Record ID: LVPL-8557B5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy object of uncertain function. The object is semi-circular in plan and is flat. On one face two circumferential ridges border the object. The opposite face is rough and pitted with two conjoined large circular depressions which measure 14mm in diameter. Due to its undiagnostic nature it cannot be dated closely however the condition of the lead suggests a Medieval to Post-Medieval date is likely. The object may have functioned as a palm guard however these tend to be D-shaped in cross-section allowing them to sit comfortably in the hand. Palm guards were f…
Created on: Wednesday 26th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 26th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DB4434
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object has a flat base, bulbous body and long tubular neck. At the top of the neck the object flattens out forming a rim. The mouth of the object has been damaged. A circular hole runs through the length of the object and its use as a vessel would therefore be impractical. The hole measures 4.5mm in width. Above the base of the object the lower body is decorated with two transverse rows of grooves in the form of rope-work. Possible functions for the object may be as a votive offering representing a vessel, or a toy. The light …
Created on: Friday 12th February 2016
Last updated: Friday 12th February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C55C0D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
Two non-joining fragments of an unidentified cast silver artefact. The fragments are rectangular and curved in form with a wedge-shaped cross-section. Both fragments are broken at each end. The concave inner faces are plain and the convex outer faces are decorated with Trewhiddle style ornament. Fragment 1 (left side of image) shows a crouching beast inside an arched panel or arcade, its head looking backwards and biting its own tail, which laces up from beneath its body. Probable remains of niello are visible around the creature's tail and hind legs. To the right of this panel is…
Created on: Friday 6th May 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 31st October 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kellington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C7D881
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object consists of a central solid rod with striations on its outer surface. Wrapped around the central rod is an indistinct rounded piece of copper alloy which may be zoomorphic in nature or perhaps in the form of hands clasping the rod. Examined from one angle the clasping copper alloy appears to be a pig, and a frog from another angle while from the front of the object it appears to be clasped hands. The uncertainty of the decoration and incomplete nature of the object makes it difficult to identify correctly and date. Th…
Created on: Wednesday 18th May 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 18th May 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selby area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-43D895
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object has an oval bowl or bag like base and is D-shaped in cross-section. The object is flattned at the back with several scratches and nicks on the surface. It tapers towards the top where it terminates with an oval opening or neck. The object has a mid-brown patina. It was suggested due to a similar form that the object could be an ampulla however the lack of decoration, handles and the shape of the 'bowl' make this unlikely. Another possibility based on the angle of the object is a lead alloy covering for a foot of a large…
Created on: Tuesday 24th May 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 24th May 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sandbach', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D90C2D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy fragment of uncertain function of probable late medieval to post-medieval date. The fragment consists of an incomplete scallop shaped terminal and rectangular arm. The scallop terminal has six decorative grooves. The top of the central segment of the scallop is incomplete. At the base of the scallop is a transverse double groove. The object then narrows forming a rectangular arm which is a thin pointed oval in cross-section. The rear of the object is undecorated and there are no traces of solder or evidence of attachment. The object has a smooth dark green patina on eac…
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 1st June 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke upon Tern', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-47D6DD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is sub-oval in plan with one end tapering into a squared off tab while the opposite end terminates with a break. In the centre of the object is a perforation around which are eight punched pits surrounded by a circular groove. Three more rows of pits of differing sizes surround this groove within another groove while a single row of pits borders the object at the outer edge. The rear of the object is undecorated with linear striations visible. The object has a mid-grey patina. Dimensions: 45mm in length, 36mm in width, …
Created on: Sunday 4th June 2017
Last updated: Sunday 4th June 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke upon Tern', 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-8A4C1A
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain type and function. The object is conical with a flat hollow base and rounded top. The object appears to be anthropomorphic in style however is crudely made and it is therefore uncertain if this is a deliberate style or not. Either side of the 'head' are two semi-circular lugs or 'ears'. In the centre of one face of the object is a long pointed triangular projection which may form a possible nose. Either side of this is a single circular pit which may represent eyes however they are uneven with the right (viewed facing) 'eye' being higher than that on t…
Created on: Tuesday 1st November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 1st November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nannerch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-45100D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy three-dimensional unidentified object of post medieval date. It is U-shaped in plan with a narrow rounded top and is open at the bottom. Between each face at the base project two curved strips of lead alloy which taper in width to a point, these may have origionally joined to form a loop. An iron rivet runs between attaching both faces together. The object is decorated on each face with a central moulded pannel of rings and diagonal ridges. Three verticle ridges decorate one side of the central pannel.
Created on: Thursday 10th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cilcain', 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-4287BD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gwynedd
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two copper alloy plate fragments of uncertain function. Each incomplete plate has curved undulating edges, most of which are damaged. From the edge of one plate is an almost complete curved projection which terminates in a point like hook. The outer faces are decorated with three panels each divided by a double groove on each side. The central panels are blank while either side the panels contain curved decorative grooves. The rear of the objects are undecorated and there is no sign of a loop or any other form of attachment. Each face is decorated with a silver or tin coating. The …
Created on: Tuesday 22nd November 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Harlech', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-94DA08
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a zoomorphic object of uncertain date and function. The object has a sub-triangular body which is sub-rectangular in cross-section. The body of the object divides at the top terminating with two rounded projections or ears. The ears are concave on the outer face of the object and convex at the rear. Between the ears on the 'head' of the object is a projecting snout which is lozenge shaped in cross-section. The snout is almost complete however any surface detail has been lost with the patina, probably due to abrasion from within the plough soil. The lower part of this fac…
Created on: Thursday 8th December 2016
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Saighton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-47EA16
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain function probably dating from the medieval to post-medieval period. The object is conical in plan with a thickened central body which tapers at each end in width towards a break. The central body of the object is decorated with three circumferential ridges. Each end narrows in width measuring 8mm in diameter where it terminates. The object has a mid-dark green patina. Although the function of this fragment is uncertain the patina and condition of the metal suggests a medieval to post-medieval date. Dimensions: 25mm in length, 24mm in width, 42.3g
Created on: Friday 5th August 2016
Last updated: Friday 5th August 2016
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LVPL-48F589
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is sub-rectangular in plan and cross-section. One end of the object has a strip of flattened probable silver wrapped around three of the faces. The silver appears to be overlaying the lead alloy and measures 5mm in width at its widest point. The lower face of the object has been damaged. There is no other visible decoration. Dimensions: 21mm in length, 11mm in width, 11mm thick, 20.8g
Created on: Friday 5th August 2016
Last updated: Friday 5th August 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tiverton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-495FDA
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy incomplete object of uncertain function. The object is lentoid in plan and curved in profile. The object is narrowed in the centre which is decorated by a transverse band measuring 3mm in width. Each end of the object is decorated with a grooved saltire cross (or X). The lower face of the object is undecorated. It has a light green patina an is in fair condition. The patina and decoration suggests a medieval to post-medieval date, c. AD 1400-1700. The exact function of the object is uncertain however it may be a vessel handle or decorative frame. Dimensions 65mm …
Created on: Friday 5th August 2016
Last updated: Friday 5th August 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tiverton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-49971E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy unidentified object probably dating from the medieval to the post medieval date. The object is bifrucated at one end with a triangular shaped void between each projection. The opposite end of the object is incomplete and forms a U-shape due to the incomplete terminal. Below the incomplete terminal are two horizontal ridges decorated on the outer face with ropework. These ridges have been filed down at the rear of the object. Possible functions include a drop handle such as DENO-2817C7 or YORYM-914600 however these are usually not as curved in profile. Dimensions 2…
Created on: Friday 5th August 2016
Last updated: Friday 5th August 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tiverton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-6DC877
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain function and date. The object consists of a copper alloy loop below which is a worn ancient break. The loop has an internal diameter of 5.5mm. Where the body of the object has broken away the break is 'cross-shaped' with two short rounded projections or 'arms' to either side. The object has a light green patina and is pitted in places. The function and date of this object are currently unknown however the patina and construction of the object suggests that it may be of Roman date. Dimensions: 15mm in length, 15mm in width, 5mm thick, 3.2g
Created on: Friday 19th August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 24th August 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Warburton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C3E02A
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy fitting of probable post-medieval date. The object consists of a sub-lozenge shaped upright tab or plate and three attachment arms. The edges of the tab are rounded and measure 5mm thick. Projecting from either side of the base towards the inner face are two flat angled arms. Each arm is pierced with a rivet hole measuring 3mm in diameter. The lower attachment 'arm' projects from the centre of the base of the object and has two pierced or drilled holes for attachment measuring 3mm in diameter. This 'arm' has a flattened pointed terminal. The function of the object is…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bradwall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D97B4E
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: The object is a strip of silver with a pattern of what appear to be stamped lines on one side, cut at both ends and bent. There are no visible test marks, and no trace of solder or other fastening. Dimensions: 8mm wide, and 1mm thick. Weight 4.52g Discussion: The object has some similarities with so-called broad-band arm-rings of the late 9th and 10th centuries, produced in Viking contexts around the Irish Sea. Such pieces were commonly cut-up as 'hack-silver', valued by weight within a bullion economy. Finds of arm-rings of this type are recorded from Viking hoar…
Created on: Wednesday 24th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 16th January 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Melling', grid reference and parish protected.