Record ID: YORYM-2881C4
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An extremely worn copper alloy jetton of post-medieval date. The jetton is circular in plan though much of the original edge has been lost to corrosion and no detail can be made out with any certainty on either surface.
Created on: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Everingham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-2667C5
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy strap slide of post-medieval date. The slide is sub-rectangular with reniform terminals with two integrally cast attachment spikes projecting from the reverse. The slide is undecorated. The metal has a mid reddish-green patina and is worn. The strap slide is 27.9mm long, 11.4mm wide, 11.8mm thick (with spikes) and weighs 4.1g.
Created on: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-261AE8
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy strap fitting of probable post-medieval date. The fitting is sub-triangular in plan with a rectangular upper body which tapers from narrow shoulders into a rounded triangular lower body. The upper surface is decorated with incised decoration consisting of an area of cross hatching though much of the decoration is indiscernible. From the reverse of the fitting the remains of a worn rectangular projection are present. The metal is a mid greenish-red colour and is worn. The fitting is 40mm long, 10.7mm wide, 3.6mm thick and weighs 5.6g.
Created on: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-259341
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy buckle of late post-medieval to modern date. The buckle is comprised of three circular elements each with ring and dot decoration and a fourth semi-circular element which separates two of the circular elements from the third. The semi-circular panel is decorated with an incised foliate design and is slightly thicker than the other elements to house the iron strap bar. The reverse is undecorated. The metal has a dark blackish-green patina and survives in good condition. The buckle is 39.6mm long, 7.9mm wide, 3.8mm thick and weighs 4.2g.
Created on: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-1550C7
Object type: PIPE TAMPER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pipe tamper of post-medieval date. The pipe tamper is of a fluted baluster type design with a flat circular base and terminating in a worn point. The tamper consists of the stem with several fluted swellings and tamping end. The metal has dark greenish-black patina and is worn. The tamper is 31.9mm long, 14.1mm in diameter and weighs 7.7g.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd May 2012
Last updated: Friday 4th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-142773
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead cloth seal of post-medieval date. The seal is of the two disc type sealed by a central rivet and linked by an integral stem. The upper disc is stamped with a cross hatched design, possibly representing a gate or portcullis, though the degree of wear makes this difficult to determine with any degree of certainty. The reverse is undecorated. The metal is a mid brownish-white colour and is worn. The seal is 25.8mm long (including stem), 17.8mm in diameter, 3.5mm thick and weighs 4.9g. Cloth seals were used in Europe to mark cloth for commercial sale between the 13th an…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd May 2012
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Halsham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-013938
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy buckle of post-medieval date. The buckle is a trapezoidal shoe or knee buckle with drilled frame for a separate spindle. The spindle no longer remains. The outer edges of the frame have moulded pin recesses flanked by two lobed knops. The sides are bifid with moulded bifid knops around the spindle holes. The metal has a light reddish-green patina and is worn. The buckle is 34.9mm long, 24.8mm wide, 4.1mm thick and weighs 4.5g. A similar example is illustrated in Whitehead, p.99, no.618 and is dated to circa 1660 - 1720.
Created on: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Ferriby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-EA0264
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy button of post-medieval date. The button is discoidal, with a flat back and convex front. The front is decorated with a central four petalled flower with sepals within a circular border and an elaborate scroll-like foliate design. A worn indentation is present on the reverse to mark where the attachment loop would have projected from, though this no longer remains. The metal has a glossy dark blackish-brown patina and survives in good condition. The button is 12.9mm in diameter, 5.5mm thick and weighs 3.8g. A similar example is illustrated in Read, p…
Created on: Monday 30th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Ferriby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-E97D50
Object type: HOOKED TAG
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An almost complete cast copper alloy hooked tag of post-medieval date. The object is of Reads Class E, type 3. The main plate is decorated with a moulded openwork design with a central chequered lozenge - possibly representing a pinecone. The attachment loop is rectangular in plan with a D-shaped section and the hook extends from the opposite end below a single collar. The hook is D-shaped in section and extends from the body with a sharp forward curve and the very tip of the hook has been lost due to an old break. The reverse of the hooked tag is flat and undecorated. The metal is a…
Created on: Monday 30th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Ferriby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-946505
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver groat of Mary, long cross fourchee over royal shield reverse, pomegranate privy mark, London mint, 1553 - 1554. North Vol 2, p.126, no.1960.
Created on: Thursday 26th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beverley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-932F84
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead seal of post-medieval date. The seal is circular with worn edges and is comprised of a single disc of metal which is perforated by a hole running across its diameter through which the cord passed. One face of the seal bears a shield with central cross while the reverse appears undecorated. The metal is a light brownish-white colour and is worn. The seal is 23.9mm in diameter, 3.6mm thick and weighs 9.7g.
Created on: Thursday 26th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beverley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-92C746
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead cloth seal of post-medieval date. The seal is of the two disc type sealed by a central rivet. The upper disc is stamped with the central letters "LEEDS" surrounded by a large illegible legend reading [-----------]SHEEP[---]. The reverse is undecorated. The metal is a light brownish-white colour and is worn. The seal is 29.1mm in diameter, 4mm thick and weighs 12.7g. Cloth seals were used in Europe to mark cloth for commercial sale between the 13th and the 19th centuries and were part of a system of regulation and quality control. The rivet type were specifically de…
Created on: Thursday 26th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beverley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-925AD7
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead cloth seal of post-medieval date. The seal is of the two disc type joined by an integral rectangular strip. The upper disc is stamped with the letters "FN&J" in an elaborate Edwardian style script. The reverse has incised lines and "Z" which appear to have been added at a later date. The space between the two discs retains the material it was fastened to, possibly leather. The metal is a light brownish-white colour and is worn. The seal is 41.3mm long with strip, 31.5mm in diameter, 4.8mm thick and weighs 19.6g. Cloth seals were used in Europe to mark cloth for comm…
Created on: Thursday 26th April 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beverley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-6A9956
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy toy miniature cannon of late post-medieval date. The toy is comprised of a circular barrel, or cascable, which tapers in diameter from the bulbous knop, or cascable button, at one end to the muzzle at the other. Two trunnions or basal lugs for attachment to a block or stock project midway along the barrel. The metal has a dark brownish-green patina and is very worn. The cannon is 30mm long, 6mm in diameter and weighs 3.2g. Numerous similar examples can be seen on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database including: Unique ID: SWYOR-E21697, IOW-9F60A7, LAN…
Created on: Tuesday 24th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 25th April 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Burton Fleming', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-6A6F21
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy toy miniature cannon of late post-medieval date. The toy is comprised of a circular barrel, or cascable, which tapers in diameter from the bulbous knop, or cascable button, at one end to the muzzle at the other. Both muzzle and breech ends of the cannon have double banded raised collars, the muzzle end being slightly fluted, and two trunnions or basal lugs for attachment to a block or stock project midway along the barrel. The metal has a mid brownish-green patina and is slightly worn. The cannon is 51.2mm long, 11mm in diameter and weighs 15.2g. Numerou…
Created on: Tuesday 24th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 25th April 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Willerby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-6A5AA5
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy toy miniature cannon of late post-medieval date. The toy is comprised of a circular barrel, or cascable, which tapers in diameter from the bulbous knop, or cascable button, at one end to the muzzle at the other. Both muzzle and breech ends of the cannon have double banded raised collars, the breech end being slightly fluted, and two trunnions or basal lugs for attachment to a block or stock project midway along the barrel. The metal has a mid brownish-green patina and is slightly worn. The cannon is 42.4mm long, 8.2mm in diameter and weighs 7.4g. Numerou…
Created on: Tuesday 24th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 25th April 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottingham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-005256
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead-alloy mount of late post medieval date (AD 1600-1800). Approximately half of the mount is missing due to an old break. The mount is composed of an outer circular band with an outer ridge and incised band with a raised lip toward the inner portion of the outer band. Within the band are hollow concentric circles, two and a half remain intact. At the centre of the mount is a solid quadrate with a raised circular central aspect. The metal is a light cream and green colour. Length, 49.6mm, Width, 6.7mm, Weight, 28.4g.
Created on: Thursday 19th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottingham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-FFEE07
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast copper alloy suspension loop for a purse bar of late Medieval to early post Medieval date (AD 1450-1650). The loop is sub-oval in shape with the curve of the upper edge being broader than that of the lower edge. At the terminating end of the shank there is a decreasing two stepped design with circular attachment loop. The pure bar is corroded rendering detailed identification of the decoration difficult, what can be determined is a regular incised linear decoration on both sides and which runs laterally across the surface of the purse bar. This incised decoration chan…
Created on: Thursday 19th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottingham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-FFD1A2
Object type: PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete clay pipe (smoking) post-medieval date (AD 1620-1700). All that remains is the complete bowl which is small and bulbous with a single incised circumferential line around the rim. There is a slim flat foot beneath the bowl with no discernable makers mark. The pipe stem is missing due to an old break and the hole through to the bowl is central. Pipes such as this are an early form in the typology of clay pipes and date to the middle of the 17th Century. Length, 39.7mm, Diameter, 19.5mm, Weight, 11.6g. Similar examples can be seen in the PAS Database: Unique ID: WAW-FCD…
Created on: Thursday 19th April 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Beverley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-FFAF81
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two complete lead alloy shot of post medieval date (AD 1600-1800). Both shot show demonstrable signs of casing from seams, one more pronounced than the other. Both musket balls have one slightly flattened aspect which indicates that these musket balls have impacted a target. The surface of each ball contains some irregular incised cut marks. The colour of the musket balls is a light grey. Diameter: 15.5mm, Weight: 22.4g Diameter: 15.5mm, Weight: 21.6g Egan, P 202. Similar examples can be seen on the PAS Database: Unique ID: HESH-3562B6 and NARC-6FF2E2.
Created on: Thursday 19th April 2012
Last updated: Thursday 16th July 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottingham', grid reference and parish protected.