Record ID: WMID-9C9C83
Object type: BUTTON AND LOOP FASTENER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete enamelled copper alloy button and loop fastener, of Roman Wild 1970, Type VIa dating (2nd Century AD). Less than 50% of the button and loop fastener is present, consisting of the head of the button and loop fastener. The loop and part of the shank are missing. The head is rectangular and decorated with two colours of enamel, probably red and blue. The enamelled decoration is split into two styles. On one side is an alternating triangular pattern, with red inward facing triangles on one side and blue on the other. The other side has five rectangular cells, with alternatin…
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 16th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF5483
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a jar. Local (unsourced) greyware. Unclear fabric. Grey. Fabric: Grey. reduced interior. Grey Reduced core. grey reduced exterior. black colour coat. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: horizontal lines. Surface treatment: black colour coat. Condition: Abraded. Form: jar Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 37.1 mm. Width: 41.3 mm. Thickness: 7.6 mm. Total mass 14.2 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF34E4
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a plate or bowl. Severn Valley ware. Unclear fabric. Orangey red. Fabric: Red. Oxidised interior. Grey Reduced core. Red oxidised exterior. Red slip. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: rouletted. Surface treatment: red slip. Condition: Abraded. Form: plate/ bowl Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 18.3 mm. Width: 17.8 mm. Thickness: 5.6 mm. Total mass 2.3 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF0294
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy pendant, probably a crucifix, of Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. 1400 to c. 1600). The openwork frame is broadly shield shaped with a central cross with trefoiled terminals. An incomplete suspension loop is present at the top of the pendant, with an internal diameter of 2.9 mm. At the intersection the cross expands to a square plate behind the head of the crucified Jesus on the cross, with a radiating halo behind his head and curved outstretched arms, the hands fixed to the cross beam. This body extends down the centre of the cross with h…
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CD4236
Object type: SCABBARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy sword scabbard chape of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1450 to c. AD 1600). The chape consists of the front portion. The chape is broadly U-shape, or roughly sub-triangular, and semi-circular in cross-section. There are two v-shaped voids at one end where there would have been a flared opening. The sides taper downwards towards a basal knop at the other end. Two transverse ridges extend across the centre and upper portion of the chape. The reverse is concave with a bevelled edge that would have attached to the other half. …
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CCB4EC
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the spring, pin, catch-plate and foot missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. The r…
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-4DADCB
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end of possible Late Roman dating (AD 300 to AD AD 450). Over 75% of the strap end is present, with both terminals incomplete. The top has an incomplete circular rivet hole (internal diameter: 2.2 mm) before extending downwards to a rectangular collar containing a second rivet hole. This one contains soil or iron corrosion products. It has an internal diameter of 2.2 mm. The main body of the strap end is an oval shape with an engraved decoration on the front. This has a central lozenge, with cross-hatching inside. On each corner are two stamped annulet…
Created on: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4D5CF0
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the pin, catch-plate and foot missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. The back of t…
Created on: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-496D05
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy single loop spur buckle with an integral plate of medieval dating (c.AD 1250-1400). The head of the buckle has an oval frame leading to the body which is slightly concave and tapers to a point. There are two rivet holes below the loop which have been filled and are intersected by a horizontal ridge. Iron corrosion products obscure the holes and part of the loop. The plate is incomplete, broken about at the midway point. The reverse of the buckle is undecorated and the pin is missing. It measures 21.3 mm in length, 14.3 mm wide and 3.4 mm thick. It…
Created on: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E41BF6
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy domed mount or strap fitting, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The mount is sub circular in shape, and domed. No decoration is visible on the front of the mount. The remains of two attachment spikes are located on opposite sides of the reverse.  It measures 15.1 mm in length, 12.2 mm wide and 4.6 mm thick. It weighs 1.2 g. The mount is a mid green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail.
Created on: Friday 12th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 12th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9BAB74
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative type dating to around 80 AD to 120 AD. Around 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow, and the wings. The pin, foot and catchplate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The wings are cylindrical in shape, enclosing an axis bar. The pin is hinged. Iron corrosion products are present, indicating that the axis bar was made from iron. The front of the wings have been decorated with a vertical groove at the end. The bow extends from the middle of the wings, and is a domed strip style. A central vertical groove …
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9AB127
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete sub square lead alloy artefact of uncertain function and form, but probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The artefact is sub square in shape, with the remains of an iron shank extending from one corner. The front exhibits decoration. Five rounded pellets in the centre, in a cross design, within an arched tressure, all within a lozenge shaped cartouche. The reverse has a raised cross design. The corners are rounded. It measures 22.5 mm in length, 19.4 mm wide and 5.8 mm thick. It weighs 4.9 g.  The artefact is light to mid grey colour, with an even…
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-999CC5
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete strap plate from a buckle or clasp, of Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500).  The strap plate is sub rectangular in plate, with a pointed terminal. The other end has been wrapped around a strap bar. Iron corrosion products partially obscure the end, but a rectangular notch is visible, presumably for a pin (now missing). No decoration is visible on either the front or reverse of the strap plate. A small rivet hole is present, close to the strap bar end, this has an internal diameter of 1.2 mm. A rivet is present close to the pointed terminal. This has a diameter of 1…
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-98CE91
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1500 to AD 1650). It is oval in shape with a narrow D shape section band going to the back on one end and a similar, shorter length on the other. This may have formed a loop or two clinched lugs. The front has a symmetrical floral design (adorsed foliage) in low relief set in an incuse panel leaving a raised border.  It measures 32.0 mm in length, 16.8 mm wide and 11.8 mm thick. It weighs 5.1 g. The strap fitting is a dark green to grey colour, with an even surface patina. Several simil…
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-989A92
Object type: CANDLE SNUFFER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy candle snuffer of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1600 to AD 1750).  Both terminals of the candle snuffer are a lys (fleur de lis) shape. The central section of the mount has three ring and dot stamped decorative details. Two attachment holes are present along the top edge of the object. They have an internal diameter of 3.2 mm. The underside is flat. It measures 55.4 mm in length, 12.5 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 7.0 g The candle snuffer is a mid to dark brown colour with an ev…
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 8th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-482972
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver penny of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1578 to AD 1580, issued as part of the second coinage. Minted at the Tower of London. C.f. North vol 2, p135, no 2001. Diameter: 15.6 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-47E0D8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver penny of Edward III (AD 1327 to AD 1377), dating to the period AD 1344 to AD 1351, issued as part of the third 'florin' coinage. Type 4/1. Minted in London. C.f. North vol 2, p47, no 1116. Diameter: 18.7 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 0.9 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-47B48C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete milled silver sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), dating to the period AD 1696. Milled at the Tower of London. C.f. Spink 2007, p. 352, no 3520. Diameter: 21.2 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 2.8 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-462553
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver halfpenny of Alexander III of Scotland (AD 1249 to AD 1286), dating to the period AD 1280 to AD 1292. Class M coinage. Coin is in two fragments. Diameter: 14.2 mm Thickness: 0.5 mm Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-44E581
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete heavily worn silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272 to AD 1307), dating to the period AD 1280 to AD 1289. Canterbury Mint. Class probably 3c or d. C.f. North vol 2, p 28, no 1018-9. Coin was folded in half, with reverse inside and has since broken, with only one half remaining. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight: 0.2 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-44C3FB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rose farthing token of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), dating to the period AD 1634 to AD 1649. Minted at London. Rose type 1. C.f. North vol 2, p 165, no 2287-2290. Diameter: 13.3 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Weight: 0.7 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-449ECE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian (AD 364 to AD 378), dating to the period AD 364 to AD 378 (Reece Period 19). GLORIA ROMANORVM depicting the Emperor right, holding standard and dragging a captive person. Mint uncertain. Diameter: 10.7 mm Thickness: 1.4 mm Weight: 0.4 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9C7C4C
Object type: PADLOCK
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy barb-spring padlock, of Medieval dating (AD 1150 to AD 1200). It has an square case with a T-shape key aperture on the recessed end plate; the other end of the plate has a recessed surface with two rectangular apertures divided by a vertical septum which indicates a mechanism with two spring strips. The top face of the case has a rectangular recess which housed the projecting arm of the missing spring mechanism. The padlock has a fixed bolt on rectangular, pierced arm projecting from the top of the end plate; the base of the arm has a perforat…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9C5A02
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy hooked strap fitting of probable post-medieval date (AD 1500 - AD 1700). The mount is asymmetrical with a fleur-de-lys or trefoil shape at the upper edge and a pair of rounded projections towards the base at the terminal where the integral hook extends. The rounded end of the hook broadens then narrow slightly to a rounded knop at the end. The centre of the mount is decorated with an incised pattern of a central stem and curling branches. The reverse of the object is flat and undecorated. There are two rivet holes, one above the other on the main…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9C2D74
Object type: PLAQUE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy furniture decorative plaque or escutcheon of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The plaque is flat. The front exhibits stamped or punched decoration. The reverse is undecorated and no signs of attachment spikes. The front has a large rounded main section, which has the stamped decoration, in the form of semi-circles or crescents. These almost create a bird wing shape and decoration. Beneath this is an oval extension with a countersunk rivet hole. The hole is empty, and has an internal diameter of 0.8 mm. This extension has a circular knop to the…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9AF466
Object type: BLADE
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / knapped blade, formed from a tertiary debitage flake, of probable Neolithic dating (c. 4,000 BC to c. 2, 350 BC). The probable blade has a sub trapezoidal cross section, and is sub rectangular in shape. Retouch is present along the long edges and the short side (short, subparallel, abrupt). The probable blade has been made from a piece of tertiary debitage, probably the remains of a core for making blades. The flake has been made from a dark grey flint, with little surface patination. Length: 29.2 mm Width: 22.1 mm Thickness: 5.2&n…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-897737
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver cut half penny of Henry III (AD 1216 to AD 1272), dating to the period AD 1222 to 1236. Minted by moneyer Ioan at Canterbury mint. Class 7b. C.f. North vol 1, p223, no 979. Diameter: 17.9 mm Width: 8.5 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 0.6 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-87AA6E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver groat of Mary I (AD 1553 to AD 1558), dating to the period AD 1553 to AD 1554. Minted at the Tower of London. Privy mark: Pomegranate. C.f. North vol 2, p 126, no 1960. Diameter: 23.9 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-878662
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped silver penny of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1570 to AD 1572. Minted at the Tower of London. Mintmark: Castle. C.f. North vol 2, p 135, no 2001. Diameter: 14.7 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight: 0.3 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-875607
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete clipped silver shilling of James I (AD 1603 to AD 1625), dating to the period AD 1604 to AD 1605. Minted at the Tower of London. Mintmark: Lis. C.f. North vol 2, p 146, no 2099. Diameter: 23.6 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-86E4FF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy half crown of James II ((AD 1685 - AD1688 (in Ireland AD 1685 - AD 1691), dating to the period AD 1690. Reverse depicts probably crossed spears behind a double arched crown, with May beneath crown, J to the left, R to the right and triple XXX above. Spink (2003) page 169 - 171, number 6580 - 6582. Diameter: 28.6 mm Thickness: 2.6 mm Weight: 10.0 g During 1689 and 1690, James II operated a military campaign in Ireland from where he planned to mount an invasion of England, having been deposed by Ma…
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-869F07
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete heavily worn silver shilling of Charles II (AD 1660 to AD 1685), dating to the period AD 1663 to AD 1669. Crowned cruciform shields reverse type. Minted at the Tower London. Spink (2007), page 321 - 322, No 3371 and 3372. Diameter: 25.6 mm Thickness: 1.2 mm Weight: 5.1 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-85C163
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 A complete copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 306 to AD 361), dating to the period AD 330 to AD 340 (Reece Period 17). CONSTANTINOPOLIS issue depicting Victory standing left on prow. Mint of Trier. Diameter: 16.6 mm Thickness: 1.5 mm Weight: 2.1 g
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-854BF0
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy French Jetton of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1497 - AD 1521. Obverse depicts four fleurs de lis (lys) in a lozenge within a tressure of four arches, and the reverse depicts a simple cross pattee in the field with flowers in each quarter, struck mainly in Tournai during the reign of Louis XII (1497-1515) but also struck during the reign of Francis I (1515-1547) up to the year 1521 when Tournai was occupied by Charles V. Jetton has been folded. Diameter: 20.3 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.0 …
Created on: Wednesday 8th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-718CF6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete copper alloy Colchester derivative (Polden Hill) brooch of Roman date (AD 80-120). The brooch is T shaped in plan. The wings are cylindrical with perforated end caps. The foot and catch plate are missing.  The spring at the rear of the head comprises of seven coils with the pin remains curving over in the centre. The spring extends through a complete perforated lug which is at the centre of the rear of the head. The wings are cylindrical and the wing caps extend slightly beyond the width of the wings. A diagonal groove is present on each of th…
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 7th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F62E6C
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete harness pendant dating to the Medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400). The object is made up of a sexfoil pendant, suspended within an outer pendant. The outer pendant is also a sexfoil with narrow, rounded arches and a flat reverse. At the top of the outer pendant projects the suspension loop. This is rectangular in plan and has a circular perforation (2.7 mm internal diameter) through the centre. A drilled hole below the suspension loop retains a horizontal axis spindle from which the smaller sexfoil pendant is suspended. The smaller pendant rests on the inne…
Created on: Wednesday 1st March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F5A9D8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 306 to AD 361), dating to the period AD 330 to AD 335 (Reece Period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers and two standards. Mint uncertain.  Diameter: 14.0 mm Thickness: 1.6 mm Weight: 0.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 1st March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F8621E
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy anonymous issue Nuremberg jetton, 'ship-penny' type, of Post medieval dating (AD 1490-1550). Obverse: fictitious legend; Profile of a sailing ship with exaggerated rigging and sail omitted, the bow has a pennant pole on the right; with waves beneath the ship. Reverse: fictitious legend; Four fleurs de lis in a lozenge. Diameter: 25.9 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.8 g
Created on: Friday 17th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F83D8A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable As or Dupondius of uncertain Emperor but dating to the period AD 41 to AD 260 AD. Reverse type uncertain. Mint uncertain. Diameter: 26.0 mm Thickness: 3.7 mm Weight: 9.8 g
Created on: Friday 17th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E33124
Object type: STEELYARD
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy possible steelyard of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The possible steelyard has a square shank. One end has a double collar terminal, with central circular knop. The upper collar has been decorated with oblique slashes to create a ropelike decoration. The other end exhibits a patinated break. The square shank has several horizontal grooves across the width. It measures 63.2 mm in length, 4.6 mm wide and 4.2 mm thick. The head is 6.5 mm tall, with a maximum diameter of 8.5 mm. It weighs 9.1 g. The possible steelyard is mid to dark green in colour.…
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E2B328
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill (Mackreth 2011, Part 3, Group 5, flat wing type, Western Group), c.f. Mackreth 2011, 5.b4.Plate 50, of Roman dating (AD 80 - AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of the upper part of the bow and wings. The lower half of the bow, foot, spring and pin are missing. The brooch is T-shaped in plan and the wings are semi-cylindrical. The wings have been decorated with a rope style vertical line. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile. A re…
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E10AF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Theodosius (AD 378-402), probably of Theodosius I (AD 379-395), dating to the period c.AD 378-383 (Reece period 20). CONCORDIA AVGGG reverse type depicting Constantinopolis seated facing on throne, head right, right foot on prow and right hand holding a reverse spear, left hand resting on knee. Probably mint of Arles. cf. RIC IX, p. 67, no. 21. Diameter: 17.3 mm Thickness: 1.5 mm Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E0C792
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian (AD 364 to AD 378). Reece period 19. Reverse type GLORIA ROMANORVM depicting Emperor advancing right, holding standard and dragging a captive person. Mint uncertain. Diameter: 18.4 mm Thickness: 1.7 mm Weight: 2.1 g
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E0AD63
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 306 to AD 361), dating to the period AD 330 to AD 335 (Reece Period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers and one standards. Mint uncertain. Diameter: 15.2 mm Thickness: 1.3 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-68B0A4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver cut half penny of uncertain ruler but dating to between AD 1247 to AD 1278. Mint and Moneyer uncertain. Class uncertain. Diameter: 19.0 mm Width: 9.4 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight: 0.6 g
Created on: Tuesday 17th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 17th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D651F5
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete lead alloy possible model for a trumpet style brooch, dating from 75 to 175 AD. Around 25% of the possible model is present, consisting of the head. The head is conical and tapers to a point. The base is recessed with a depression at the centre.  It measures 15.4 mm in length, 9.6 mm wide and 8.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.1 g. The possible model is a dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in damage to the original surface. The shape of the artefact is consistent with that of a head of a t…
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8AFDE0
Object type: BODKIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete but bent silver bodkin. The bodkin has been bent in two places. The first bend is at the top, halfway down the square eye and it has been bent approximately 180 degrees. The second bend is around the two thirds down the length and is at an angle of approximately 60 degrees. The bodkin was originally rectangular, flat, and tapers down to a blunt point. At the top of the bodkin, there is a circular ear scoop. Beneath this is an oval section. Below this an vertical square eye. A double horizontal groove is present on both sides beneath the eye. Engraved decoratio…
Created on: Thursday 1st December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 10th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-B81674
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete gilded silver composite dress hook. It consists of a back plate, sub triangular in shape, with saw-tooth edges. From each of the three corners of the backplate project three hemispherical domes. Each dome is decorated with three filigree wire circles, two of these face away from the centre of the backplate; the one facing the centre is covered with a silver disc - a rove (see below). Small spherical knops are located above and below where the outward facing filigree circles meet. In the centre of the backplate and protruding between the three domes is th…
Created on: Monday 21st November 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 11th October 2023
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Record ID: WMID-37E1EF
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy bi convex decorated spindle whorl, of probably the Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1100 to AD 1450. The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and lentoid in section. Faint traces of decoration are on both the upper and lower surfaces, probably chevrons. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has a internal diameter of 8.6 mm. The whorl measures 23.2 mm in diameter and 9.3 mm thick. It weighs 16.3 g (0.57 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey in colour, w…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-37AF3A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
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. There is a hole of internal diameter 9.7 mm which is cast off-centre. The surface appears undecorated but this may be due to abrasion in the soil. The whorl has a diameter of 26.4 mm and is 11.4 mm thick. It weighs 36.0 g (1.27 oz). The whorl is light grey in colour, and has an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has re…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-3726E8
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete rectangular shoe buckle frame of Post Medieval dating (AD 1720 to AD 1790). Less than 25% of the buckle frame is present, with one of the spindle holes present. A ridge is present on the reverse, this contains the spindle hole. On the front, the frame is decorated. On the inside are two oval holes, surrounded by a rope style border, with a triangular knop between the holes. On the outer side edge is a plain raised border with thin rope style edging to top and bottom. It measures 11.4 mm in length, 17.1 mm wide and 4.1 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The buckle frame is a mi…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-36E1A4
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy mount of Early Post Medieval dating (c. 1500 to c. 1600). The mount is in the form of an extended fleur de lis (lys). The centre expands into a pear-shaped body between a collared section at the top which tapers into a smaller knop, with a tapered trefoil knop at the base. The front is convex and the reverse is largely flat. The reverse has the stubs of two integral corroded rivets. Traces of tinning survive in patches on the surface. It measures 24.4 mm in length, 8.4 mm wide and 5.9 mm thick. It weighs 2.3 g. The mount is a dark green…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-369CB2
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy cruciform style belt mount of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The belt mount is in a cross shape. It has been made from four fleur de lys (lis) joined centrally at the stalk, creating a cross fleuretty shape. A raised pellet is present in the centre. Traces of gilding are present around the base of the raised pellet. The reverse is flat, with an incomplete integral attachment spike positioned centrally. The attachment spike has a circular cross section, with an diameter of 2.0 mm. It measures 13.7 mm in length, 14.6 …
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-362870
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill (Mackreth 2011, Part 3, Group 5, flat wing type, Western Group), c.f. Mackreth 2011, 5.b4.Plate 50, of Roman dating (AD 80 - AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of the upper part of the bow and wings. The lower half of the bow, foot, spring and pin are missing. The brooch is T-shaped in plan and the wings are semi-cylindrical. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile. A rectangular groove is present at the reverse of the head alo…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-359CE8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill of Roman dating AD 80 to AD120. Around 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow. The wings, spring, pin, foot and catch plate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow is angular and hump back, resembling a comma. It is broken around 1/3 of its length. The wings are incomplete and consist of small stubs. A cylindrical recess is present behind the wings, this would originally have retained the spring. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 20.4 mm in length, 12.6 …
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-25BE88
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver cut half penny of uncertain ruler but dating to between AD 1247 to AD 1278. Mint, possibly Canterbury. Moneyer uncertain. Class uncertain. Diameter: 17.6 mm Width: 9.3 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 0.7 g
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-255B5E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver farthing of Edward II (AD 1307 to AD 1327), dating to the period AD 1300 to AD 1310. Mint of London. Withers type 30. Class 10-11. C.f. North vol 2, p 38, no 1070/1. Diameter: 11.5 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 0.2 g
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 16th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-24EEF8
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy bifaced token of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token has a four petalled flower design (Powell type 1). The reverse has a four petalled flower design (Powell type 1).  It measures 22.6 mm in diameter and 3.2 mm thick. It weighs 7.0 g. The token is a light grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is worn.
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2292FC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver denarius of Faustina Junior (under Marcus Aurelius) (AD 147 to AD 174), dating to the period AD 161 (Reece Period 8). SAECVLI FELICIT reverse type depicting a throne with twins on it. Minted in Rome in AD 161. C.f. RIC 712. Diameter: 17.9 mm Thickness: 2.4 mm Weight: 2.4 g
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-906853
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy line weight or bead of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable line weight is rectangular in shape, with a square cross section. A hole appears to run through the length of the weight, this is mostly infilled with soil at time of recording. One face has been decorated with two raised crosses or Xs. The next face has a raised pellet in the centre. The next face has a horizonital groove. The final face has an unclear design, it appears to have a saltire style cross on one end. But it also exhibits a post depositional scar, probably str…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 11th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-901489
Object type: FLAKE
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete flake from a prepared core of Late Neolithic to Early Iron Age dating (3300 BC to 1000 BC). The flake is sub rectangular in shape and a mid brown colour. Part of a striking platform is present at the top of the flake. Retouch is present along both edges and can be classified as short, sub-parallel, semi-abrupt. It measures 40.6 mm in length, 24.9 mm maximum width, and 6.0 mm maximum thickness. It weighs 7.2 g. Flakes like this from prepared cores could date from between the Late Neolithic through to the Early Iron Age. This flake is prob…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 7th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8F58E9
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three copper alloy looped plate strap fittings and a hooked ring, probably from a sword belt of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700). The three looped plate strap fittings are all of the same type. They are sub triangular with a forked terminal on the front plate. The front is decorated with three transverse ridges, each decorated with small diagonal grooves. A rivet hole is present between the two lower transverse ridges, and continues through to the back plate. The top of the strap fittings continues into a loop which continues down into a rectangular undecorated back plat…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-8ECE8D
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy button of Late Medieval dating (15th Century). The button has a flat disc like head, with an integral rectangular shank extending from the centre of the reverse. The shank has a drilled circular hole, positioned approximately centrally. The shank is 13.4 mm long, 9.1 mm wide and 3.5 mm thick. The attachment hole has an internal diameter of 3.1 mm. It has bevelled edges. The front of the button has been decorated with two incised circles, a smaller one in the centre and a larger one around the outside. The button head has a diameter of 18.9 mm and the …
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-8E9468
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272 to AD 1307), dating to the period c.AD 1299 to c. AD 1300/1. Minted at London. Class 9b. C.f. North vol 2, p 30, no 1037/1. Diameter: 18.4 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-8E1518
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272 to AD 1307), dating to the period AD 1307 to AD 1309. Minted in Canterbury. Class 10cf3b1. Diameter: 18.6 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-8D6EC7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), dating to the period AD 1697. Minted at Bristol. C.f. Spink, p 358, no 3352. Diameter: 21.0 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 2.5 g
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-521C44
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete 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 8.5 mm wide. The whorl has a diameter of 26.7 mm and is 6.2 mm thick. It weighs 25.4 g (0.89 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the o…
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-51F4FE
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub spherical is shape with a casting sprue in the upper hemisphere and a casting seam running around its circumference. The object has several pits. The musket ball has a diameter of 14.2 mm and weighs 14.9 g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-51D54F
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub spherical is shape with a casting sprue in the upper hemisphere and a casting seam running around its circumference. The object has several pits. The musket ball has a diameter of 17.9 mm and weighs 33.4 g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-51CB20
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub spherical is shape with a casting sprue in the upper hemisphere and a casting seam running around its circumference. The object has several pits. The musket ball has a diameter of 17.8 mm and weighs 33.0 g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-51BEF1
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is sub spherical is shape with a casting sprue in the upper hemisphere and a casting seam running around its circumference. The object has several pits and is flattened on one side. The musket ball has a diameter of 14.4 mm and weighs 13.5 g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-51B512
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead musket ball dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1600-1800). The object is spherical is shape with a casting sprue in the upper hemisphere and a casting seam running around its circumference. The object has several pits but does not appear to have been fired. The musket ball has a diameter of 12.6 mm and weighs 10.3g. The musket ball is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina. There are a large number of similar objects recorded on the PAS database, inlcuding: SUR-A2A4A4; SWYOR-8E3D62; and SWYOR-1BE638.
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-512057
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Harness Pendant of the medieval Period, dating from AD 1189 - AD 1399. The pendant is a "heater" shield shaped type (flat top with sides sloping steeply to a point). On the flat edge is an integral suspension loop set at a right angle to the pendant, angled forwards. The suspension loop is complete, with an internal diameter of 2.3 mm. The front face of the pendant shows moulded heraldic decoration, consisting of three passant lions left with paws raised on a red enamel background. In heraldic terms this blazon would be described as 'gules, three lions pas…
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 9th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-091269
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy head from a hair pin, of Early Medieval dating (AD 700 to AD 900). The hair pin consists of the head. The shank is missing. The head is similar to that of Cool's Group 15 type (Cool, 1990, 164), consisting of a cube shaped head, covered by diamond and triangular shaped facets (Orthorhombic shape). Each of the sides has been decorated with a ring and dot stamp. Three (3) ring and dots are present on both the front and back faces. One ring and dot is present on each of the side facets. The top is plain. A small circular collar is present just beneath…
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-06BA1F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), probably dating to the period 1594 to 1595/6. Minted at the Tower of London. Mintmark probably Woolpack. C.f. North vol 2, p137, no 2016. Diameter: 17.7 mm Thickness: 0.5 mm Weight: 0.9 g
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-061EAF
Object type: BULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead papal bull of Pope Clement VI, whose papacy lasted from c. AD 1341 - 1352. The bull is a cast lead oval seal which has decoration on both faces. The obverse(recta) depicts the faces of St Peter and St Paul below the inscription SPASPE (SPA = Sanctus Paulus, SPE = Sanctus Petrus), with a cross between the faces. St. Paul is seen on the left looking right, with a long pointed beard, and St. Peter is on the right facing left, with a rounded face and beard and hair formed from pellets. The faces are surrounded by an intermittent beaded border and also around the …
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 28th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-05FC51
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token has a six petalled flower with pellets between the pellets (Powell type 1). The reverse is undecorated. It measures 20.4 mm in diameter and 3.7 mm thick. It weighs 7.1 g. The token is a light grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-05E4F8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A conical lead alloy weight of probable Medieval to Post-Medieval date, circa (AD 1300 - 1700). The weight is conical in form. The sides of the weight flare to the flat circular base.The upper edge has a flattened top. The base is flat. A central square perforation or suspension hole runs the length of the weight. It measures 3.4 mm by 4.3 mm internally. The weight is undecorated. It has a height of 41.3 mm. The base diameter is 35.4 mm and the top diameter is 19.9 mm. It weighs 294.2 g (10.38 oz). The weight is an off white colour, with an even surface patina. Various …
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-74AEF1
Object type: FOB
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy probable 'fob' or 'dangler', of Late Iron Age to Early Roman dating (200 BC to AD 100) The piece consists of a flat-sectioned triskele style design. A triangle with inward curving sides is present at the centre. Around the outside, joined to each apex are a pair of crescents, one curving inwards and the other curving outwards. Iron corrosion products are visible in the centre of the triangle, indicating that the suspension point extended from the centre. No other decoration is present on the front or reverse of the fob or …
Created on: Monday 13th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-71CEAC
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete piece of decorated copper alloy sheet metal, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). The piece of copper alloy metal is sub rectangular in shape, with no complete original edges. All breaks are patinated. The front bears engraved decoration, consisting of several short curvilinear lines, probably imitiating hair or clothing folds. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 21.9 mm in length, 41.0 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 10.6 g. The artefact is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. This fragment may been from a strap plat…
Created on: Monday 13th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-0B72EA
Object type: BRIDLE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable bridle boss or belt buckle of Late Post Medieval to Early Modern dating (AD 1800 to AD 1900). The probable bridle boss is circular. It is domed. The front has been decorated with a series of concentric circles. The outer edge has a series of circular perforations positioned regularly around. They have an internal diameter of 3.4 mm. The edge has been decorated with a repeating pattern of triangular and semi circular projections. An incomplete rectangular attachment loop is present to one side. It has a diameter of 73.9 mm and is 3.8 mm thick. It we…
Created on: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-F70C70
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy figurative applique plaque of a reclining Medieval knight from a Cruxification scene, of Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1500). The plaque consists of the torso of a male individual, wearing medieval style clothing. His face is angled downwards to the left. He is wearing a hood or plain skull cap helmet. His right arm is raised upwards, behind his head, bent at the elbow. His left arm is bent downwards, bent at the elbow and his left hand is on his waist. His tunic has a zig zig design across the middle. A circular attachment hole is present at the centr…
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 14th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-F5FB27
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strip, of uncertain function and form, but probably Post medieval in dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The artefact consists of a rectangular strip of copper alloy metal, with three straight sides and one endented (scalloped). The short edges are incomplete. No decoration is visible on either side. It measures 22.5 mm in length, 8.1 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 1.6 g. The artefact is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-CC18C0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A heavily corroded copper-alloy coin of unclear date, possibly a core of a plated Iron Age stater (c.100 BC-AD 43), although a later date range into the Roman period, c.AD 43-260 cannot be ruled out entirely. Both faces are illegible and have suffered from extensive corrosion. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 2.9 mm Weight: 2.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-CC01F1
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the spring, pin, catch-plate and foot missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. A rearward facin…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-92F0D4
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete enamelled copper alloy heraldic quatrefoil horse harness pendant, probably displaying the Arms of England, of Medieval dating (c. 1270 to c. 1340). The quatrefoil pendant has a central shield shape with one lion rampart. Above to either side are the remains of probable fleur de lis/lys. Beneath none. Trace of a blue (azure) enamel remain in the lower part of the pendant. The back is undecorated. The suspension loop has been set at a right angle to the body of the pendant. The suspension hole is full of iron corrosion products. It measures 40.9 mm in length, 30.9 m…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Saturday 13th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-92AC63
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap slide of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 50% of the strap slide is present. It consists of a flat curvilinear plate with splayed bifid terminals. It tapers to a blunt incomplete point. The plate is decorated on the front surface with an incised foliate design. The reverse of the mount has an integral rectangular looped bar, broken towards one end. It measures 19.4 mm in length, 13.7 mm wide and is 2.3 mm thick (not including the attachment spike). Including the attachment spike, it is 11.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.6 g. The…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-90B276
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable expanded outer edge of a buckle frame, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). Less than 25% of the buckle frame is present, consisting probably of part of the expanded outer edge and pin rest of a buckle frame. It measures 24.9 mm in length, 6.7 mm wide and 3.6 mm thick. It weighs 2.2 g. The probable buckle fragment is a dark green colour with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. The buckle frame fragment proba…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-9085EC
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy pseudoheraldic mount of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1750). The mount is roughly oval in shape. The front bears moulded decoration. A flat topped shield is central, with a border. Around the edges are scrolls to the top and ribbons to the bottom. The reverse shows traces of three integral iron attachment spikes. It measures 38.2 mm in length, 30.0 mm wide and 5.3 mm thick. It weighs 19.2 g. The mount is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. A similar lead alloy mount has been recorded as DOR-C8748E and is considered to be P…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-903E76
Object type: HARNESS MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy harness mount or badge with heraldic detail, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1800 to AD 1900) The harness mount was originally circular in shape. A shield design is visible in the centre, depicting probably three lions or wyverns passant. An inscription is present around the edge of the mount, but this is mostly illegible. The following letters can be distinguished [ ]OF [ ]REY [ ] C V [ ]1884. Iron corrosions products are present on the reverse, obscuring the original surface. It has a diameter of 26.8 mm and is 4.1 mm thick (including corrosion produ…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-8FD5D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An clipped medieval Irish silver penny of Richard III (1483-85), 'cross and pellets' coinage, mint: Dublin (Spink S6410). Ref: Spink 2003: 138; Mac Conamhna 2017: 120-22.  Diameter: 12.5 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 0.4 g
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-540DE5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver penny of John I of England (AD 1199 to AD 1216), dating to the period AD 1205 to AD 1207. Minted by Andrev in Lincoln, Class 5a. C.f. North vol 1, p 231, no 968/4. Diameter: 18.2 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-53E8A4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver cut half penny of John I of England (AD 1199 to AD 1216), dating to the period AD 1205 to AD 1207. Class 5b. Minted by moneyer Iohan, probably in either Canterbury, Exeter, Ipswich or Kings Lynn. C.f. North vol 1, p 231, no 970. Diameter: 18.0 mm Width: 9.6 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-539C62
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy cloth seal of probable Post Medieval dating, circa 1500-1700. The seal comprises of one circular disk, with remains of attachment tabs to either side, indicating it was originally a 4 four cloth seal. The design is unclear and involves a horseshoe with a figure or harp inside it. The reverse face is undecorated. It measures 13.9 mm in length, 11.1 mm diameter of the disks and 1.3 mm thick. It weighs 0.9 g. The surfaces of the seal are worn with a fairly even cream coloured patina. Egan (1995) illustrates a number of cloth seals with variou…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-536F42
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy cloth seal of probable Post Medieval dating, circa 1500-1700. The seal comprises of two circular disks, broadly the same size, and a connecting strip. One face with the flattened rivet in it, has a plain border with the letters OSW and then an unclear merchant or privy mark in the centre. The design is incomplete. The reverse face is undecorated. It measures 18.3 mm in length, 16.5 mm diameter of the disks and 4.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.7 g. The surfaces of the seal are worn with a fairly even cream coloured patina. Egan (1995) illustrates …
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-51BDA6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token consists of an plain cross, with a pellet in each quarter (Powell type 14). Reverse is undecorated. It measures 15.5 mm in diameter and 2.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.2 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-5154CC
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill of Roman dating AD 80 to AD120. Around 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow and wings. The spring, pin, foot and catch plate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow is angular and hump back, resembling a comma. It is broken around 1/3 of its length. Ridges are present at the shoulders, between the bow and the wings. The wings are semi cylindrical. A cylindrical recess is present behind the wings, this would have originally retained the spring. The reverse is undecorated. …
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-510E8F
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy buckle pin, probably from a trapezoidal double loop buckle frame, probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700). The pin has been made from a triangular sheet of copper alloy metal. The wide end would have been folded around the strap bar and is now incomplete. It tapers to a blunt point. It measures 24.0 mm in length, 4.5 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 0.9 g. The buckle pin is a dark green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. It was found in a similar area to WMID-50D6EE and is likely to be the missing pin from that…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-50D6EE
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy double looped trapezoidal buckle of Post Medieval dating (AD 1620 -AD 1680). The buckle frame is present, the strap plate and pin are missing. The outer loops is sub rectangular in shape. Both outer loops has a trefoil shaped end and a lobed protrusion at either end of the narrowed strap bar. The buckle measures 35.4 mm in length, 19.9 mm wide and is 3.2 mm thick. It weighs 7.5 g. The buckle is brown in colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of some of the sur…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-50C00F
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy trapezoidal buckle frame, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1660 to AD 1720). Only the buckle frame is present, the pin, chape and axis bar are missing. The buckle frame is trapezoidal in plan, with a drilled frame, for a separate spindle. The frame exhibits moulded decoration. Scrolled knops are present on either side of the spindle holes and a moulded pin rest is present on both of the outer loops. The pin rest moulding consists of a V shaped notch. The buckle frame measures 25.0 mm in length, 17.3 mm wide and 3.8 mm thick. It weighs 2.7 grams. Th…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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