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D29B09
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A cast and engraved medieval gold and enamel iconographic signet ring probably dating to the 15th or early 16th century. Description: The ring has a simple round loop with D-shaped cross-section. It has a high circular bezel engraved with the head of a bull, with the letter ‘e’ (or ‘t’ or ‘r’) between the horns of the bull, all within a cabled border. The horns of this bull are presented vertically, rather than horizontally. Its ears are angled diagonally upwards at 2 and 10 o’clock. Its snout is closed. It has a low poll. Framing the bez…
Created on: Thursday 14th November 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 19th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eastchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-E2C775
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Published
A worn cast gold inscribed finger-ring or 'posie or posy' dating to the 17th century. Description: The hoop is circular in plan, D-shaped. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumferences, is in lower case and reads '__In begin so let us end' it is followed by the makers mark 'WG'. The beginning of the inscription may be missing but it isn't certain. The band shows some abrasion with small nicks around the loop. Measurements: 20.76mm in diameter, 3.13mm wide, band is 1.29mm thick and 2.6g in weight. Discussion: Posie or posy rings were a popular form of fi…
Created on: Friday 27th September 2019
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Buxted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-E2042E
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but slightly squashed wound wire or 'plaited' gold finger ring of Late Saxon date c. AD 900-1100. Description: The ring is formed of three thick lengths of circular-sectioned gold wire, which have been plaited to form the bezel and shoulders. The strands have then been beaten together at their lower edge as can be seen in detail where they join to form a rectangular sectioned base to the hoop. Despite the warping the ring is mostly in good condition with only minor abrasion around its circumference.  Measurements: 27.74mm long, 20.56mm high, 5.39mm thick …
Created on: Friday 27th September 2019
Last updated: Monday 10th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sutton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-7C3C72
Object type: NECKLACE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of gold jewellery, probably of Roman date. c.1st to 3rd century AD. Description: The fragment consists of a loop of filigree, circular in section, that is now broken at one end. The surviving part forms a straight section that terminates in an ovoid loop. This straight section is decorated with granulation, in the form of two pairs of spheres at each end and five in the centre. Attached to the back of the wire is an additional piece of sheet gold that forms two ovoid ‘ears’ in either side of the wire, each with an undulating surface. Measurements: L.: 14mm…
Created on: Monday 17th June 2019
Last updated: Friday 21st May 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-7D21E9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Medway
Workflow stage: Published
A single gold coin found in the vicinity of previous small hoard of 7 Iron Age gold coins, reported as 2018 T836. Description: The coin is a Continental Iron Age gold half stater of a type produced in the Somme Valley area of France (ancient Gaul). The type is ultimately derived from the gold staters issued in the name of Philip II of Macedon in the later fourth century BC, but is likely to have been issued from the 3rd to early 2nd century BC. The coin belongs to the 'bearded head series' (Scheers 1977, 225 series 2 class 1 var. b; DT 11 ("à la cigogne"); Si…
Created on: Friday 24th May 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hoo Peninsula', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C3DDD1
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A gold object of uncertain date or function. Description: It is divided into three sections lengthwise by two pairs of engraved circular dots on the outside of one surface. The first section is engraved with a series of lines running parallel to the object and is pierced by a small hole. The middle section is undecorated and the final section expands to form the shape of a spoon bowl, and is also decorated with engraved parallel lines. Dimensions: Length: c.35mm Width: c.8mm (widest point) Discussion: The object was deposited at the British Museum and …
Created on: Friday 3rd May 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 7th June 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sellindge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-62AA56
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A heavily worn, misshapen and abraded Post-Medieval gold 'memento mori' type mourning-ring, likely dating to the later 17th century. Description: The finger ring has is a simple loop with a D-shaped cross-section and a decorative engraved skull in 3/4 profile left. There is no surviving trace of the black enamel or niello that would have decorated the skull to make it contrast with the gold of the band. The inscription on the internal surface is heavily worn and crudely executed making and exact reading difficult: 'JN OB (4/A) __o__98____75'. The initials are executed in a differ…
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 8th September 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North of Dover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-61E19D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold quarter stater of Dubnovellaunos (c.20 BC-AD 5) of the Cantiaci. Dubnovellaunos yoke type dating to the period c.25 BC - AD 5. Obverse: plain, slight banding. Reverse: Horse right, yoke above. ABC (2010) no. 306. Measurements: 12.60mm in diameter, 1.89mm thick and 1.34g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 4th April 2019
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-E41541
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold quarter stater of Vosenos (c.10 BC-AD 5) of the Cantiaci. Vosenos Star horse type dating to the period c.10 BC - AD 5. Obverse: three raised bands. Reverse: Hors left, star in ring above VOSII below.. ABC (2010) no. 360, BMC no. 2514-2515, Mack 298.. Measurements: 10.92mm in diameter, 1.24g in weight.
Created on: Friday 29th March 2019
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Tonbridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-E39889
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age gold stater of the Catuvellauni, uninscribed British L, 'Middle Whaddon Chase, Big Wheel' type of the Eastern (North Thames) region; dating to the period c. 60-20 BC. Obverse: crossed wreaths, outline crescents back-to-back at centre. Reverse: horse right, wing motif above, wheel below. ABC (2010) no. 2442, BMC no. 331, VA 1487. Measurements: 19.2mm in diameter, 5.55g in weight.
Created on: Friday 29th March 2019
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Tonbridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-7A24B0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A early-medieval Merovingian gold tremissis, 'National'/'mint-and-moneyer' series dating c.AD 580-670; mint: possibly Beauvais (ancient Bellovacum); moneyer: Aigoaldus. The inscriptions on both obverse and reverse are truncated, struck partially off the flan. The coin appears to be unlisted in de Belfort (1892-5) and Prou (1892). Obverse: '+[BE?, possibly BA?]LLOACV[S?..]'; Diademed and bust in right. Reverse: +AIGO[A?]LDVS. Long cross on globe on steps, a pellet in each lower quarter. Measurements: 11.8mm in diameter, 1.2g in weight.
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 13th October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Canterbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-1238FA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold Iron Age quarter stater of Cunobelin (AD 8-41), attributed to the Catuvellauni and Trinovantes. Cunobelinus 'plastic' type, Dating to the period c. AD 8-41. Obverse: corn ear without central stalk, CA to left, MV to right. Reverse: horse rearing right, dashes for mane, branch and pellets above, CVN below. ABC no, 2816, BMC no. 1846-1848, VA 2015. Striking of this coin seems to have been weak, with the obverse and elements of the reverse poorly defined. Measurements: 10.88mm in diameter, 2.33mm thick and 1.36g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2019
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-029394
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age uninscribed continental gold half stater, possibly of the Lemovices, dating to the period c.130-60 BC, à la grue et au trèfle type. Obverse: Bust right with large hair curls, prominent nose, and curled volute extending from mouth. Reverse: A horse right with volute extending from its mouth and pelleted mane. Above, a crane or stork right, below a trifoliate flower. As DT, 2007: p. 116, nos. 3404-3405. Measurements: 17.06mm in diameter, 2.81mm and 3.82g in weight.
Created on: Friday 22nd February 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 26th February 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-AC7E52
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A pendant made from a Gallic Provençal quasi-Imperial gold solidus in the name of Maurice Tiberius (582-602). Description: The coin has had a suspension loop with multiple longitudinal ribs soldered to the edge of the coin immediately above the emperor's head. The coin has an attached filigree border, and a single large gold pellet has been added between the suspension loop and the top of the bust on the obverse. The coin description is as follows: Obverse: helmeted, cuirassed bust facing, shield on left shoulder, spear over right. Legend: DN MAVRC TIb P P AVG, Reverse: …
Created on: Monday 18th February 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 26th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hoath', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-08FE44
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A gold and amethyst finger-ring of c.1600 date. Description: The ring comprises a hoop of flat section rising to meet ornamental shoulders of similarly flat section. The hoop is intact but has been crushed. The exterior of the band is engraved with two lines which diverge towards the shoulders, creating a splayed cusped form, comprising two calyx-like trumpets framing a central tapering rectangle, the uppermost boundary of is scooped creating a half-moon form within two forks. This field contains engraved eight shallow circles of increasing size following the broadening of the sh…
Created on: Tuesday 29th January 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 25th January 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-1E59E2
Object type: INGOT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of probable gold ingot of uncertain date. Description: The fragment has a sub-rectangular cross section that has flattened upper and lower faces and convex sides. At each end, the piece has been snipped by metal tools. It also has marks on the upper and lower face has additional snip marks. Ingot shows some evidence of hammering into shape. Measurements: 9.67mm long, 7.3mm wide, 2.38mm thick and 1.33g in weight. Discussion: This ingot fragment is similar, though thinner than SOM-E5EF83 (2019 T226). From SOM-E5EF83 though relevant here“Due to the smallness …
Created on: Friday 18th January 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 10th March 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elsted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-382D2E
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Medway
Workflow stage: Published
A complete, gold, posy finger ring probably dating to the Post-Medieval Period (AD 1600-1700). Description:The plain band is D shaped in cross section with a flat inner surface and convex outer surface. It has an engraved inscription on the inside of the band in lower case, italic letters reading Gods providence is our inheritance. This is followed by a stamped makers mark, the letter Y set within a square panel. The ring has a number of dents around its edges. Measurements: Diameter: 25.80mm; Width of band: 3.96mm; Thickness of band; 2.13mm; Weight: 9.22g. Discussio…
Created on: Friday 14th December 2018
Last updated: Thursday 10th March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cliffe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D83432
Object type: INGOT
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Published
A single fragment of gold ‘bar’ of probable prehistoric date. Description: It is snipped (in a pincer-like or ‘chisel-cut’ way) on either end. The object has a sub-hexagonal cross-section. Dimensions: Length: 18mm; Width: 6mm; Thickness: 4.5mm; Weight: 4.32g Metal composition: Non-destructive X-ray fluorescence analysis of a gold bar fragment by the British Museum, indicated a surface composition of approximately 81-83% gold, 14-16% silver, the rest being largely copper. See appended report. Discussion: This fragment is similar in appearance – and, perhap…
Created on: Tuesday 27th November 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 26th January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elsted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D6A961
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval gold finger-ring dating to the c.14th century. Description: The oval bezel is conical in profile, and is formed of two sections: the base is in the 'pie-dish' style with crimped edge, and the collect or upper section is concave in profile. The bezel is empty and missing its original setting but filled with chalky soil. The hoop is slender and widens at the shoulders where it is soldered to the bezel. Barring the missing setting the ring is in generally good condition. Dimensions: Diameter of band: 20.19mm; thickness of band: 1.27mm; length of bezel: 8.69mm; height…
Created on: Tuesday 27th November 2018
Last updated: Friday 21st January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Snargate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-056190
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A hoard of one plated copy of a noble and five Gold nobles of Edward III (1327-1377) spanning fourth coinage, pre-treaty (1351-1361) series C-Gf dating to the period 1351-1361. Found in association with a purse bar dating to the c.1450 - 1550 century. Description: Coin 1: A gold noble of Edward III (1327-1377), series Ga/E mule dating 1356/1361. Measurements: 33.98mm in diameter, 0.82mm thick and 7.70g in weight Slight folding upwards along the edge of the coin Coin 2: A gold noble of Edward III (1327-1377), series F, dating 1356. North (1991) no.1144. Measure…
Created on: Monday 5th November 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-03BF25
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A slightly worn and abraded Post-Medieval gold and niello/enamel 'memento mori' type mourning-ring, likely dating soon after 23rd of June 1668 and commemorating Mrs. Jane Brodnax. Description: The finger ring has is a simple loop with a D-shaped cross-section and a decorative engraved skull in 3/4 profile left. There is only a small surviving trace of the black enamel or niello that would have decorated the skull, mostly around the back of the skull. The inscription on the internal surface reads: 'In memoriam I B: 23 Junii 68'. The inscription is in lower case although not cursiv…
Created on: Monday 5th November 2018
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Godmersham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C7C7A1
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Medway
Workflow stage: Published
Six Gold Iron Age Gallo-Belgic import coins found in the same area (3 x Gallo-Belgic E staters; one Gallo-Belgic 'Broad flan' quarter stater and two Gallo-Belgic 'uniface tree' quater staters), dating between c. 80 - 50 BC as well as an unmarked gold ring also found in the same area, but unclear if it is associated with the coins. Description: Coin 1 - An Iron Age Gallo-Belgic uninscribed gold stater of the Ambiani. Of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, c.60-50 BC. Gallo-Belgic E (Scheers class I), ABC 16; VA 50.1. Obverse: Blank Reverse: Horse, right. Measureme…
Created on: Friday 2nd November 2018
Last updated: Friday 10th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hoo Peninsula', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C7854D
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold early medieval bulla pendant. It is formed from a single piece of gold sheet consisting of two discs joined by a fluted strip that has been folded in half, said that the two discs overlap each other. Both discs are damaged around the circumference and slightly crumpled. Measurements: Length: 16.9 mm Width: 14.82 mm Thickness: 3.23 mm and Weight: 1.5 g Discussion: Bulla pendants were generally worn in combination with beads and/or other pendants on high status necklaces in early Anglo-Saxon England. An outstanding example is the Desborough necklace, now in the British …
Created on: Friday 2nd November 2018
Last updated: Monday 10th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-72FF22
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, gold, posie ring dating to the Post Medieval Period (AD1500-1625). Description: The band is formed of a flat strip of gold. Running the circumference of the band, on both upper and lower edges are three, plain mouldings, which each increase in height and diameter towards the edge causing a slightly concave external surface in cross-section. Within this border is an inscription which reads:- '.KEPE .PROMES. '; stops as small saltires. The internal surface of the band is plain with no visible makers mark. The ring is slightly crushed with a crack running vertically just a…
Created on: Monday 29th October 2018
Last updated: Monday 9th December 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Higham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-DD7BC3
Object type: AMULET
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete stamped gold Roman apotropaic amulet, possibly dating to the 2nd century AD. Description: The amulet is formed from two stamped gold foil discs folded together the apex has a small tear likely where the amulet's now missing suspension loop was placed. The discs have been embossed in a repoussé style. The design consists of a central heavily lidded (evil/all suffering) eye surrounded by numerous protective symbols aligned radially and to attack the eye. These symbols are mostly animals and numbered on the image as follows: 1, thunderbolt; 2, long-necked bird or liza…
Created on: Wednesday 10th October 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 9th June 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-B85DD6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age gold quarter stater of the Kent Region / Cantiaci, struckfor Eppillus, c. AD 1-15, Eppillus King type. Obverse: Legend COM.F in a panel across two opposed neck torcs and curvilinear motifs. Reverse: A horse left, EP above, REX below. As ABC (Rudd), p. 42, no. 396. Measurements: 12.5mm in diameter and 1.37g in weight. Discussion: Coin is die linked to type specimen for ABC 396, coin 08.9227 (CCI?).
Created on: Monday 8th October 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 10th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-5E0C7C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped post-Medieval gold 1-escudo of Joanna, Queen of Castile and Aragon (Joan the Mad) and Charles V (Charles I of Spain), 1516-1555. MInted c.1535-1555. Reverse mintmark: castle. Minted at Seville. Measurements: 23.27mm in diameter, 1.12mm thick and 3.18g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 4th October 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 8th January 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-364FF3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age Gallo-Belgic gold stater of the Ambiani. Of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, c.60-50 BC. Gallo-Belgic E (Scheers class III),, ABC 16; VA 50-56. Measurements: 17.78mm in diameter, 3.33mm thick and 6.09g in weight. Discussion: From BERK-A92065"Known as the 'Gallic War uniface' stater these coins were struck by the Ambiani in northern France almost certainly during the Gallic War [period] (c. 60-50 BC ) and imported into Britain during the late first century BC. These gold coins are frequently found in southern Britain where they circulated in large numbers, and where some …
Created on: Thursday 20th September 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-585A3A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A modified gold pseudo-imperial tremissis of Anonymous issuer, minted at Arvernus by the moneyer Ursio likely dating c.AD 570-670. Obverse: Rosette diademed bust right, with detached lozenge diadem tie behind and detached rosette above. Legend: 'ARVER' retrograde. Reverse: Schematic Victory advancing right holding wreath and globus cruciger (cross on globe). Legend: 'O+SOI', 'VR[S]IO' in exergue. The reverse also has a large glob of added gold over much of the central design, possibly from another coin. Likely intended to increase the weight of an …
Created on: Thursday 16th August 2018
Last updated: Monday 10th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-5B83CC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete milled gold Post-Medieval Portuguese 4000 reis or 'moidore' João V (1706-1750). Minted at the Brazilian mint of Bahia, in the city of Salvador and dated '1723'. The coin has been damaged after deposition with the flan missing from 6-11 o'clock. Measurements: 28.62mm in diameter, 1.53mm thick and 7.07g in weight.
Created on: Monday 23rd July 2018
Last updated: Sunday 31st May 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-1F5049
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but warped, cast, gold, inscribed, finger-ring or 'posie' dating to the 16th or 17th centuries. Description: The hoop is circular in plan, and is worn and crushed. The external circumference is decorated with a continuous, moulded relief which is difficult to discern due to damage, but has the appearance of a scrolling, foliate, pattern. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumferences, is in uppercase and reads 'VIVE . VT . VIVAS'. The inscription translates literally to "live that you may live" and is given to confer the sentiment: "live life to the fulle…
Created on: Friday 20th July 2018
Last updated: Thursday 23rd January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ash', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-B66422
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A gold Pseudo-Imperial (probably Merovingian) tremissis of Anastasius I (AD 491-518). Obverse: D N ANASTA-SIVS P F AVC, Diademed and cuirassed bust in paludamentum right, diadem tie disconnected from diadem, star above head. Reverse: VICTORIA AVGVSTORVII, Victory walking right looking left holding wreath and globe cruciger. Mintmark: - *//COIIOƆ. This is probably a Pseudo-Imperial issue from unclear mint (although probably Austrasian or Burgundian), for the official issue of Anastasius from Constantinople cf. MIBE, p.84, no. 12; MEC I p.115. Measurements: 15.2mm in diameter, 1.06mm t…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd July 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 25th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-7C7FB8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A late iron age gold uniface quarter stater coin of a Gallo-Belgic type attributed to the Morini of the modern day Pas-de-Calais, minted between c.80-60BC. Gallo-Belgic D (Scheers class IV), ABC 43, VA 69-3.Obverse: plain, possible mould related marks upon it. Reverse: Tree-like object. Measurements: 12.92mm in diameter, 2.21mm thick and 1.44g in weight.
Created on: Monday 18th June 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 21st November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-FF3B06
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, gold finger ring, probably dating to the Later Roman Period (AD 300-400) Description: A small Roman gold finger-ring, the hoop and raised bezel slightly distorted. The hoop is circular in cross-section, milled on the inner surface and smooth on the outer. The bezel comprises a neatly-formed sub-circular setting, with a pair of gold grains fused to each side. The stone is missing. Measurements: Diameter:17.0 mm; band thickness: 1.20mm; height of bezel 2.22mm; width of bezel: 3.61mm; weight: 1.08g. Discussion: The ring is very small and may have belonged to…
Created on: Thursday 31st May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 26th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-FF00A6
Object type: PENANNULAR RING
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A, complete gold Late Bronze Age penannular ring possibly gold plated with a copper alloy core, dating to the period 1150-750 BC. Description: The penannular ring appears to have a number of regularly spaced shallow indentation possibly showing it was wrapped in strips of gold or had additional elements/decoration added. The indentations are roughly triangular narrowing towards the central perforation. No clear evidence of a copper-alloy core is visible. Measurements: 16.69mm wide, 15.4mm high,11.68mm thick and 7.95g in weight. Discussion: From NMGW-04216C 'The penannular ri…
Created on: Thursday 31st May 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 6th August 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Meopham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C06033
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A 'fob' seal matrix consisting of a thin (2mm) carved brown and clear oval gemstone in a gold frame, attached to an enamelled gold swivel mount. The gemstone depicts a winged cherub in profile, facing to the viewer's right, with drapery trailing from his shoulders. In his outstretched right hand he holds a thin, twisted item, possibly a rope or the mouthpiece to a musical instrument. A series of waves covers the bottom third of the image and the cherub sits astride a cannon-shaped barrel floating among them. A carved oval border encloses the scene and the gemstone in enclosed on its e…
Created on: Wednesday 16th May 2018
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'St Margaret’s at Cliffe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-9D33EB
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of an early medieval gold and garnet cross pendant. Description: The fragment comprises one complete and three partial arms of the cross (the fourth lost completely) arranged around a central circular setting. It is made from gold sheet and decorated with filigree and red stone settings, probably garnets. The central circular setting comprises a large, flat-topped garnet set within a sheet gold collar with beaded wire border. Projecting from this, the complete cross-arm is sub-triangular in plan, narrowing towards the junction with the central circular setting. The lower e…
Created on: Friday 20th April 2018
Last updated: Thursday 16th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North of Folkestone', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-CBA86E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age Gold uniface quarter Stater of the Cantiaci, possible issue of Dubnovellaunos (c.25BC-AD 5), Dubnovellaunos trefoil type, ABC no. 312 (Rudd 2010, 39). Reverse: Horse? right, trefoil (wings?) above flanked by annulets (face?). VA 170, BMC 2475-77. Measurements: 11.03mm in diameter, 1.91mm thick and 1.24g in weight.
Created on: Tuesday 10th April 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 25th April 2018
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Record ID: KENT-11B4FB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An Iron Age Gold quarter Stater of the Kent Region / Cantiaci, struck in the name of Tasciovanus, dating to the period c.AD 5-15, 'Sego Tascio Tablet' type. Obverse: TASCIO in central panel, wheel and two pellets above and below. Reverse: Horse left, ring holding pellets above, pelletal crescent below, vertical lines in exergue, a torc(?) before. As ABC, p. 44, no. 444, BMC, p. 116, no. 1646. Measurements: 12.3mm in diameter, 1.34gm in weight.
Created on: Thursday 8th March 2018
Last updated: Friday 9th March 2018
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Record ID: KENT-6EAD48
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A warped gold and ruby rosette finger ring dating from the late 16th to early 17th century. Description: The ring is formed from a simple gold band, widening slightly before the bezel which has a long thin V-shaped cell on each shoulder. These cells would likely have contained enamel. The bezel is formed from six radially aligned circular cells, separate by a small triangular petal. There is central hole on the bezel plate with a slightly larger separate cell set into it. Each cell has a facetted deep red stone save for one which is missing. The faceting is poorly executed which is…
Created on: Friday 16th February 2018
Last updated: Thursday 5th September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wootton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6E645C
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Medway
Workflow stage: Published
An inscribed gold and enamel posie/posy ring of Post-Medieval date. Description: The ring is small and has an even band, the outer band has am even vegetative floral design including palmettes. The palmettes were executed in white while some of the vine designs have small amounts of green enamel adhering possibly indicating a white and green pattern. The internal band has the incised inscription 'I give it thee, to thinke on mee' this is followed by a stamped 'R' in a square topped shield. The ring is partially abraded with nicks out of the band. Measurements: 16.21mm i…
Created on: Friday 16th February 2018
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Strood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6D29C9
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Windsor and Maidenhead
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete and warped Gold posy ring of fide type, probably of 16th century date. Description: The ring has a bezel formed in the shape of two clasped hands with the shoulders styled in the shape of ornate lace cuffed sleeves. There is evidence of a projecting heart having existed above the the sleeves. The rest of the band could be meant to represent the sleeves of the arms and are formed by three rows of closely placed square cells. The details of the lace cuffs as well as the cells are in counter relief suggesting they ordinarily had enamel like KENT-9E4876, which has now be…
Created on: Friday 16th February 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 13th February 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shurlock Row', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-8BB2A9
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a gold filigree artefact, probably an early medieval disc pendant dating to the 7th century. Description: The fragment is crushed and distorted, and represents about a third of the original circular plate including a circular central cell and the remains of two smaller circular cells spaced around the edge (further cells are probably lost to the break). Each cell is formed from an upright strip of gold surrounded by a beaded wire collar. A further strand of beaded wire runs around the outer edge of the sheet. The rest of the upper surface is filled with filigree ornam…
Created on: Friday 12th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 30th April 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leaveland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-8A8219
Object type: TORC
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete Middle Bronze Age cast gold spiral-twisted torc dating to the to the Taunton (c.1400-1250 BC), or more probably the Penard (c. 1300-1150 BC), metalwork phases of the Middle Bronze Age (dates following Roberts et al. 2013). Description: Possibly less than half of the object survives due to two transverse breaks in the bar. The object is made of a rod that has bent into a U-shape in plane. This rod is square in section with accentuated corners created by slightly concave edges. This has been twisted tightly across surviving its length, having 22 twists. Scienti…
Created on: Friday 12th January 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 6th April 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Littlebourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6C6948
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A worn cast gold inscribed finger-ring or 'posie' dating to the 17th or 18th centuries. Description: The hoop is circular in plan, D-shaped in cross-section and has a transverse break. The inscription, which runs around the internal circumferences, is in lower case and reads 'Love Virtu'. The band shows some abrasion with small nicks having been taken from the loop. Measurements: 19.03mm in diameter, 2.42mm wide, band is 2.3mm thick and 1.6g in weight. Discussion: Posie or posey rings were a popular form of finger-ring from the 16th to 18th centuries, more often in gold…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 16th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eythorne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-6C2FB6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A slightly worn and abraded Post-Medieval gold 'memento mori' type mourning-ring, possibly dating 1650-1710. Description: The finger ring has is a simple loop with a D-shaped cross-section and a decorative engraved skull in 3/4 profile left. There is only a small surviving trace of the black enamel or niello that would have decorated the skull, mostly around the teeth/jaw. The inscription on the internal surface reads: "Remember your friends' then the Marriage triagram 'N//G S'. There is also a maker's mark on the inner surface - a globular stamp reading "PR". The ring has some m…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2017
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Ashford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-2CAC8C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age Gallo-Belgic gold stater of the Ambiani. Of 'Gallic War Uniface' type, c.60-50 BC. As ABC 16; VA 50-56. Measurements: 18.62mm in diameter, 2.86mm thick and 5.91g in weight. Discussion: From BERK-A92065"Known as the 'Gallic War uniface' stater these coins were struck by the Ambiani in northern France almost certainly during the Gallic War [period] (c. 60-50 BC ) and imported into Britain during the late first century BC. These gold coins are frequently found in southern Britain where they circulated in large numbers, and where some [varieties] may also have been produced."
Created on: Monday 20th November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd November 2017
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Record ID: KENT-B1B4B9
Object type: INGOT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A fragmented of gold ingot of uncertain date Description: Hammered gold bar, of rectangular section, tapering slightly towards rounded ends. Accretion of (?)ferrous metal towards one end on one face. There are no obvious test marks. Dimensions: 24 x 6 x 4mm, 5.92g Discussion: Ingots are extremely difficult to date with any certainty unless they are found in association with other objects, or unless they have features which point firmly to association with a particular period. Although there is often an assumption that ingots are likely to be of Viking origin, as they function…
Created on: Thursday 2nd November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 3rd January 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-5E6A92
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Medway
Workflow stage: Published
An Anglo-Saxon Coin pendant utilising a pseudo imperial solidus of Cross-on-steps type (North No. 28/1, Stewart A.93/92), dating c.AD 640-670. Description: Obverse: Bust right wearing diadem of two rows of large petals and ornamental drapery. Legend: 'ƆNAT[o o]TAVCo' legend starts at 7 o'clock. Reverse: Cross potent on pyramidal pedestal of four steps. Legend: 'hITnP PnTIh' Blundered, Mirrored first h is reversed?. 'oWo' in exergue. Die axis 12 o'clock . The pendant has an incomplete suspension loop at roughly 12 o'clock of typically ribbed form, it is warped…
Created on: Tuesday 17th October 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 1st March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hoo Penisula', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-5DD1D6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A cast medieval gold and gemstone, 'stirrup' finger ring dating from the 13th to 15th century. Description: The ring has a simple undecorated band D-shaped cross-section which rises from the shoulders into a pointed triangular (in plan) bezel. The bezel is set with a dark strongly coloured and semi-transparent green irregularly shaped cabochon, certainly either an emerald or high-quality green beryl. The inside of the ring is flat and level throughout. The shoulders are decorated by a floral vegetative motif, formed from a cone of incised lines and annulets formed in a cone shape…
Created on: Tuesday 17th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 29th July 2021
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Record ID: KENT-21E814
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold posie/posey Finger Ring of Post-Medieval date, c.17th century. Description: The ring has an evenly well-formed band, D-shaped cross section. The interior circumference has an incised inscription typical of the type, in lower case lettering although not cursive, it reads 'Live in love and fear the lord' Followed by the letter 'S' over 'R G'. The exterior surface of the ring is undecorated with only minor abrasions caused by post-depositional processes. Measurements: 22.94mm in diameter, 6.36mm thick (band 2.42mm thick) and 10.95g in weight. Discussion: Posie or…
Created on: Monday 2nd October 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-122CB8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A milled gold 1/2 escudo (800 Reis) of João V of Portugal (r.1706-1750), dated 1733, mintmark 'M'. Minted in the colonial Brazilian mints of Rio, Bahia or Minas Gerais. Measurements: 17.01mm in diameter, 0.79mm thick 1.78g in weight
Created on: Tuesday 19th September 2017
Last updated: Sunday 31st May 2020
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Record ID: KENT-1134A1
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A facetted gold ring of late Medieval to Post-Medieval date. Description: The loop is formed from 12 pointed moulded oval segments or petals aligned diagonally to the loop and abutting each other on their sides. The pointed ovals alternate hatched lines in raised rim and incised lines in one plain within raised rim. It is possible this isn't direct decoration but the adhering surface for enamel which is now missing. Despite these elements missing any possible enamel the ring remains in good condition Measurements: 18.49mm in diameter, 3.37mm thick and 1.96g in weight. Discuss…
Created on: Tuesday 19th September 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 6th November 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Iwade', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C162C6
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold disc pendant with an openwork cross motif, dating to the late 6th to early 7th centuries. Description:The pendant is constructed from four concentric rings of gold wire, alternating between beaded and plain wire. These form an open ring, in the centre of which has been soldered a cross also made of wire, its surface uneven suggesting damage or extremely worn beading. The cross has been made from a single vertical strand of wire, with two horizontal strands of wire soldered to each side to form the arms of the cross. A suspension loop, made from a rectangular gold s…
Created on: Tuesday 22nd August 2017
Last updated: Friday 27th July 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-CC971A
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold posie/posey Finger Ring of Post-Medieval date, c.17th century. Description: The ring has an evenly well-formed band, D-shaped cross section. The interior circumference has an incised inscription typical of the type, in lower case lettering although not cursive, it reads 'I joy to find a constant mind'. The exterior surface of the ring is undecorated with only minor abrasions caused by post-depositional processes. Measurements: 20.98mm in diameter, 5.83mm thick (band 1.73mm thick) and 4.8g in weight. Discussion: Posie or posey rings were a popular form of finge…
Created on: Monday 17th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 5th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Goudhurst', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-A919BC
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A cast medieval gold and gemstone, 'stirrup' finger ring dating from the mid 12th to 14th century. Description: The ring has a simple undecorated band D-shaped cross-section which rises from the shoulders into a pointed triangular (in plan) bezel. The bezel is set with a dark strongly coloured and semi-transparent green irregularly shaped cabochon, certainly either an emerald or green beryl. The inside of the ring is flat and level throughout. The ring is in good condition, apart from several small scratches and nicks along the band. Striations on the bezel, visible in strong li…
Created on: Wednesday 21st June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 1st August 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sittingbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-9020B1
Object type: POMMANDER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
An openwork gold object, now crushed, which originally formed a hemispherical dome shape. The gold framework is composed of a series of interconnected semi-circle and roundel designs, some of which feature minute hatching. Four strands of thin gold wire pass through tiny holes in the larger gold decoration; in some cases these wires form a loop, their ends twisted together on the underside of the decoration. Dimensions: Length: 21.48mm Width: 18.23mm Thickness: 0.73mm Weight: 2.38g Discussion: This object was submitted as potential Treasure on the supposition that it may for…
Created on: Tuesday 20th June 2017
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-801ECF
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
A sheet gold zoomorphic artefact of unidentified function likely dating to the 9th-10th century AD. Description:It is sub-rectangular in form and consists of a slightly domed sheet of gold with a flat back-plate. The artefact is slightly crushed and distorted with a large lateral crack slightly off of the central line. The back-plate has come away from the upper sheet at one end, and there is a gap between the two elements at the other end. The object appears to be largely hollow, although some material - perhaps soil - is visible inside. Two lateral perforations, one on each side,…
Created on: Wednesday 7th June 2017
Last updated: Friday 6th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.