Record ID: WMID-59F712
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight of uncertain dating, possibly Roman to Post medieval (AD 43 to AD 1650). The weight is sub oval in shape with a flattened triangular cross section. An irregular suspension hole has been placed roughly centrally at the top of the weight. This hole has internal dimensions of 1.5 mm by 3.6 mm. The base is rounded. It measures 42.1 mm in length, 17.6 mm wide and has a maximum thickness of 10.2 mm. It weighs 45.6 g (1.61 oz). The weight is a light grey to off-white colour. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted i…
Created on: Monday 20th January 2020
Last updated: Monday 20th January 2020
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Record ID: WMID-E0FAE3
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast slightly off central. The internal diameter of the hole measures 6.1 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 24.9 mm and is 6.8 mm thick. It weighs 23.7 g (0.84 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the …
Created on: Tuesday 17th January 2017
Last updated: Monday 6th February 2017
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Record ID: WMID-C31B1B
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy, possible vat or tank, of uncertain dating but possibly Early Medieval (AD 750 to AD 1000). Around 50% of the vat or tank is present. None of the sides are complete. The base is incomplete with several holes and repair marks. The base now has a ripple effect, due to being found on a cobbled stream bed. No decoration appears to be present on either side. The rim was folded but now not attached to the main body of the tank. It has a diameter of 110cm (with a max length of 48 cm, and a max width of 28cm). The sides are 1.9 mm thick. None of the side…
Created on: Thursday 26th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2019
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Record ID: WMID-C05CEC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, probably Medieval to Modern in dating (AD 1200 - AD 1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single circular shaped hole is set off centre with an internal of diameter 9.7 mm. It measures 29.9 mm in length and has a diameter of 27.2 mm. It weighs 107.5 g (3.79 oz). It is a dark grey colour, with an uneven patina across the surface. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface.
Created on: Thursday 26th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 26th June 2014
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Record ID: LVPL-1F3DD4
Object type: BOX
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy, probable corner brace or staple, probably from a box, of probable Medieval dating (13th to 17th Centuries AD). The brace is L shaped in plan. The long edge has a rectangular section and has a blunt, rounded terminal. The short edge has a circular section, and has a sharp point. The brace is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 25.59mm in length, 19.65mm wide and 4.65mm thick. It weighs 2.7 grams. This artefact is probably a structural fitting of some form, the form is suggestive of a corner brace or a staple, howeve…
Created on: Thursday 15th September 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Yorkshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DEA6C0
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of cast copper alloy, probable casting waste, of uncertain dating (2150 BC to 1700 AD). However, due to the lack of context and continuation of casting styles, this fragment could be dated from the Bronze Age through to the Post Medieval Period (c.2150 BC - 1700 AD). The fragment is irregular in plan and cross section. It has an irregular, rough surface. It is a mid to dark green colour. An even patina covers the surface. It measures 49.21mm in length, 40.37mm wide and 6.65mm thick. It weighs 16.1 grams. In appearance, the fragment does display some similar…
Created on: Monday 12th September 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selby area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-4FCEE2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy artefact of uncertain dating and function. The artefact consists of a circular sectioned handle, with incomplete tip. The base of the handle has been decorated with a raised collar, and then an oval swelling. The top of the artefact is incomplete and has the remains of four curved arms. It is a dark green colour, with a slightly abraded uneven patina. It measures 43.81mm in length, 23.61mm wide and 7.00mm thick. It weighs 6.6 grams. The original function and hence dating of this artefact is uncertain, it demonstrates similar characteristics to a h…
Created on: Wednesday 24th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Selby area', grid reference and parish protected.