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-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-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-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-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-1BD229
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy fragment of a uniface object of uncertain function. The fragment is semi-circular in plan and is flat and is likely to have been circular when complete. The outer face is decorated with a central device of which only the top half is visible. The device appears to be a square shield. Surrounding this within a beaded border on each side the legend reads YORK [.]. The object has a light brown patina. Dimensions: 41mm in length, 24mm in width, 3mm thick, 12.00g There are no visible forms of attachment and the object appears to have been folded in the cen…
Created on: Wednesday 14th December 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 21st April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Murton', 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-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-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-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-00CF7C
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Bury
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy impression of a coin. The impression in the object is of a penny of George III, (1760-1820). The legend reads GEORBIUS III D G REX; surrounding the laureate bust of the king facing right. The reverse of the object is undecorated. The object has a raised rim. The object has been bent and the edges damaged probably due to the plough. It has a dark brown patina beneath which is a dark grey surface where it has been damaged. The object may have been used for forging coins and so will presumably have been made while the coin itself remained in circulation. It…
Created on: Tuesday 14th June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Higher Woodhill', 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-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-3D66CE
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object consists of four conjoined oval projections each with a raised central pellet. The outer edges of the object are undulating and the rear is uneven and irregular. The object appears to be an unfinished peace where the edges have not been filed down and the ovals left un-separated (if they were intended to be separated) however its function is unknown. Another possibility is that it a cast jet with the runners removed and therefore is casting waste. The object has a smooth mid-white patina. Dimensions: 54mm in len…
Created on: Thursday 24th September 2015
Last updated: Thursday 24th September 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Backford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-0D3014
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is sub-triangular in plan and flat. One face is crudely inscribed with the number 12. The opposite face is undecorated. The object may have been used as a gaming piece or counter however this is not certain due to its undiagnostic nature. The object has a mid-white patina. Dimensions: 17.72mm in length, 19.56mm in width, 2.38mm thick, 4.2g
Created on: Friday 28th August 2015
Last updated: Friday 16th October 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kirkandrews', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-77C728
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Liverpool
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy object of uncertain function. The object is semi-circular in plan and is flat. Each face is undecorated, rough and pitted. Due to its undiagnostic nature it can not 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 plam guard however these tend to be D-shaped in cross-section allowing them to sit comfortably in the hand. 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: Thursday 16th July 2015
Last updated: Thursday 16th July 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Woolton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-9227BB
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Wirral
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy unidentified object, of uncertain date. The object is wedge-shaped and solidly cast, the thicker portion of is roughly rectangular in cross-section, and measures 10.30mm thick. The object then tapers win thickness towards the other end which is 2.02mm thick and wedge-shaped. One face of the object has five uneven deep vertical grooves in the central section. The opposite face has six horizantal groves at the rounded or wede-shaped end and five vertical grooves at teh thicker end. The thick terminal also has four deep grooves along it. These grooves are irregular and do no…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd June 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bromborough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-F54AF3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy ammonite of Post-Medieval to Modern date. The object is sub-circular in plan and uniface. The curled body of the ammonite decorates the outer face while the rear of the object is flat but pitted. The object has a dark cream patina and is in fair condition. It may have been cast from a fossil and would have been relatively easy to make. The coat of arms of Whitby Abbey shows three curled snakes, previously represented as ammonites. Taking the location of the find spot into account in the parish of Whitby this may represent a pilgrim's souvenir or a more modern tour…
Created on: Friday 22nd May 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 29th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-48D547
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy unidentified object of uncertain date. The object is circular in plan and conical. There is no decoration on any face of the object. The edges are smooth and rounded. The object may have functioned as a gaming piece or weight, however due to its un-diagnostic nature this cannot be certain. Alternatively it may have been formed as casting waste. The light cream patina is suggestive of an early date however objects such as this were in use from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval period.
Created on: Wednesday 18th February 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 18th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rostherne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A745E9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy object of unceratin function and date. The object is sub-circular in plan and oval in cross-section. At the top of the object is a central projection which is oval in cross-section. The projection is incomplete and possibly would have formed an attachment loop. Projecting from either side of the possible incomplete loop are two curved pointed triangular projections (four in total). The projections curve towards the central attachment. Each face of the object is decorated with lines of raised moulded pellets. A casting seeem remains around the edge of the object below…
Created on: Tuesday 30th September 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 30th September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mollington', grid reference and parish protected.