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Record ID: LIN-9E686B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval silver goat of Mary (1553-1554). The coin is almost entirely worn.
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Welbourn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-9C6765
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete copper alloy Crotal bell of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1750). The object is composed of two hemispheres which are divided by a raised circumferential rib. There are two circular sound holes in the upper hemisphere. The loop projects from the top of the upper hemisphere. The lower hemisphere has two sound holes joined by a narrow slot. Surrounding this is a band of moulded pointed oval panels in a sunburst or flowerhead pattern. The object has a dark greenish patina and there is no makers mark. 
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Welbourn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-9C4B09
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper alloy double oval buckle, circa 1500-1720. The frame is formed of two oval loops with an integral central bar. The pin is missing.
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Welbourn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-87F5CB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval silver penny of Henry VIII minted at Durham. The obverse depicts the King enthroned, holding a sceptre. Above the shield on the reverse are the letters TD for Bishop Thomas Ruthall. Initial mark a lis. First coinage, struck 1509-26. North no. 1776. The coin appears to have been pierced at the base of the throne (which equates to the right of the shield on the reverse).
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-87B902
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Scottish silver twenty pence of Charles I. Third coinage, struck AD1637-42. Spink number 5588. 
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-87493B
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper alloy sheet metal mount or fitting, probably from furniture. The mount is asymmetrical and consists of a large, flat, fleur or leaf, with a slender leaf projecting below to either side. The tip of one of the leaves is missing, but all three have a circular rivet hole. The surface is decorated with incised ring and dot motifs as well as incised curved lines which emphasise the vegetal nature of the decoration.
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-873702
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy book fitting. The object is made of a rectangular sheet of copper alloy which has a small tab at one end which curves rearward. The surface of the fitting is decorated with geometric and pellet decoration, probably punched or pressed. At the tab-end is a vertical row of pellets. Beyond that is a row of four lozenges, each with a pellet in the centre, and bounded at both ends with a small border of pellets. Another row of pellets is situated to the right of this. Three triangular cells project towards the break, each of which contains a pellet.&nbs…
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-87012A
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy strap mount dating to the 17th century. The mount is in the form of an elongated acorn with a small knop at the apex. The mount is slightly plano-convex and has a pair of inward pointing integrally cast shanks on the reverse. A small piece of leather survives between the shanks.
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-86F234
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval double looped buckle dating to the late 16th or 17th century: The frame is formed of two oval loops with a small moulding at each lip. An integrally cast central bar runs across the middle and extends slightly beyond the frame at both side. Attached to the central bar is an attachment plate formed of a rectangular sheet of copper alloy which has been folded over. Two rivet holes are located at the attachment end. At the opposite end the sheet is cut away to form a pair of arms. The pin is missing  Traces of gilding survive on the frame and plate…
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Bourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-7270C8
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete base sherd from a Cisterian ware drinking vessel dating to the 16th or early 17th century. The vessel is made from a hard, dark purple/brown fabric with pitted thick purple glaze on the exterior and interior. The basal edge is slightly proud of the main vessel wall. The vessel wall has deep turning grooves. The breaks are abraded. Linear marks are seen on the base where the vessel was cut from the wheelhead. Cisterian ware was made in a number of centres in the East Midlands, Yorkshire and the North West and was usually produced alongside coarser purple-glazed …
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-7192B2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper alloy Rose farthing of Charles I. Type 2 with single arched crown and two sceptres in saltire through it. North no. 2291.
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-71526E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval silver half groat of Henry VIII. Probably third coinage (debased), struck AD1544-47. Uncertain mint.
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-60B4B7
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Nine complete lead shot dating from AD 1600 - 1800. The group is of variable in size and mass. They were found spread across the field and may not form a contemporary group. Two have surfaces that are very pitted and scratched (diameters 14 and 12mm). The others are smooth (diameters 13mm, 12mm, 10mm, 10mm, 10mm, 10mm, and 5mm. One of the shot (10mm in diameter) has a piece of untrimmed casting sprue. The smallest shot (5mm) has untrimmed casting sprue and bar.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-5FE9B7
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper alloy sword belt fitting dating to the 16th or 17th century. The fitting consists of an elongated hanger and a squat sub-triangular pendant. The hanger is made of one elongated piece of copper alloy, plano-convex in section, and folded over. The face of the hanger is decorated with a moulded zoomorphic decoration consisting of a large semi-circular plume at the top. The terminal of the tail is at the top and takes the form of a semi-circular, ribbed plume. A narrow collar is located next to this which then leads into a large sub-rectangular body.…
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-5C70BD
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete Post Medieval copper alloy book clasp, probably dating to c. AD 1500-1700. The object is made of rectangular plate which is mostly straight sided barring a flared attachment end, and a blunt, rearward facing hook. The flared edge is undulating, created through three triangular cut outs. Two circular copper alloy rivets sit at the centre of the flared end. A stamped or moulded decoration is located in the centre of the plate. This decoration consists of a central recessed circular cell with two concentric rings around it. The hook, narrow …
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-5C11B0
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval copper alloy dress hook. The dress hook has a circular openwork body with mouldings depicting a rose. A rectangular loop is located at the top. A hook extends from the base.  As Read (2008) Class E, Type 3, page 103, number 395.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-5ACC8E
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper alloy mount dating to c AD 1550 - 1650. The mount has a moulded flower head (possibly a closed tulip) at the head, with a stem below and a flanking leaf to either side. The surface is gilded. The mount is plano-convex in section. Two incomplete integral hooks project from the reverse. cf Read 2021 p39 and 41 no 263 for similar.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-061717
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A base from a post-medieval Cistertian ware vessel (c. 1500-1650). The base is flat, circular, and has a dark grey, reduced fabric with frequent calcareous inclusions. A thick, dark brown/black glaze is visible on the basal edge and also on the interior. Sitting on top of the glaze on the interior is a large, irregular layer of what appears to be molten lead. WIthin this is an oval pellet of lead. The break of the vessel wall is smooth and appears burnt in places. It is possible that this vessel was used to melt lead.
Created on: Thursday 31st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 31st August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LIN-A3D936
Object type: CHAPE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval chape from a scabbard. The chape is made of sheet copper alloy and is folded into a pointed oval which overlaps on the back. Two rivet holes are located on the back below the opening. On the front there is a perimeter of two incised transverse lines. 
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 29th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sleaford', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LIN-A3849A
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper alloy leg from a cooking vessel or tripod. The foot is rectangular in plan and sub-triangular in section, having a pronounced central rib. The foot curves to form a flat rectangular base. The fragment has a deep red-brown patina and has patches of soot. Similar legs are known on copper alloy cooking vessels of late medieval and post-medieval date.
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 31st August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sleaford', grid reference and parish protected.