Record ID: NARC-310F9A
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Buckle of Post-Medieval date (AD 1660-1720). The object is a double looped sub-rectangular frame with a lipped outer edge, contracted sides flanking the narrowed strap bar and three grooves in outer edge. The wire pin is retained, recurved and tapering around the strap bar. Length: 53.44mm, Width: 52.86mm, Thickness: 2.91mm, Weight: 20.0g The metal is brown in colour with a slightly pitted patina.
Created on: Thursday 14th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
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Record ID: NARC-DC246A
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy Crotal bell of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1750). The object is composed of approximately 1/4 of the lower hemisphere of the bell. There is a section of raised circumferential mid-rib retained with minor portions of the upper hemisphere retained above. The bell is of single cast form. The retained lower portion is decorated with a radiating linear 'sunburst' pattern. Length: 30.63mm, Width: 36.27mm, Thickness (body): 2.78mm, Weight: 10.0g The metal is green in colour with a predominantly smooth patina.
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
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Record ID: NARC-3A6198
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete uniface Token of Medieval to Post Medieval date (AD 1250-1800). Powell Type 31. One face of the token has a double central circle with line below and semi-circular lines around. The opposing side has a punched central square with eight radiating lines around. The metal is a light cream in colour Diameter: 23.53mm, Thickness: 3.54mm, Weight: 10.8g. Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as tallies, gaming pieces, tickets, weights, etc. and are believed to have been locally produced; they are therefore difficult to date precisely. Therefore those with s…
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 14th February 2023
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Record ID: NARC-3A1A0D
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Rowel Spur of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1700). The object consists of a five-pointed star which is regular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. Each triangular projection is evenly spaced and is of a similar size. There is a central, circular perforation. Between each projection is an incised linear groove. Length: 25.73mm, Width: 27.25mm, Thickness: 3.44mm, Diameter (perforation): 3.23mm, Weight: 6.2g The metal is dark green in colour with a pitted patina.
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 14th February 2023
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Record ID: NARC-E4493A
Object type: HOOK
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy hooked clasp or havette or harbick of Post-Medieval date (AD 1530-1650). Read's Class A Type 1. The hook is composed of two arms, both with sub rectangular section, one terminates in a transverse break while the other tapers to pointed hook. Between the arms is an expanded rectangular central block with recessed sides which is decorated with three incised saltires on the upper side, the left and right hand sides have seven deep grooves, and the underside has a single incised saltire flanked by single incised lines. Length: 57.97mm, Width: 6.85mm, T…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2022
Last updated: Friday 2nd December 2022
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Record ID: NARC-687244
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Crotal bell of a single cast form of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1750). The object comprises two hemispheres divided by a raised horizontal circumferential rib. There are two sound holes, one larger, one on either side of the partially retained integral rectangular suspension loop. The loop projects from the upper hemisphere. The lower hemisphere is composed of two circular sound holes close to the ridge between which is a rectangular sound slot. There is a moulded decorative pattern, on the lower hemisphere consisting of repeating, radiating lines. The …
Created on: Monday 24th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2022
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Record ID: BH-D0286C
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy Roman Hod Hill, plain lower bow, type brooch dating to the period c. AD 43-75. The brooch consists of the lower head, the upper bow, one side knop, part of the lower bow and the upper part of the catch plate. The upper head, one side knop, part of the lower bow, foot, catch plate and hinged pin are missing. From a worn transverse break the lower part of the head expands to a transverse double-ribbed collar before widening into the flat square bow plate. The one projecting side knop narrows before widening into a flared rounded terminal. The front o…
Created on: Thursday 12th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th May 2022
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Record ID: WAW-BD342A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy single-loop buckle dating to the Medieval period (c. AD 1250-1500). The buckle is D-shaped in plan with a crescent-shaped outer edge. The bar is incomplete. the pin has been retained and is formed from a single piece of copper alloy that is wider one end and tapers to a point. The widest end forms a loop around the remains of the bar. The outer face of the buckle has a worn linear design on the frame. The reverse is undecorated. The object has a mid-green patina. For comparable examples see Marshall (1986: 10) nos 44-45. The overall dimensions are as follow…
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Thursday 25th August 2022
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Record ID: NARC-A3B4C3
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy Crotal Bell of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1750). The object is composed of a portion of the upper of two hemispherical domes. A minor amount of the upper body of the dome is retained, with a central integral suspension loop projects from it, and is rectangular with a central sub-circular aperture. The retained portion of the dome is decorated with repeating radiating lines in a ‘sunburst’ pattern. The majority of the upper hemisphere, the lower hemisphere and iron pea are missing. Height: 15.25mm, Width: 21.91mm, Thickness: 5.43mm, Weight: 6.3g …
Created on: Tuesday 10th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2022
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Record ID: NARC-A3A969
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy Crotal Bell of Post-Medieval date (AD 1550-1750). The object is composed of a portion of the upper of two hemispherical domes. Two partial circular sound holes are retained, flanking the integral suspension loop projects from the upper dome, and is rectangular with a central sub-circular aperture. The retained portion of the dome is decorated with repeating radiating lines in a ‘sunburst’ pattern. The lower portion of the upper hemisphere, the lower hemisphere and iron pea are missing. Height: 22.46mm, Width: 31.79mm, Thickness: 3.31mm, Weight: 10…
Created on: Tuesday 10th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-A87886
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy brooch of probable Hod Hill type (Mackreth 2011, type 10, see plate 96, No.9417), likely dating to the Roman Period (c. 43-70 AD). The allocation as Hod Hill type 10 (Mackreth 2011) is tentative and was decided based on the tapering bow with reeding running its full length, foot knop and upturned head. Strip bow (Durotrigan) brooches and many Aucissa brooches are also very similar to this brooch. The brooch is largely complete, only missing parts of one wing and the catchplate, as well as the entire pin and axis bar. The head is formed of an expanded sh…
Created on: Monday 14th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 25th October 2022
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Record ID: BH-E50401
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy strap end probably dating to the Medieval period (AD 1200-1500). The one surviving plate is broadly rectangular in shape and in cross-section. The upper edge is squared while the lower lower edge tapers inwards evenly on both sides before termnating at a short squared edge. This portion of the plate is bent inwards and twisted slightly out of shape. The plate has two circular perforations, one towards each end. The upper-portion of the plate is undecorated. The lower portion has decoration in the form of two grooves above the perforation and two grooves below it, w…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd March 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 10th March 2021
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Record ID: BH-7A6BA8
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy buckle plate of Medieval date (c. AD 1200-1500). The plate is made from a single strip of flat copper-alloy sheet that has been folded and cut at one end to form two rectangular plates that would have folded around the axis bar of the buckle frame. Beneath this attachment is a circular sectioned rivet that extends through the upper plate and connects to the short length of round-ended sheet that comprises the backplate on the reverse. The opposing end of the upper plate is squared and has two circular attachment holes, the rivets for which are missing. The uppe…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd June 2020
Last updated: Monday 8th June 2020
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Record ID: BH-79C8B7
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy mount dating to the period c.AD 1270-1350. Made from a single sheet of flat copper-alloy, the mount is lozenge-shape with two circular rivet holes. The upper surface is engraved with lines of zig-zags around the edges and radiating in six uneven lines from the centre. The underside is broadly flat and undecorated. All surfaces have a mottled light to mid green patina. The mount measures 26mm long, 22mm wide and 1.5mm thick. The rivet holes are 1mm in diameter. Th mount weighs 2.31 grams. As Read 2001, p. 18, no. 124.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd June 2020
Last updated: Monday 8th June 2020
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Record ID: BH-4F5817
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy gilded Medieval strap fitting or mount dating to the period AD 1200-1400. The object is square and slightly concave with a circular perforation (2.8mm diameter) through the centre. The decoration on the upper surface is divided into four triangular quadrants around the central aperture, each divided by single lines. There are several areas of surviving gilding across the surface. The underside is undecorated. Both surfaces have mid to dark brown patination. The object measures 22mm in length, 21.5mm in width, 1.8mm in thickness, 3.2mm in height and weighs 3.35…
Created on: Monday 1st June 2020
Last updated: Monday 8th June 2020
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Record ID: BH-4CDE5E
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy Middle Bronze Age late looped palstave axehead dating to the Wilburton Industry (Needham Period 6, 1150-950 BC). The body of the axhead is roughly sub-rectangular in shape before flattening and flaring outwards to form a wide rounded blade edge and blade tips with slight cutting bevel along the blade edge. A pronounced stop ridge divides the haft from the blade end. Below this the edges narrow slightly and both faces are decorated with three raised longitudinal ribs that extend approximately a third of the way along each of the blade faces. The haft compr…
Created on: Monday 1st June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd March 2022
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Record ID: BH-4BC62A
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy Medieval bar mount dating c. AD 1350-1400. The central plate is hemispherical in shape and decorated on the upper surface with six moulded linear grooves. A knopped arm projects either side of the plate, each with a circular-sectioned copper-alloy rivet still in place. The underside of the mount is flat and undecorated. It measures 21mm in length, 10.2mm in diameter, 5mm thick and weighs 2.33 grams.
Created on: Monday 1st June 2020
Last updated: Monday 8th June 2020
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Record ID: BERK-5C8F55
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval copper alloy buckle with plate dating to c. 1330 – c. 1450 AD. The surviving buckle comprises one copper alloy rectangular sheet plate which has been bowed from damage. There are two rivet holes at one end with a further aperture with an angled groove in the centre of those. The buckle is missing, and the attachment end is incomplete and has an irregular break at the terminal. The obverse is decorated with engraved chevrons across the central section of the plate, inside a rectangular border. The plate has a light green patina. The plate is 42mm in lengt…
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 21st April 2020
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Record ID: BERK-7ABFFA
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible fragment of a copper alloy strap end of uncertain date but possibly from the Medieval to post Medieval period. The surviving fragment is sub-triangular in shape which narrows to a pointed terminal. It is D-shaped in cross-section. One face is decorated with an incised linear motif and some small remains of gilding. The wider end has an L-shaped old break. The fragment has a dark green to brown patina. It measures 19.6mm in length, 8.1mm in width, 1.2mm maximum thickness, and weighs 0.73g.
Created on: Tuesday 10th March 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 24th March 2020
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Record ID: BERK-4B6D83
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a cast copper-alloy Roman developed T-shaped brooch dating to c. AD 50 – 150. The surviving brooch consists of the upper section of the wings and the upper section of the bow. A fragment of the pin remains attached to the axial bar within the long wings of the cross bar. The bow is D-shaped in cross-sectioned and is slightly arched. Where the bow is attached to the crossbar there is a raised horizontal collar. The bow is concave at both edges and widens to form a circular geometric motif at the midpoint. The motif consists of a central lozenge with each corner joining …
Created on: Sunday 8th March 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd September 2020
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