Record ID: LVPL-735781
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warrington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain function. The object is oval in plan and is decorated on one face with a flower-like motif. The decoration is typical of similar decoration on medival and post-medieval tokens. The rear of the object has an irregular bulbous projection. This may have been intended to be a handle however has the appearance of a miss-cast object. Possible functions include a miss-cast token or button. The object has a dark grey patina and is in fair condition.
Created on: Friday 5th April 2019
Last updated: Thursday 3rd October 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Burtonwood and Westbrook', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C939CE
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: St. Helens
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A piece of copper-alloy morphologically similar to the shape of a flat axehead, possibly casting waste from a manufacturing process. The object is roughly pear shaped in silhouette, with a rough texture that appears to be partly from corrosion and partly from the natural grain of the metal.
Created on: Wednesday 4th July 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 15th August 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Newton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D76246
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object consists of a long hook, measuring 85mm in length before it curves, tapering in width to a rounded point. The hook is circular in cross-section. At the top of the object the hook expands and flattens to form an integral loop. The loop has an internal diameter of 14mm. The object has a mid-green patina and is undecorated. It is in fair condition. Dimensions: 85mm in length, 20mm in width (at the loop), 8.60g. The exact function of the object is unknown however the form and lack of decoration suggests it…
Created on: Friday 9th February 2018
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-730974
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy object, probably dating to the Early Medieval period. The object is rectangular in plan and cross-section. One long edge is incomplete due to ancient breaks and has a slight rectangular projection in the centre. Along the opposite long edge is a pierced sub-oval projection, which projects at a right angle to the body of the object. The front of the object is decorated with a rectangular recessed panel. The panel is infilled with transverse decoration of ridges and grooves and is gilded. To the rear of the object two circular possible rivet holes are visi…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Scopwick', grid reference and parish protected.

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-BDC21A
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy object of uncertain function, probably dating from the medieval to the post-medieval period. The object is sub-circular in plan with a wide rearward projecting hook at one end. At the opposite straight edged end of the object are two rounded projections which curve inwards and may have joined. The majority of the surface decoration has been obscured with corrosion however where the corrosion hasn't taken hold gilding is visible on each face. At the junction between the hooked tab and the body of the object is a double moulded inverted V-shaped ridge. A…
Created on: Thursday 21st December 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-FC4C94
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is U-shaped in plan with zoomorphic duck or bird terminals. Extending down from the centre of the object is a circular-sectioned shaft, measuring 3mm thick, which appears to be hollow and is soil filled. The birds are each identical with open mouths and rounded beaks and circular annulet eyes. At the top of each head is an undulating raised ridge. The back of the bird's heads appears to have once joined each other at this ridge. Surrounding the eyes the surface is stained red, this may possibly be the remains of degra…
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Etton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-57BD94
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object consists of a long arm which is oval in cross-section. At one end the arm tapers in width to form an integral pointed oval terminal. The terminal is sub-triangular in cross-section with one flat face. At the opposite end of the object is a bifurcated terminal which is incomplete. The purpose of each terminal is unclear. Projecting from the centre of the object is a sub-rectangular tab, one end of which tapers in width and curls inwards on itself. One end of this may be incomplete however it is difficult to be certain.…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Frodsham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-44D7F9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete iron possible blade, or length of corroded iron of uncertain function and date.The object is rounded and flattened at one end and narrows and thickens before tapering to a blunt point. The object is corroded and there is no visible decoration or attachments. Dimensions: 100mm in length, 13mm in width, 8mm thick, 31.4g
Created on: Thursday 9th November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Saighton', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LVPL-9B18DD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is square in plan with a flat rear and a slightly convex outer face. In the centre of the object is a large square perforation measuring 22mm in length and width. Each face of the object is worn with a patchy mid-green patina. There is no visible decoration. Dimensions: 72mm in length, 72mm in width, 3.5mm thick, 158.7g. The exact function and date of this object is uncertain however the condition and patina suggest it may date to the medieval or post-medieval period. A possible function may be as a nut or washer f…
Created on: Wednesday 1st November 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 1st November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Sealand', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DF6AE4
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy fragment of uncertain function. The object is D-shaped in cross-section and sub-rectangular in plan with a rounded terminal. The rounded terminal curves backwards slightly however it is unclear whether this is intentional or due to damage. Above the terminal is a transverse ridge, above this the centre of the object is decorated with four punched circles. Either side of the punched circles are diagonal grooves. Each end of the object appears to terminate with an ancient break. The rear of the object is undecorated and there are no rivet holes or signs of …
Created on: Wednesday 11th October 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 11th October 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-7556E5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy possible weight or spindle whorl of uncertain date. The object is circular in plan and D-shaped in cross-section. The lower face of the object is undecorated, flat and has a dark waxy grey patina. The upper face of the object has a rough dark brown iron patina which is decorated with raised pellets. In the centre of the object there is a circular very slight depression measuring 10mm in diameter. This depression is mid-grey in colour. Dimensions: 29mm in diameter, 6mm thick, 25.7g The shape of the object, decoration and central depression is suggestive of this being…
Created on: Friday 6th October 2017
Last updated: Friday 6th October 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-EE1E12
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy unidentified object of Unknown date and uncertain function. This 'Y'-shaped hollow object has three cylindrical arms. One arm is longer than the other two and each arm swells towards their terminal ends. Each of the arms has a small circular longitudinal perforation, suggesting that it could have been threaded onto a relatively thin string or strings, perhaps to hold them in place and distribute them evenly. A casting seem is visible along on edge of the object. The holes have a diameter of c. 3mm. The object is corroded and has a variable green patina in places. …
Created on: Thursday 24th August 2017
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Swynnerton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-86D7E2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. One face is decorated with six curved grooves. The opposite face is undulating and worn. The fragment has a curved outer edge and is broken on all the other sides. The object has a mid-green patina which is blackened in places. It is possibly part of a figurine and the patina suggests it is no later than medieval in date however is too fragmentary to identify further. Dimensions: 30mm in length, 21mm in width, 13mm thick, 41.6g
Created on: Wednesday 26th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Spatial data recorded.

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-CCC779
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy zoomorphic object of uncertain function. The object has a circular perforated fitting the hoop of which is sub-rectangular in cross-section. From this extends a long rectangular sectioned 'neck' with a zoomorphic snake-like terminal. The animal head has an open mouth with tongue projecting and ridged brows. The details of the face are worn. From the opposite side of the hoop an incomplete sub-rectangular projection extends. This may have formed a symmetrical terminal with zoomorphic head when complete. The object has a mid-green patina and is in fair condition. Dimen…
Created on: Wednesday 5th July 2017
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Boynton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B87E68
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy pin or implement probably of Roman date. The object has a flattened oval head and an oval sectioned shaft. The head of the object is pierced in the centre with a perforation measuring 3.5mm in diameter. Each face of the object is undecorated and the shaft terminates with an ancient break. There is no visible collar or decoration at the junction between the head and the shaft. The exact function of this object is uncertain however it may have been a cosmetic implement, pin or clothing fattener. The object has a dark brown patina and is in fair condition. …
Created on: Tuesday 4th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 5th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cilcain', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-3B0A7B
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Leeds
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy object of uncertain date and function. The fragment is curved in profile and is decorated by a band of ropework. Above the ropework is a rim which is sub-triangular in cross section while below is a deep groove. The lower half of the object is undecorated and has a broken edge. The internal face is undecorated but is ridged to the rear of the external groove. The object has a dark green patina. Due to the fragmentary nature of the object the function and date are unknown however the patina and construction both suggest a medieval to post-medieval date r…
Created on: Wednesday 28th June 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 28th June 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thorp Arch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D0F5B3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: St. Helens
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy object of uncertain function. The object is in the form of a wedge with one forked end. The forked end appears to be incomplete. The object is undecorated and has a rough mid-green patina. Dimensions: 62mm in length, 23mm in width, 16mm thick, 105.6g. This object is possibly part of a post-medieval to modern soldering iron although it is not as pointed as other recorded examples. Other similar objects which have been recorded are SUR-2394F4, KENT-9E6231 KENT-928245 and SUR-87BB01. See http://www.bradfordonavonmuseum.co.uk/archives/1895 (last entry) …
Created on: Friday 23rd June 2017
Last updated: Friday 8th March 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rainhill', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A60C7D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy object of uncertain date. The fragment is curved in plan and is oval in cross-section. One face of the object is decorated with a curvilinear or wave-like pattern with each 'wave' facing the opposite way. It is likely that this pattern would have repeated. The object tapers in width at one end measuring 6mm in width and is wider at the opposite end which measures 11mm in width. Dimensions: 15mm in length, 11mm in width, 3mm thick, 2.1g The object has a mid-green patina and both the front and rear of the object is silvered. Due to the fragmentary nat…
Created on: Wednesday 21st June 2017
Last updated: Thursday 13th July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bickley', grid reference and parish protected.