Record ID: SUSS-652A23
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead circular flat weight of Medieval to Post Medieval date c. 1280-1700. The flat weight is circular and thick with possible stamped illegible characters on one face with a rough surface. The reverse is smoother with two transverse impressed grooves (probably damage); with a series of incised lines, possibly the shoulders and bust of a helmeted figure facing right. The object has a buff patina. Measurements: diameter: 33.75mm; thickness: 8.41mm and weight: 71.2g.  Lead objects such as this are common metal detector finds but are rare from excava…
Created on: Monday 22nd April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: NLM-8E5E63
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead hem wight. Cast discoid weight with a central sunken panel on one side wherein lie three drilled stitching holes. The metal retains a grey tint suggesting a recent date. Though probably most are of Victorian date, these objects continue to be sold today for crafts. The provision of three holes rather than the usual pair is an unusual feature; this is also a little larger than normal for the type. Suggested date: Modern, 1900-2000 Diameter: 33.9mm, Thickness: 3.7mm, Weight: 33.62gms
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-65EF33
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Medieval or early Post Medieval cast copper-alloy purse bar, (Williams Class A1), dating to c. AD 1450-1550. Only one arm and the central rectangular block remain: the swivel is missing and attachment loops are missing. The surviving arm is circular in cross-section and attached to the integral block which has a central, circular piercing where the missing swivelling loop would have attached.  Abutting the side of the block, where the arm connects, is a cast moulded decoration depicting the open jaws of a beast …
Created on: Monday 22nd April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: WAW-6306A8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, copper alloy, Headstud brooch of Roman dating, circa (AD 75 - 200). The pin, spring and lower half of the bow and catch plate are missing. In plan the brooch is T-shaped. The wings are rectangular in cross section and the bow is 'D' shaped in section with a flat rear face and rounded upper surface. At the reverse is a rectangular slot that would have held the axis bar and spring. Either end of the wings at the reverse is a circular protruding knop.  The bow tapers to a broken terminal, therefore the catchplate and foot are missing. The bow is decora…
Created on: Monday 22nd April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: NLM-8E4254
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead shot. Cast ball with mould line, patinated. The mass, at over an ounce, may suggest this to be for use with a smoothbore muzzle loading firearm of military specification, probably a musket. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1600-1800 Diameter: 18.4mm, Weight: 31.52gms
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-8E2826
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal. Cast cylindrical seal with two opposed slots in its edge, to function as a drawstring bag closure. Traces of an indistinct legend in modern script appears on one side. The metal retains a grey tint suggesting a recent date. Suggested date: Modern, 1900-1920 Diameter: 20.2mm, Thickness: 6.7mm, Weight: 16.53gms
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-8E055B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead weight. Cast globular or bun-shaped weight with opposed flattened faces. An impressed panel on one flat side has a central pierced hole of diameter 4mm, tapering to 2.5mm on the opposite face. Patinated. Probably a fishing line weight. Suggested date: Medieval, 1200-1500 Diameter: 17.2mm, Thickness: 10.7mm, Weight: 19.45gms
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-8DFACB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy Roman radiate of Allectus 293-296 AD. Obverse:  IMP C ALLECTVS PF AVG, radiate, draped, cuirassed bust right Reverse: PROVID AVG, Providentia standing left, holding baton and cornucopiae, globe at foot. S-P across fields. Mintmark ML. RIC V-2, 35; Sear 13832.
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Snape', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-3944AA
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An complete cast lead object of uncertain function, from the Medieval - Post-Medieval period, c. AD 1100 - 1700. Description: The object is domed in shape, with a vague pyramid for with shallow sloping sides. These sides are distinguished by four raised lines resulting in an apex. The base is circular and relatively flat; it has nicks in the fabric which may denote the letter 'N' or may be accidental. Measurements: Diameter: 10.62 mm; Thickness: 4.44 mm and Weight: 2.48 g. Discussion: Lead objects such as these are often found but do n…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-391AF3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead trade weight of uncertain date, from the Roman - Post-Medieval period, c. AD 43 - 1800. Description: The weight is semicircular in plan and cylindrical in cross-section. The obverse has a slight rim, marked by an adjacent indentation, and a number of historic nicks to the surface. The reverse is flat. Both faces are undecorated and have a light grey to brown colouring. Measurements: Diameter: 38.97 mm; Width: 20.35 mm; Thickness: 7 mm and Weight: 40.13 g. Discussion: Outside of secure archaeological contexts, weights such as these are difficult…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-38D3D2
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post-Medieval cast lead uniface token of an uncertain Powell Type, circa AD 1400-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 22.01 mm. The obverse depicts an unidentifiable scene, including a pellet and raised hatched lines. The reverse is plain and dish shaped where the obverse rim has been bent over. The token has a white/grey patina on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 22.01 mm; Thickness: 4.63 mm and Weight: 14.31 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is often difficult. Th…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-38C60A
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post-Medieval cast lead uniface token of Powell Type 3 (Segments), circa AD 1400-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 22.53 mm. The obverse depicts a spoked wheel with a central pellet and an internal rim two-thirds from the centre. The reverse is plain and flat. The token has a white/grey patina on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 22.53 mm; Thickness: 2.16 mm and Weight: 7.29 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is often difficult. These tokens have a wide variet…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-2684AD
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post-Medieval lead uniface token of Powell Type 3 (segments), circa AD 1400-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 20.46 mm. The obverse has a eight raised lines radiating in a cartwheel design. The reverse is blank and slightly convex. The token is a silvery grey in colour across both surfaces. Dimensions: Diameter: 20.46 mm; Thickness: 4.78 mm and Weight: 13.67 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is often difficult, especially when the designs are basic like cartwheels.&nbs…
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-26A1E5
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post-Medieval cast lead uniface token of Powell Type 14b (Crosses), circa AD 1400-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 20.92 mm. The obverse depicts a cross with a pellet in each quarter. The reverse is plain and flat. The token has a white/grey patina on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 20.92 mm; Thickness: 2.07 mm and Weight: 6.66 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is often difficult. These tokens have a wide variety of potential uses, such as tallies, gaming piece…
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-26DAA0
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, likely Post-Medieval, cast lead uniface token of Powell Type 6 (Ships), circa AD 1500-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 18.23 mm. The obverse depicts a linear ship with multiple sails and a vertical mast. The reverse is plain. The token has been bent post-deposition with a slight chip at the top of the bend. The token has a white/grey patina on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 18.23 mm; Thickness: 2.41 mm and Weight: 6.37 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is …
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: DOR-3C910A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A handled copper alloy seal matrix of late Medieval date c 1300-1500. The handle hexagonally faceted and has a quatrefoil pierced loop at the top enclosing a sub-circular hole. There is a transverse collar below the loop. The handle flares out at the base into the circular die.The face of the die has a framing outer band of dots around an inscription of incised incuse letters. Inside the lettering is an incuse design of a hawk on its prey.  The inscription reads ALAS IE SV PRIV - "Alas, I am caught" Date: Late Medieval - c. 1300 - 1400 Height: 23.06 mm Diameter: 16.…
Created on: Monday 9th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: NLM-8DE95D
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead bag seal. Cast cylindrical object with two opposed pairs of oval holes in its edge, to function as a drawstring bag closure. A legend appears on one side: MANURE/WORKS// [--]NEY & SONS.CHESTER and an oval brandmark resembling a looped strap on the other. Patinated. Suggested date: Post-Medieval to Modern, 1880-1920 Diameter: 18.8mm, Thickness: 6.7mm, Weight: 13.03gms
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-26EF78
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post-Medieval cast lead uniface token of Powell Type 14b (Crosses), circa AD 1400-1800. Description: The token is sub-circular in plan and has a diameter of 18.69 mm. The obverse depicts a cross with a pellet in each quarter. The reverse is plain and flat. One side of the token has been chipped in antiquity. The token has a white/grey patina on both faces. Dimensions: Diameter: 18.69 mm; Thickness: 3.12 mm and Weight: 6.58 g. Discussion: The dating of lead tokens is often difficult. These tokens have a wide var…
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: BH-DDEA57
Object type: AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Middle Bronze Age cast copper-alloy looped palstave axehead, of Transitional or Late plain variant type, dating to the Penard or Wilburton phase, Needham's Period 5-6, Metalworking stage VIII, dating c. 1300-1150 BC. The blade edge is splayed with rounded tips, both of which are worn and damaged. The edge measures 39.7mm width and 1.6mm thickness. The faces are slightly convex with worn blade facets. The blade sides are straight and thicken to the stop ridge, which measures 27.7mm width and 29.8mm thickness. The flange side is lozenge-shape and relatively flat with…
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
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Record ID: NLM-8DC887
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North East Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy mount. Cast concavo-convex naturalistically modelled mask of a maned lion with luxuriant tresses and ‘beard’ arranged in a sub-rectangular form to frame jowels, nose and brows projecting in strongly moulded relief. Extensive gilding traces appear on the display side. Two drilled holes of diameter 6mm appear at either end of the mouth, with a further blind pit behind the nose. The former features might be apt to the pouring of liquid from a vessel; the object is of a distinct type from those considered as Roman box mounts or funereal fittings, if indeed it is of…
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 24th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Humberston', grid reference and parish protected.