Record ID: WREX-7DF4F1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gwynedd
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver short cross penny of John (1199-1216AD), Class v dating c.1210-c.1215AD, Rhuddlan mint (North 973/3). Obverse: Crowned bust facing with a sceptre with the legend reading HENRICVS REX Reverse: Voided short cross with quatrefoil in each angle with the legend reading HENRICVS O [N] RULAN. Measurements: diameter: 18.3mm; thickness: 0.9mm; weight: 1.32g. Die axis: 3.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-03B37E
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a probable copper alloy Roman plate brooch, inlaid with enamel, dating to the 2nd century AD (100-200AD). The object is oval in plan and slightly convex on the outer face. There is a break at the top and bottom of the object.  This suggests that the object could be a large roundel from the centre of a brooch bow.  It is decorated on the outer face with a series of concentric circular cells, the largest of which contains blue enamel or glass. The inner circles appear to contain degraded enamel or glass, which is a rusty brown colour. The reverse is plain.  …
Created on: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ruthin', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-EF7644
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Circular lead alloy weight or possible gaming piece of probable post-medieval date (c. 1600-1800AD). The object is crudely decorated on one side with what appears to be a figure 8 covered with apparent random stab or peck marks.  The reverse of the object is plain.  There is some post-depositional damage on part of the upper edge of the object, which has a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter: 26.6mm; thickness: 6.5mm; weight: 27.59g
Created on: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-EF5F70
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but worn silver coin, probably an Elizabeth I (1558-1603AD) halfgroat, with an uncertain initial mark, date is possibly 1582-1603AD. Obverse has traces of a crowned bust left but little of the legend is legible […] B RE […]. Reverse has a squared shield on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend […] / TAS / LON / […]. Measurements: Diameter: 17.1mm; thickness: 0.5mm; weight: 0.87g; Die axis: 9
Created on: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-EF49CD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver penny of Elizabeth I (1558-1603AD) second issue with a long cross initial mark dating 1580-1581AD. Obverse has worn crowned bust left with the legend E D G ROSA SINE SPINA. Reverse has a square shield on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend CIVI / TAS / LON / DON. Measurements: Diameter: 15.0mm; thickness: 0.3mm; weight: 0.44g; die axis: 2
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-E5007C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver groat of Henry VIII (1509-1547AD) third coinage, third bust, London (Tower) mint, dating 1544-1547. Obverse has crowned bust right and the legend […]DI GRA AG[…] Reverse has a squared shield on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend, POSVI […] Measurements: Diameter: 21.2mm; thickness: 0.5mm; weight: 1.14g; die axis 4
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-E4A8D2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603AD), second coinage, with a lion initial mark, dating 1567 (North 1997). Obverse has the crowned bust left, with a rose behind the head and the legend ELIZABETH DG ANG FR ET HI REGINA. Reverse has a squared shield on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV with the date 1567 above. Measurements: Diameter 34.2mm; thickness: 0.6mm; weight: 2.72g; die axis: 6
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-E42BB4
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy rowel spur of Post-Medieval date, c.1600 – 1800AD. The spur consists of an ovate sectioned neck which splits to one end forming the rowel box. The rowel is now missing. The curved arms with a D-shaped section. Both arms have been bent and distorted, but each terminate with a pair of button-headed rivets. The spur has a mid-green patina and is worn. Measurements: Length:80.2mm, width10.3mm; thickness: 5.5mm; weight: 36.35g
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-9AD607
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead seal matrix dating from the 13th century (c. 1200-1300AD). The circular seal with stylized fronds at the centre forming a cross. Around the edge of the object is an inscription which reads + S’ IORVERTh […] DAVID. The reverse of the object there are the remains of a suspension loop. Measurements: Diameter: 27.5mm; thickness: 2.6mm; weight: 12.26g
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llandegla', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-67AC9E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver half groat of Henry VI first reign (1422-1461AD) annulet coinage. Calais mint issue dating 1422-1427AD (North No. 1429). Obverse crowned bust facing within a tressure of arches, annulets by the neck.  Legend reads hENRIC DI GRA REX ANGL Z FR.  Reverse has long cross pattée, with three pellets in each quarter (annulet in quarters 1 and 3), dividing the legends POSVI / DEVM A/DITVTOR/E MEVM // VIL/LA/ CAL/IS. Measurements: Diameter: 21.2mm; thickness: 0.4mm; weight: 1.73g die axis 6
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-6795E5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but slightly damaged, silver Irish penny of John of England (1199-1216AD) dating to the the period 1207-1211AD. Third (Rex) coinage. Minted in Dublin, by moneyer Wilelm P. (Spink 2002, 123 (No. 6228A).  Obverse has crowned bust facing with rosette to the right of the neck, holding a sceptre left. Legend reads IOhANNES REX.    Reverse has sun, moon and three starts in a triangle.  The legend reads WILELM P ON DIVE. Measurements: Diameter: 17.7mm; thickness: 1.0mm; weight: 1.34g die axis 12
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-677DFB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) of the 2nd issue, with a Pheon initial mark, dated 1561AD (North No. 1997). Obverse has the crowned bust with a rose behind the head. The legend reads ELIZABETH DG ANG’ FR’ ET HI’ REGINA.  Reverse has a squared shield, with the date 1561 above, on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV.  Measurements: Diameter: 25.9mm; thickness: 0.4mm; weight: 2.46g; die axis: 6
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-676593
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver shilling of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) with an anchor initial mark dating 1597/8-1600AD (North No. 2014).  Obverse has the crowned bust left with the legend reading ELIZAB D G ANG FR ET HIB REGI. Reverse has a squared shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend POSVI /DEV AD/IVTORE/M MEV. Measurements: Diameter: 28.6mm; thickness: 0.7mm: weight: 4.83g; die axis 6
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-67455C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver threepence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) 2nd issue with coronet initial mark dating 1567-1570AD (North No. 1998). Obverse has crowned bust facing left, rose behind.  Legend reads ELIZABETH: D.G: [ANG':]FR': ET: HI':REGINA Reverse has squared shield on long cross fourchée with the date above, dividing the legend POS[VI ] / DEV AD /IVTORE /M MEV. Part of the date is worn but reads 15[..]. Measurements: Diameter: 18.9mm; thickness: 0.6mm; weight: 1.46g; die axis 3
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-64411F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver uninscribed Iron Age stater of the South Western Region / Durotriges, dating to the period c.60-20 BC, Cranborne Chase type. Obverse: worn but traces of wreath, cloak, and crescent motifs. Reverse: Disjointed horse left, rectangular head, body of crescents, four vertical legs, pellet below, with ten pellets above. Zig zag pattern with pellets in the exergue. Similar to ABC 2157. Measurements: Diameter: 19.8mm; thickness: 2.4mm; weight: 4.17g
Created on: Friday 9th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Overton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BACCB5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver denarius of Nerva (AD96-98) dating to the period c.AD97 (Reece Period 5). Mint of Rome. RIC II, p. 224, no. 14. Obverse: Laurate head right with the legend  IMP NERVA CAES AVG P M TR P COS III P P Reverse: clasped hands and the legend CONCORDIA EXERCITVVM Measurements: diameter: 17.2mm; weight: 3.05g.  Die axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-BAB315
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete possible copper alloy purse bar of late medieval or early post medieval date, c. 1440-1620AD, possibly a Williams Type H or J.  The surviving fragment is one arm of the bar with an integral spherical terminal.  The arm is sub-circular in section and terminates in an expanded globular knop with a collar.  The surface of the object is rough and pitted with only small patches of the original surface surviving. Measurements:  length: 91.5mm; diameter of head: 14.9mm; height of head: 14.9mm; diameter of shank: 5.5mm; weight: 26.07g
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-90A174
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Powys
Workflow stage: Published
Description The ring is a memento mori ring with a flat bezel in the form of a central square, each side having a projecting semi-circular lobe engraved with a leaf, to form a quatrefoil design. The outer surface of the bezel square is engraved with a death’s head (a skull), inlaid with traces of white enamel, surrounded by the inscription: + Memento Mori, in small neat italic script. The shoulders are cast with scrolls in green enamel, with white enamel ‘stems’ below. Much of the inscription and engraved design remains infilled with soil, and it is not clear whether…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 18th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Carreghofa', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-16FEAA
Object type: ARROWHEAD
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Grey banded chert, leaf shaped arrowhead, dating to the Neolithic period (c4000-2500BC). The object has been worked on both sides. Measurements: Length: 31.0mm; width: 17.5mm; thickness: 5.0mm; weight: 2.44g
Created on: Friday 12th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 12th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halkyn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-16F3CF
Object type: FURNITURE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete copper alloy furniture fitting dating to the C18th or C19th (c1700-1850AD). The object is tear-drop shape with a small knop at the base.  It is probably from an item of furniture; a handle or door escutcheon for covering as keyhole. For similar examples on the database see WILT-7D4FBE or HAMP-BBB344. Measurements:  Length: 28.3mm; width: 15.8mm; thickness: 8.2mm; weight: 3.93g
Created on: Friday 12th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 12th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halkyn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-16CF66
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete, possibly a contemporary counterfeit of copper-alloy rose farthing of Charles I (1625-1649), dating 1636-1644AD. Unclear initial mark. Mint of London. Obverse: Crown with two sceptres in saltire through it.  The legend reads CARA DG MAG BRIT Reverse: Crowned harp with the legend FRA ET HIB REX Measurements: Diameter: 15.6mm; weight: 0.33g. Die axis 12
Created on: Friday 12th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halkyn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-ED3252
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete copper alloy double loop oval buckle with moulded decoration on the loops, dating c. 1550-1650AD. There are grooves on the outer edge of each loop.  The strap bar is narrowed and there is moulded detail at either ends of the strap bar.  The buckled is flat and undecorated on the reversed.  There is some wear on the strap bar, but the majority of the buckle has a smooth pale green patina. Measurements: Length: 42.8mm; width: 27.7mm; thickness: 2.6mm; weight: 6.68g
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selattyn and Gobowen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-ED1810
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post-Medieval copper-alloy sword belt hanger buckle, dating to c.1500 – 1630AD. The buckle would have had double rectangular loop, but one is now missing. The integral circular suspension loop projecting from one side, below the strap bar, with an internal diameter of 3.9mm, is damaged. The sides of the frame are angled.  The object is not decorated. For a complete example on the database see WREX-FD345A. Measurements: Length: 44.5mm; width: 17.3mm; thickness: 8.3mm; weight: 3.34g
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selattyn and Gobowen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-ED0511
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy, single loop, D shaped medieval buckle, dating c. 1250-1400AD. There are four lobed knops on the outside edge of the buckle dividing into three transverse grooves.  The bar is offset and narrow. The pin is now missing. The buckle has a light brown patina. Measurements: Length: 16.4; width: 23.3mm; thickness: 2.5mm; weight: 2.20g
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selattyn and Gobowen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D65F95
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper alloy harness fitting or hanging mount (fob or dangler) of late Iron Age or early Roman date (c100 BC - AD 80). Only part of the once circular, openwork decorative mount survives.  The object is likely to have been broadly circular with a three armed or triskele design, only the central part now survives.  At the centre of the design is a circular boss with an indentation, possibly for coloured inlay.  Radiating from this are three arms which curve into a narrow band to form what would have been the frame of the object. The revers…
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halky', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D57630
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver sixpence of William III (1694-1702AD), first bust, dating 1696AD. Obverse: bust of the king, right with the legend GULIELMVS III DEI GRA. Reverse: Four crowned shields arranged in a cross with a central lion. The legend reads MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1696 Measurements: Diameter: 20.0mm; weight: 2.53g; die axis: 6
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Flint', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D3EE6E
Object type: PIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper alloy pin, possibly Roman, dating c. 43-410AD. The head of the pin is circular with shallow moulded grooves dividing the head into four sections. The pin has an integral circular-sectioned shank, which is broken. The pin has a smooth dark brown patina. Similar pins have been recorded on the PAS database (see YORYM-1D5A96) Measurements: Length: 42.4mm; diameter of head: 8.8mm; diameter of pin shaft: 3.7mm; weight: 5.18g
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abergele', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D3DDC5
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy harness pendant, of post medieval or later date (c. 1700-1850AD). The pendant is in the shape of a stylised flower with 10 petals, or lobes, one of which is extended to provide a longer leg for a small circular suspension hole.  At the centre of the pendant is a relief moulded flower with nine petals.  The pendant is flat and undecorated on the back.  The object appears to be black coated Measurements: total length: 36.6mm; diameter of pendant: 26.6mm; thickness: 2.4mm; weight: 7.34g
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abergele', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D31D1E
Object type: INKWELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead or lead-alloy inkwell of probable post medieval date, c1600-1800AD. The inkwell is broadly octagonal in plan.  In profile the inkwell is broadly rectangular in shape with a domed top. At the centre of the dome is a circular hole, with an internal diameter of 8.4mm, for the ink.  The edges of the inkwell are rounded and the base is roughly cast and slightly concave. The inkwell is a mid-grey colour with a good well-developed patina which covers all surfaces. Measurements: Height: 43.8mm; width: 43.3mm; depth: 44.3mm; weight: 325g
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7FC9D8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete Roman copper alloy Colchester derivative Polden Hill brooch (Mackreth 2011, 4l, Oddments No. 2059, Plate 48) dating c120-240AD. In plan the brooch is almost T shape.  The wings are circular in section with a slight raised stop-ridge at either end.  The upper part of the bow is decorated with a two semi-circles cells (to create a circular motif) filled with white enamel.  The rest of the bow is pitted but appears to have traces of moulded decoration.  The pin is incomplete and the catchplate and foot are missing. There is a lot of iron corrosion ad…
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Overton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7F3BE3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a silver coin of Elizabeth I, possibly a groat c1558-1581 AD. Traces of the crowned bust of the queen facing left survive with part of the legend reading ELIZ[…].   On the reverse traces of a squared shield on long cross fourchée survives with the lettering […]OREM[…]. Measurements: length: 15.4mm; width: 10.3mm; thickness: 0.4mm; weight: 0.35g.
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'East Drayton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7F1B0E
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete late medieval or later lead token or gaming piece dating c. 1500-1850 AD.  The circular token is decorated on one side only with a flower motif with 6 petals.  The token has a pale white, powdery, patina. Measurements: diameter: 29.2mm; thickness: 3.3mm; weight: 17.61g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Walesby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7F0AFB
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead button dating to the 17th or early 18th century (c. 1600-1730AD). The discoidal button is solid with a flat front and back. The button has been mould decorated with a 12 spoke wheel with a pellet at the centre. On the reverse there is the remains of an integral loop and clear casting seam. Measurements: diameter: 20.2mm; thickness: 1.6mm; thickness inc. lug: 4.5mm; weight:4.99g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernaffield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7EEB3C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warrington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn and incomplete silver coin, probably an early Roman denarius, dating late-1st to early-3rd century AD.  Possible Flavian type bust on the obverse with an unclear reverse. No legends are visible or legible. Measurements: diameter: 15.5mm; thickness: 1.5mm; weight: 1.0g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Winwick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7EC636
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy Cronebane (Wicklow) copper Conder halfpenny token dated 1789. Obverse has the bust of Bishop Blaze facing right with the legend CRONEBANE HALFPENNY. Reverse has a Shield of arms with a windlass crest and the legend ASSOCIATED IRISH MINE COMPANY 1789. The inscription around the edge of the token is no longer legible. Measurements: diameter: 28.4mm; thickness: 1.5mm; weight: 8.5g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernaffield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7EA81F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver penny of Edward I, class 9b1, with uncertain star and Ns dating to mid 1300.  Mint of Bristol. Obverse has crowned bust facing with the legend reading ED[…..] hYB.   Reverse has long cross pattée, with three pellets in each quarter, dividing the legend […]/[…]/STO/ LI[…]. Measurements:  Diameter: 17.0mm; thickness: 0.8mm; weight: 0.99g; die axis: 5
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Horton-cum-Peel', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7E8CF0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a very worn, and possibly double struck, silver continental coin of uncertain date, but likely to be 17th century.  Traces of a series of fleur de lis visible on one side.  Possibly from France or the Low Countries. Measurements: Diameter: 20.6mm; thickness: 0.3mm; weight: 0.74g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernaffield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7E7908
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete Roman copper alloy Colchester derivative T-shaped brooch dating c75-150AD. The wings are cylindrical in shape and are decorated with a series of simple vertical groove at their terminals. The pin and axis bar, which would have been set within the hollow wings, are missing. The bow is plano-convex in section and comma shaped in profile but is broken at the mid-point. The catchplate and foot are also missing. The brooch has a slightly pitted surface and a pale brown/green patina. Measurements: length: 27.0mm; width: 48.6mm; thickness: 10.6mm; weight: 22.99g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Boughton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7E4237
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Polden Hill brooch, of Roman dating (c80-120AD). Only the head of the brooch and part of the bow, which is broadly D shape in section, survives.  The head is decorated with two parallel moulded groves than run down the centre of the head.  The wings, spring, pin, catchplate and foot are all missing.  The brooch has a dark brown/green patina. Measurements: length: 24.8mm; width: 11.0mm; thickness at bow: 4.6mm; weight: 
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Croxden', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-4340D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver voided short cross penny of Henry II, class 1c, dating c. 1185-1189AD. Mint of London. Obverse has crowned bust facing, sceptre left.  The legend reads [hENR]ICVS . REX  There is  pellet in legend between S and R. Reverse has a voided short cross with four pellets in each quarter.  The legend reads GEFR[EI ON LV]ND Measurements: Diameter; 16.8mm; thickness: 0.5mm; weight: 0.83g
Created on: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-432749
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver voided long cross, cut half penny of Henry III, class 3b dating to 1249 AD. Uncertain mint. Obverse has crowned bust facing, without a sceptre. The legend reads […] REX Reverse has voided long cross with three pellets in each quarter. The legend reads ROG/[…] Measurements: Length:17.9mm; width 9.4mm; weight: 0.8g
Created on: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-4240BF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Published
A silver continental Iron Age denarius of Konterbia Karbika (Cuenca, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain), dating to the period c.150-115 BC. Mint of Konterbia Karbika. Obv.: A male head with beaded necklace right, hair in three levels, the legend (Iberian for 'karbika') behind head Rev.: A Horseman with spear, right, the legend (Iberian for 'konterbia') below line Cf. Moneda Iberica (MIB) 135/01c; See the Moneda Iberica online catalogue here:  https://monedaiberica.org/v3/mint/144?lang=lg-eng with the closest parallel being Type 135/01c: htt…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-422814
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver denarius of Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161), dating to the period AD 143-144 (Reece period 7). IMPERATOR II reverse type depicting Victory standing left holding wreath and palm. Mint of Rome. RIC III, p. 39, no. 111b Obv.: ANTONI[NVS AVG PIVS P P] TR P COS III, Laureate head right Rev.: IMPER-ATOR II, Victory standing left holding wreath and palm Measurements: Diameter: 16.7; thickness: 2.3mm; weight: 2.67g; die axis 6
Created on: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-4400D6
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy key handle of Roman date, c. 150-410AD. The handle would have been trilobed, in the form of a fleur-de-lys and openwork, with teardrop-shaped openings, which taper into the base. Only the central lobe survives. The base of the handle comprises a rectangular transverse collar decorated with moulded ridges. This base contains a socket which would have held an iron shank but is now missing.  The object has a pale green patina. Measurements: Length: 51.1mm; width:26.4mm; thickness: 7.9mm; weight: 27.08g A published parallel for this for…
Created on: Saturday 9th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Northop', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-39605C
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a ceramic handle, the consensus from a post on the Medieval and Later Pottery Research Group Facebook group, is that this is likely to be Ham Green dating c1300-1500AD. The fragment has a white body with a largely reduced greyish core.  The fabric has a lot of sandy inclusions which are clearly visible with the naked eye.   There is a distinct ridge down the centre of the fragment with combed decoration on either side.  The exterior surfaces of the fragment have a thick, dark green glaze. Measurements: Length: 30.8mm; width: 28.3mm; thickness: 5.4mm; w…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rhuddlan', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-389D57
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead alloy button dating from c1550-1650AD. The button is discoidal with a slightly convex front and a flat back.  It is decorated with a 6-petal flower motif with a pellet on each petal and a pellet at the centre.  The is a mould line clearly visible on the reverse which has a squared shank with a central circular hoop which has been squashed.  The button has a dark  grey patina. Measurements: diameter: 16.4mm; thickness (exc loop): 2.1mm; thickness (inc loop): 5.9mm; weight: 4.51g
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rhuddlan', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-37083E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two copper alloy fragments, almost certainly part of the same object, of uncertain date and function, although stylistically possibly early medieval in date (c. 500-1100AD). The fragments appear to be from the same object, although they do not join.  They comprise a narrow sub-circular bar terminating in a zoomorphic head, possibly a lion or mythological beast.  The mouth of the animal forms a loop (broken in one example) that may have formed a suspension loop. Details on the heads have been picked out in incised grooves. The object bears similarities to modern Makara b…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dyserth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-36F533
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete medieval copper alloy swivelling strap fitting, possibly from a dog leash, dating c.1100-1200AD. The loop of the object has two stylised animal-head mouldings either side of a narrowed bar, with an integral shank.  This shank projects through a separate domed element that swivels.  The domed element has 7 sub-triangular projections the tips of which are rounded and slightly up-turned.  The upper edge of the dome is covered with a series of grooves. These swivel objects are discussed by John Cherry in the context of a much more elaborate example exc…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dyserth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-36E6FC
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy object of uncertain date and function, although stylistically it is possibly early medieval in date (c. 500-1100 AD). The object is broadly shield shape in plan with a broken edges at the bottom and in the central part of the top edge (as photographed).  It is decorated on one side only with an elaborate frieze of incised lines and chevrons above a central panel of incised diamonds, triangles, ovals and, ring and dot motifs, with possible niello dots or pellets.  The reverse of the object is undecorated.  The object has patches of corrosion and damage, but …
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dyserth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-36D353
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small copper alloy ring, possibly a finger ring, most likely of post medieval date c.1700-1850AD. The ring is formed with a rectangular strip of metal.  The bezel is formed from a separate piece of metal in the form of a belt and has been riveted or soldered onto the main hoop.  The bezel comprises a line of three square panels, each with a single pellet in each corner.  These square panels are flanked by a triangular panel with a pellet in each angle. The object is worn and pitted with only slight traces of the original surface. Measurements: Diameter: 16.7mm; widt…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dyserth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-33C850
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy one-piece open-work button with integral drilled shank, dating from the late 15th to early 16th century (c. 1480-1580 AD). The button is bi-convex and hollow.  The body is made up of a six-spoked wheel with a central boss with tear-drop shaped openwork.  The back is similar but with a and integral shank that is rectangular in section, with a drilled circular hole (internal diameter: 3.2m). For a published parallel see Read (2010) pg 35 No. 110. Measurements: diameter: 11.3mm; length: 17.8mm; weight: 1.79g Reference: Read, Brian (2010) Metal Butto…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Merton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-3179A5
Object type: AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper alloy axe, probably a palstave, of bronze age date c1400-950BC.  Only the cutting blade end survives, therefore its original form is uncertain and the possibility that it is a flat axehead or a short flanged axehead cannot entirely be ruled out. The upturned tips of the blade are reminiscent of Arreton/Bandon flagged axes of EBA III to MBA I (Peter Revill pers comm).  The fragment is broadly sub rectangular in plan with a wide, crescent shaped blade.  The cutting edge appears to be bevelled over two phases, suggesting that it has been sharpened.&…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-F5E63C
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy pendant or medallion of Post-Medieval date. It is similar in the form of a 'Saint George and Dragon' stock jetton struck in the Kremnitz mint by the Roth family between c.1650-1800 AD (See Mitchiner, 1988: nos. 2324-2325). However the legend differs slightly. Obverse has St. George armoured and on horseback right spearing a dragon.  The legend reads […]S PAT[…]S Reverse has Christ and fishermen on a boat sailing right in rough seas and tempest. The legend reads […]MPEST[… Mitchiner notes that a wide variety …
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cyffylliog', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-F580A7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy hanging weight dating from the Roman to Post Medieval period (43-1800 AD). In section the weight is broadly trapezoidal and is rectangular in plan. A hole has been punched through the apex to facilitate suspension. The sides of the object suggest that the lead has been folded into this shape rather than cast.  It has a powdery white patina. Measurements: Height: 29.1mm; width: 20.3mm; thickness: 13.4mm; weight: 42.79g.
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llansanffraid Glan Conwy', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-CDD85E
Object type: ARM BAND
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Introduction In about 1990 (‘about 29 years ago’ according to the signed Treasure Receipt Form dated 2.6.2019) Mr Russel Bates of Flint found a fragmentary silver arm-ring in a field near Oakenholt, Flintshire. The object was first reported to Susie White at Wrexham Museum on 20 June 2019 once the finder realised its possible significance, and subsequently deposited with Adam Gwilt of the Department of History & Archaeology, Amgueddfa Cymru, and then transferred to Mark Redknap for analysis and a report. The date of discovery predates the Treasure Act 1996, but the find…
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-68A6E6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Pierced and worn silver Scottish 20 pence of Charles I (1625-1649AD); third coinage dating 1637-1642AD. Obverse has the crowned bust to the edge of the coin, facing left, with XX behind.  The legend read CAR D G SCOT A[...] FRA ET HIB. Reverse has the crowned thistle with the legend reading [...]T. THRONV[…]. Measurements: Diameter: 15.6mm; weight: 0.49g. Die Axis: ?7
Created on: Thursday 16th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Betws Yn Rhos', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-688F9E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603AD) second issue with a long cross initial mark dating 1580AD (North No.1997). Obverse has the crowned bust of the queen facing left with a rose behind.  The legend reads ELIZABETH D G ANG’ FR’ ET HI’ REGINA. Reverse has squared shield, with the date 1580 above, on long cross fourchée dividing the legend.  The legend reads POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV. Measurements: Diameter: 25.6mm; weight: 2.92g. Die Axis: 10
Created on: Thursday 16th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Betws Yn Rhos', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-62AF22
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Ceredigion
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a circular lead alloy (pewter) object, possibly a uniface token or large button of possible post-medieval date (c. 1650-1800AD).  The object is decorated in relief in a wheel motif, with a pellet at the centre and what may have been 18 spokes when complete. There are then 3 concentric circles which, combined with the spokes, creates a number of sub-rectangular cells.  In the centre of each is a pellet.  Around the outer edge of the object is rouletted border.  The reverse of the object is plan and undecorated.  Measurements: Diameter: 55mm; weight…
Created on: Thursday 16th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-CFEC1D
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy palstave from the Middle Bronze Age dating c. 1400-1150BC. The object is broken around the raised stop ridge, just before the narrow blade, which flares out slightly.  The cutting edge of the blade is missing.  Just below the stop ridge is traces of shield shaped decoration. Ed Caswell notes that this could be either secondary or transitional phase (1400-1150 BC) since the blade is quite narrow, but it is difficult to be certain without the haft. Measurements:  Length: 85.1mm; width: 35.2mm; thickness: 23.4mm; weight: 206g
Created on: Thursday 9th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hordley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FC4ABE
Object type: INKWELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead or lead-alloy inkwell of probable post medieval date, c1600-1800AD. The inkwell is broadly sub-rectangular in plan.  In profile the inkwell is broadly trapezoid in shape with a dome, slightly inset from the edges, on the top. At the centre of the dome is a large circular hole, for the ink.  Around the base of the dome are four further smaller holes, presumably for holding quills. Each of the four sides is decorated with two vertical grooves which border a vertical concave recess. The edges of the inkwell are rounded and the base is relatively flat. The inkwell is a mid-g…
Created on: Monday 30th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FC03D3
Object type: SPEARHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two joining fragments of an incomplete middle bronze age spearhead dating c. 1500-1000 BC.  The spearhead  is sub-triangular in shape and tapers to a pointed tip; the base is broken.  There is a strong and solid lozenge shaped midrib, suggesting it came from either a a side looped or basal looped form. There is some chipping of the tip and edges, but the majority of the object’s surface is smooth with a dark brown patina. Measurements: Length: 59.6mm; width: 15.3mm; thickness: 8.5mm; weight: 15.85g.
Created on: Monday 30th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Maelor', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-D1BA43
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete and worn Roman copper alloy plate Brooch (c.75-300AD). Measurements:  max diameter 35.6mm; Thickness without lugs 1.8mm; thickness including lug 6.6mm; weight 11.00g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-D17C38
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Swindon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy handle fragment from a Medieval vessel, probably a posnet or skillet, with relief moulded decoration, dating from AD 1100 - 1800. MeasurementS: length 42.2mm; width 20.4mm; thickness 8.1mm; weight 35.68g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-D15664
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small lead alloy weight with circular suspension loop, probably post medieval in date (c. 1550-1800AD). Measurements: Diameter: 16.5mm; Total height: 22.3mm; loop diameter: 10.1mm; loop thickness: 2.8mm; weight: 12.22g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 14th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-CDE4FA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver denarius of Antoninus Pius dating 140-143AD (Reece Period 7), mint of Rome. Obverse: Laureate head right. Legend ANTONINVS AVG PIVS P P COS III Reverse: Emperor standing right, foot on globe, holding spear and parazonium. RIC III, pg. 38. No. 105c(c) Measurements: diameter 18.5mm; weight 2.55g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Saturday 28th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-CDA317
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but worn nummus of Helena dating 337-341AD (Reece Period 17). Obverse: Bust right. Legend illegible. Reverse: Pax standing left holding branch and transverse sceptre.  [PAX PVBLICA]. Measurements: diameter 13.9mm; weight 0.67g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Saturday 28th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-CD7034
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but worn copper alloy Roman coin, possibly a sesterius or dupondius dating c. 42-250AD.   Measurements: diameter 27.2mm; weight 8.36g
Created on: Saturday 28th October 2023
Last updated: Saturday 28th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-C1A12F
Object type: NAIL CLEANER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper alloy late Roman zoomorphic type nail-cleaner strap-end dating c. 250-410AD.  The nail cleaner has a piriform blade with rounded shoulders and a V shaped groove on the front terminating in a bifed tip. The object has two stylised animal heads just above the curved shoulders. The object is elaborately decorated with a series of punched rings and dots, incised lines and hatched areas and most closely resembles the example from Tortworth as illustrated by Eckardt and Crummy (2006 Fig. 1 No. 1138).  The reverse is plain. The top of the object narrows and is att…
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Monxton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF5E7E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
English commonwealth/protectorate half groat - dating from 1649-60. Obverse has the shield of St George within a wreath formed with a palm and laurel branch. The reverse has conjoined shields of St George and Ireland, with the value II above flanked by two pellets (one each side of the I I). There are no legends. Measurements: diameter: 16.9mm; thickness: 0.5mm; weight: 0.91g; die axis: 7
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Friday 27th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF46A3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete and worn silver penny of Edward II (class 11b2 or 11b3) dating 1312-1314AD.   Obverse has the crowned bust of the king facing, legend is illegible.  The reverse has long cross pattée, with 3 pellets in each quarter, dividing the legend. Durham mint (Bishop Kellawe). Measurements: diameter: 16.7mm; thickness: 0.9mm; weight: 0.74g; die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF3BC1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Postumus (AD 260-269), dating to the period c.AD 260-269 (Reece period 13). Obverse has Radiate, draped, and cuirassed bust facing right with legend […] P F AVG.  Reverse depicts Nemesis standing facing, head right, right hand raised to head, holding long vertical palm in left. Legend [IMP X] COS V. Principal Gallic mint (Trier). Cf. Cunetio no. 2463. Measurements: diameter: 20.3mm thickness: 1.3mm; weight: 2.22g; die axis:6
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Monxton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF339E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of unclear type, possibly Antonine, dating to the period c.AD 41-260. Obverse: […]. Unclear bust right. Reverse type is illegible. Unclear mint. Measurements: Diameter: 30.9mm; thickness: 3.5mm; weight: 14.45g; die axis: ?
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF2AF6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman probable as of Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161), dating to the period c.AD 154-155 (Reece period 7). Obverse: […], Laureate bust right. Reverse: [BRITANNIA COS IIII, S C], probably depicting Britannia seated left on a rock. Mint of Rome. Cf. RIC III, p. 142, no. 934. This is possibly a Coin of British Association as listed by D. Walker in his study of the Sacred Spring at Bath, cf. Walker, 1988: pp. 294, 297-8, nos. 73-122, 136-288, pls. XXXV-V. Measurements:  Diameter: 23.5mm; thickness: 3.4mm; weight: 7.37g; die axis: 12
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BF1BEA
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Post Medieval mount depicting a cherub’s face, c. 1650-1800AD. The mount consists primarily of a cherub’s face, with neo-classical features, curly hair and rounded cheeks. There are two mirrored 'S' shaped frames that emerge from either sides of the cherub’s face and pass down beneath the face. There are three openwork voids, one either side between the S frame and the face and the third below the chin. Either side of the third void there appears to be the remains of two rivets. The reverse of the object is hollow.  The mound has a…
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BCD30E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible lead weight of Post medieval to Modern date, 1500 – 1900AD. The object is a thick block of lead which is flat on the underside, apart from a central hollow, and uneven and slightly domed on the upper face.  There two circular holes through the main body of the weight, one near each end. The object has a powdery off-white patina. Measurements:  Length: 47.2mm; width: 13.1mm; thickness: 6.4mm; weight: 24.57g For a similar object see SWYOR-C9388D on the database.
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-BCB8B5
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy disc, possibly from a disc headed pin dating from the Early Medieval period, c. 700-800AD. The disc is decorated with incuse scrolls which has been gilded.  There are traces of gilding surviving in the grooves of the decoration.  The reverse is plain and undecorated. There are two circular holes surviving which may have been the result of the disc being riveted to a plate with a pin. There are a number of similar objects recorded on the database.  See SWYOR-3DEE70, NLM-028751 and SUR-CFE0C7. Measurements: Di…
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-00BD6E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: GREEK AND ROMAN PROVINCIAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but very worn copper alloy coin of Mithradates VI c85BC-65B, minted at Amastris in Paphlagonia (Turkey). Obverse has Aegis (shield) with the head of a gorgon at the centre.  Reverse has Nike advancing right, carrying a palm branch in both hands over her shoulder. The legend reads […] ΤΡ […] Measurements: Diameter: 20.5mm; thickness: 2.1mm; weight: 5.99g Acknowledgement: Thanks to Amelia Dowler and Andrew Brown for their identification and comments on this find.
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WREX-FDFE1D
Object type: CLAY PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete Broseley Type 2a heel bowl of c1660-1680AD with a fully milled rim and a stem bore of 7/64”. The fabric has some gritty inclusions, indicative of the use of a local Coal Measures clay.  The surface is now rather abraded but does not appear to have been burnished originally.  There is a circular maker’s stamp on the heel containing the initials IS without any other embellishment. The mark has been recorded for the National Clay Tobacco Pipe Stamp Catalogue, a copy of which is held at the National Pipe Archive (http://www.pipearchive.co.uk/). Measuremen…
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 13th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees Heath', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FDD04B
Object type: CLAY PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete clay tobacco pipe with a heart shaped heel dating c1660-1690AD. This pipe is of a Broseley area style with a stem bore of 8/64”.  It is made of an off-white fabric, but without any obvious inclusions, and it is rather soft fired, so that the surface has become abraded, and it is not certain whether it was originally burnished or not.  The small heart-shaped mark is also very abraded but contains the initials TC with dots below. The mark has been recorded for the National Clay Tobacco Pipe Stamp Catalogue, a copy of which is held at the National Pipe Archive …
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 13th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FDAFA2
Object type: CLAY PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete clay tobacco pipe with a large round heel dating c1680-1710AD. This style clearly derives from Broseley area models but is more typical of the pipes made further north in the county.  The pipe is made of a local fabric with gritty inclusions and has a stem bore of 8/64”.  The rim has been fully milled and the bowl (but not the stem) finished with an average quality burnish.  On the heel is a rectangular stamp containing the initials TS. The mark has been recorded for the National Clay Tobacco Pipe Stamp Catalogue, a copy of which is held at the National…
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 13th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FD345A
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Ceredigion
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Post-Medieval copper-alloy sword belt hanger buckle, dating to c.1500 – 1630AD. The buckle is a double loop rectangle with an integral circular suspension loop projecting from one side, below the strap bar, with an internal diameter of 5.5mm. The sides of the frame are angled.  The object is not decorated. Measurements: Length: 49.5mm; width: 28.8mm; thickness of frame: 3.4mm; weight: 9.55g
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ysgubor-y-Coed', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FD2584
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Ceredigion
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a post-medieval lead button c. 1600-1700AD.  The button is decorated with raised pellet at the centre, surrounded by three pairs of arches, all with a double plan border.  The reverse is plain and undecorated.  There is a clear castling line visible with the stub of a suspension loop which is now missing.  The button has a white powdery patina. Measurements: Length: 16.5mm; width: 13.4mm; thickness (exc loop): 1.2mm; thickness (inc loop):4.3mm; weight: 2.07g
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ysgubor-y-Coed', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FD147D
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Ceredigion
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a possible copper alloy Roman pin dating 43-410AD. The pin has a sub-spherical head, which is slightly flattened on the top.  The shaft, which is incomplete, is circular in section.  The surface of pin is rough and abraded Measurements: Length: 43.3mm; diameter of shaft: 3.3mm; diameter of head: 11.3mm; weight: 6.77g
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llangynfelyn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FD0292
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gwynedd
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete and abraded copper alloy strap end of probably medieval date (c. 1300-1400).  The object is tongue shaped which is rounded at one end and with the remains of two possible rivet holes at the other.  On the outer face at the rivet end of the object, there are four sub-rectangular patches that appear to be the remains of the original surface.  On the reverse there is a slight indentation at the rivet end of the object, which may have taken the original strap.  The surface of the object is rough with a powdery green patina. Measurements: Length: 49.5mm; wid…
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pennal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FCE3A9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Ceredigion
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete copper alloy coin, a Roman As or Dupondius, possibly of Hadrian (117-138AD).  On the obverse is the traces of a possible male, bare-headed bust facing right. The reverse is unclear.  There does not appear to be any surviving legends. Measurements: Diameter: 24.7mm; thickness: 2.8mm; weight: 6.19g Die axis: unclear
Created on: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'LLangynfelyn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-864508
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy swivelling fob seal with a rotating double sided seal matrix of Post-Medieval date, c. 1700-1800AD. Only part of the decorative frame survives.  This is flat and would have extended into an openwork handle. Traces of the scrollwork decoration can still be seen.  The arch of the frame extends around an oval seal matrix.  A rod passes through the centre of the seal matrix to swivel so that both faces could be used. The matrix itself is oval in plan, rectangular in section and double-sided. Both the front and rear faces of the seal matrix are de…
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Eccleston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-808F5C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Worn silver threepence of Elizabeth I, 3rd or 4th issue. dating either 1569 or 1579AD. The obverse is worn and neither the bust nor the legend is legible. The reverse has a squared shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend POSVI DEV ADIVTOR[…].  The date above the shield is also worn but appears to end with a 9. Measurements: Diameter: 18.9mm; weight: 0.85g Die axis uncertain.
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernymynydd', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-807F2A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body that is decorated on both faces – on one side with a series of raised lines, which form triangular shapes, and on the other with raised parallel lines radiating out from the central perforation. The perforation has an internal diameter of 11.0mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white/grey patina. Measurements: Diameter: 28.0mm; thickness: 10.0mm; weight: 29.58g
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernymynydd', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-801DA3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete milled silver crown of Charles II dating 1680AD.  The obverse has the laureate and draped bust of the king facing right with the legend CAROLVS II DEI GRATIA.  The reverse has a crowned cruciform shields with interlinked CC in the angles and the garter star at the centre with the legend MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 1680.  Around the edge of the coin is a relief inscriptions reading DECVS ET TVTAMEN ANNO REGNI TRICESTMO SECVNDO. Measurements: Diameter: 38.7mm; thickness: 2.3mm; weight: 29.77g Die Axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 16th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cilcain', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7FAF23
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Gwynedd
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy harness fitting or hanging mount (fob or dangler) of late Iron Age or early Roman date (c100 BC - AD 80). It is a circular decorative mount with a three armed or triskele design. The object is openwork and is likely to have had a circular frame (most of this is now missing), what survives is slightly distorted.  Equally spaced around this frame are three circular bosses.  These are joined by an S shaped scroll to the centre of the object, which also has a circular boss.  The reverse is broadly flat and undecorated.  There is no obv…
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llandderfel', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7E9547
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two early post-medieval copper-alloy strap fittings from a sword belt hanger, dating to the period 1500 to 1700AD. Item no. 1 comprises a copper alloy plate that is sub triangular in shape with a trifoliate terminal and decorated with scrolls and foliate motifs. There is a forward-facing hook, the end of which is broken. There are two rivet holes, both of which retain the iron rivets. Originally this object would have been one of three similar plates, which would have hung from a mount with three suspension loops . See Read 2008, 220 No. 793 for a reconstructed example. Item no. 2 a…
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aberwheeler', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7CAE08
Object type: CHAPE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy post medieval dagger chape, c. 1500-1700AD, with possible traces of gilding. The chape would originally have been conical in shape but has become flattened and bent from deposition.  It is made from a sheet of copper alloy and does not appear to have any traces of decoration. At the tip of the chape there is a raised band and a small globe.  There are small patches of gilding surviving.   Measurements: Length 63.6mm; Width of cylindrical portion: 13.8mm tapering to 6.1mm; width of flattened portion 23.0mm; thickness: 0.9mm; weight: 7.0g …
Created on: Thursday 12th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 12th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Flint', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-560E17
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete silver penny of Edward I (CLASS 3g1) dating 1280-1282AD. Lincoln mint. Obverse has the crowned bust of the king facing with the legend EDWR ANGL […] hyB. Reverse has long cross pattée, with 3 pellets in each quarter, dividing the legend which reads CIVI / TAS / LIN / CO[L].  The coin has been cleaned by the finder. Measurements: Diameter: 19.0mm; weight: 1.10g Die axis: 4
Created on: Thursday 28th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 2nd October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cefnmeiriadog', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-560457
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Henry V (class G, local die) dating c. 1420-1422AD. York mint. Obverse has the crowned bust of the king facing with the legend  h[ENRICVS REX ANGL]IE.  Mullet to the left and trefoil to the right of the crown. Reverse has long cross pattée, with a quatrefoil and pellet at the centre. In each quarter there are 3 pellets.  In the first quarter there is also an annulet. The cross divides the legend which reads CIVI / T[AS / E]BO / RACI. Measurements: Diameter: 16.4mm; weight: 0.92g Die axis: 7
Created on: Thursday 28th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 2nd October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Betws yn Rhos', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-55F3AE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Conwy
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver denarius of Hadrian, c.AD 117-123 (Reece period 6): Obv.: […]RAIAN HADRIANV(S) […], Laureate bust right Rev.: […] COS III, Unclear standing female figure left, possibly Salus or similar. Mint of Rome. Measurements: Diameter: 18.1mm; weight: 2.57g Die axis: 6
Created on: Thursday 28th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 2nd October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Betws yn Rhos', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-6F785E
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Welsh Treasure: T19.43 Incomplete, pierced and heavily clipped Irish penny of Edward IV, Light ‘Cross and Pellets’ Coinage, minted in Drogheda or Trim in 1473-c.1478. Obverse: Illegible; crowned bust facing. Reverse: VILL/[…]; long cross dividing the legend, quatrefoil or rose at centre. Die axis: 2 o’clock. Diameter: 13.6 mm. Weight: 0.24 g. Incomplete, clipped penny of Edward IV, Light Coinage, minted in York in 1464/5-1483. Obverse: [E]DWARD[…]; crowned bust facing. Reverse: [CIVI/TAS / EBO]/RACI; long cross dividing the legend, quatrefoil at cent…
Created on: Tuesday 5th September 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llanynys', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-23FA39
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete but worn silver half groat of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating c1583-1603AD.  Obverse has the crowned bust left with two pellets behind.  The legend reads [E D G R]OSA SINE SPINA. The reverse has a square shield on long cross fourchée, dividing the legend CIV[I] TAS [L]ONDON.  The initial mark is unclear but may be a tun for 1591/2-94. Measurements: Diameter; 16.2mm; thickness: 0.7mm; weight: 0.99g Die Axis: 1
Created on: Friday 1st September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 11th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-23BAAA
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete circular lead alloy uniface token of Powel Type 28 dating to the post-medieval period (c. 1550-1800AD).  The token has a relief moulded border made up of inter-linked ovals.  At the centre is a incuse number 10.  The reverse is plain. Measurements: Diameter: 31.5mm; thickness: 2.7mm; weight: 15.6g
Created on: Friday 1st September 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-232CA2
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval gilt copper-alloy openwork harness pendant frame for two-piece harness pendant (c. 1200-1400AD). The pendant comprises a quatrefoil outer frame formed by four arches with a knop between each arch. The top arch of the frame has an elongated rectangular neck, with the suspension spindle from which the central decorative pendant hangs. The top of this neck has an integrally suspension loop set at right angles to the plane of the frame, with a circular pierced hole. The suspended central element appears to be the form of a bird and has a projecting circular rivet at the cen…
Created on: Friday 1st September 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gresford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-22B0B1
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Late Medieval copper alloy ewer spout, probably of 15th century date (c. 1400-1500AD). The zoomorphic spout is in the form of a dog's head with the spout protruding from the open mouth. The dog is portrayed with upright ears, protruding above the brow and are concave across their widths. The eyes are formed with incised lines. The neck, which is curved, would have been attached to a vessel. The spout has a dark green to brown coloured patina. There are a number of parallels recorded on the database; WMID-4188A6, GLO-F75E24 and NMGW-5A5215. A similar spout is illustrated in the Fin…
Created on: Friday 1st September 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gresford', grid reference and parish protected.