Record ID: LVPL-33E3A4
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An lead alloy object of uncertain function. The object is circular in plan and is D-shaped in cross-section. The flat face is rough and uneven with no visible pitting. Due to its undiagnostic nature it cannot be dated closely however the condition of the lead suggests a Post-Medieval date is likely. The object may have functioned as a palm guard however there are no diagnostic features. Palm guards were for use by a leather worker to protect the palm whilst stitching. Bailey (1995, 64-65) dates such objects to the 17th century onwards.
Created on: Saturday 20th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B25225
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is sub-oval in plan and is D-shaped in cross-section. The outer face is decorated with a central vertical rib, from which extend diagonal ridges forming a herringbone pattern. Above the herringbone are eye-like raised pellets on each side of the central rib. The top of the object above the pellets is rounded and undecorated. The rear of the object is undecorated and flat. It has a mid-brown to grey patina. Dimensions: 14mm in length, 9mm in width, 4mm thick, 1.4g
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Skelmersdale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-4E52E2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval solid wedge of copper alloy probably dating to the post-medieval period. The 'wedge' is undecorated and measures 13mm thick at the wider end before tapering to a squared off point measuring 2mm thick. The object is undecorated and has a mid-green patina. The function of the object is uncertain however it is likely to have been used as a tool. Dimensions: 55mm in length, 20mm in width, 13mm thick, 56.60g
Created on: Wednesday 5th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 5th October 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ormskirk', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A9DECD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy object of uncertain function and date. The object consists of a circular sectioned arm which tapers towards one end terminating with a pointed hook. The hook measures 0.5mm in diameter where it terminates. The arm is 6.5mm in diameter at its widest point. The opposite end of the object terminates with a pointed triangular 'arrow-head'. The base of the terminal 'arrow-head' measures 5mm in width and 3.5mm in thickness. The terminal measures 6mm in length. Below the base of the arrow is a circular sectioned shaft, measuring 4mm in diameter which widens with a step wh…
Created on: Wednesday 25th June 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 25th June 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lathom', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-652424
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast bronze object of uncertain date and function. The object is sub-rectangular in plan and rectangular in cross-section. The surface of the object is uneven; one edge is straight while the others have broken in antiquity. There is a large circular perforation at the top edge of the object and a smaller perforation diagonal to this at the lower edge. These may have been intended to contain rivets. The function of the object is unknown however the patina indicates that it has some age to it. It has a mid-green patina.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd December 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Arkholme', grid reference and parish protected.