Record ID: SWYOR-0D82C1
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Rotherham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron cannon ball dating from the Post Medieval period. At 61.55mm diameter (2.4 inches) and weighing 951g (2lb, 1.5oz), it corresponds with the standard size of a Falcon cannon ball. The spherical iron ball has been coated with a preservative.
Created on: Monday 14th May 2012
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2019
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Record ID: SWYOR-5860B0
Object type: CALTROP
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Probably a Medieval or Post Medieval caltrop made from iron. The object consists of six rectangular sectioned spikes which are arranged so that it appears cross shaped when viewed from any angle. Three of the spikes are complete. A caltrop usually has four spikes but this appears to have the same function. Compare LEIC-6F1C31 and DENO-198F30.
Created on: Friday 30th March 2012
Last updated: Friday 30th March 2012
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Record ID: SWYOR-BBD833
Object type: KNIFE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible iron knife blade of unknown date. The object is sub triangular in plan and flat in section; it is very corroded and its exact shape and features are now obscured. One side of the blade is thicker than the other indicating it is a single sided knife blade rather than a doubled edged dagger. Length: 117.7mm; Width: 23.4mm; Thickness: 2.5mm; Weight: 19.47g
Created on: Monday 27th February 2012
Last updated: Sunday 24th May 2020
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Record ID: SWYOR-216883
Object type: HORSESHOE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Part of a wrought iron horseshoe, probably of medieval or post medieval date, AD1200-1700. The shoe is highly corroded and no evidence of nail holes can be seen. There does not appear to be a calkin (suggsting a later Medieval date onwards) nor evidence of clips or fullering (Post Medieval innovations). The sides of the shoe do not bulge round the holes, and the web is 30mm wide, making the shoe most similar to Museum of London types 3 or 4. These are more commonly found from 1200 onwards. There seems to be wear or damage to the toe. With only half the shoe surviving, the overall shap…
Created on: Monday 20th February 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 19th May 2020
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