Record ID: WMID-5C6C02
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A minimum of three lead or lead alloy, possible vat or tanks, of uncertain dating but possibly Early Medieval (AD 750 to AD 1000). The three vats were originally found together, but are now fragmentary. All three vats have oval bases, and originally upright walls, however they have all been flattened, with the sides pressed inwards. All three vats have similar folded seams at two sides of the vat, where the sides join together. Vat 1 is the larger of the three vats and exhibits different decoration to the other two. Vat 1 has raised twisted rope style in a chevron or a zig z…
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2023
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Record ID: WMID-86C378
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rim sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The rim sherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Severn Valley ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a storage jar type vessel. The sherd measures 6.91 mm thick and weighs 14.8 grams. It measures 31.20 mm in length and 42.51 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Severn Valley Ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: RE (Rounded Direct, Everted forward). Sherd thickness: 6.91 mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, oxidised…
Created on: Wednesday 12th June 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 12th June 2013
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Record ID: WMID-BD0256
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three joining rim fragments of a copper alloy vessel, probably of Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). Around 25% of the rim is present, and the diameter was originally 20 cm. The rim of the vessel is rounded everted and there is a wide collar present just below the rim. The inside of the vessel has been silvered or tinned. The largest fragment measures 42.3 mm in length, 73.7 mm wide and 1.2 mm thick. It weighs 19.4 g. The middle sized fragment measures 23.9 mm in length, 46.7 mm wide and 1.3 mm thick. It weighs 8.7 g. The smallest fragment measures 30.5 mm in length, 41.1 mm wide a…
Created on: Monday 13th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 13th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4AAA00
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A bodysherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a bodysherd, in a fabric is similar to that of a local (unsourced) miscellaneous greyware, consistent with 2nd to 4th Century AD dating. Part of an applied strip handle is present. The sherd is 4.1 mm thick and weighs 8.0 g. It has a length of 37.4 mm and is 25.4 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: local (unsourced) miscellaneous greyware Sherd type: bodysherd Wall thickness: 4.1 mm Firing condition: unoxidised exterior, unoxidised core, unoxidised inte…
Created on: Thursday 14th May 2015
Last updated: Thursday 14th May 2015
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Record ID: WMID-0B4E3C
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rim sherd of a wheel thrown moulded ceramic vessel, of Early Roman dating (Mid to Late 1st Century). The rimsherd is consistent with that of a Samian fabric type, possibly from La Graufesenque in South Gaul, and is consistent with Mid to Late 1st Century dating. The shape of the sherd is consistent with a carinated bowl type such as a Dragendorff type 29. The front of the sherd exhibits moulded and rouletted decoration. A bead rim is present at the top. Below this, are two bands of rouletting, one wide and one narrow. Underneath this, the decoration panels start. The a wide hor…
Created on: Monday 10th November 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-79B696
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A rim fragment from a hand made (blown) glass vessel, of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The fragment consists of a flattened sub oval rim, descending into a narrow circular neck. This fragment probably came from a small jar or ointment vessel. The vessel was probably a mid translucent green colour, but patination on the surface has obscured some of the original vessel coloration. It has a rim length of 27.4 mm, is 22.9 mm wide and 4.1 mm thick. The neck of the vessel has a diameter 15.1 mm, with walls 2.8 mm thick. Overall it measures 18.1 mm in length, 27.4 mm wide an…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
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Record ID: WMID-055205
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rim sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The rim sherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as a local miscellaneous (unsourced) white ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a low open dish or bowl. The sherd measures 6.5 mm thick and weighs 32.1 grams. It measures 38.8 mm in length and 70.2 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: local (unsourced) white ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: RE (Rounded Direct, Everted forward). Rim diameter: 19 cm % of Rim present…
Created on: Wednesday 12th March 2014
Last updated: Friday 4th April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-AB5D0F
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A basesherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a basesherd, in a fabric is similar to that of a local (unsourced) greyware, consistent with 2nd to 4th Century AD dating. The base diameter is 8 cm, with 25% present. The base type is that of a flat base, probably from a storage jar. The sherd is 7.5 mm thick and weighs 60.3 g. It has a length of 49.5 mm and is 45.7 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Local (unsourced) greyware Sherd type: basesherd Base type: flat Base diameter: 8 cm % of base presen…
Created on: Monday 20th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 4th April 2017
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Record ID: WMID-7E06D8
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A bodysherd or possible base of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel of Roman dating (c. 90 - 150 AD). The sherd is 7.8 mm thick and weighs 5.3 grams. It is 31.7 mm long and 33.8 mm wide The sherd consists of a bodysherd with an oxidised fabric with a red slip. This fabric type is consistent with an imported fine ware from Gaul, known as Samian ware. This pottery type is typically dates from the 1st to 3rd Century AD. Subtle differences in the fabric can distinguish the origin of the pottery from South Gaul to Central Gaul or East Gaul. With the white flecks in the fabric, this sh…
Created on: Wednesday 19th January 2022
Last updated: Monday 14th February 2022
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Record ID: WMID-281044
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small fragment of blue green vessel glass, of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The fragment is sub rectangular in shape and flat. Moulded decoration is present in the form of zig zags. Minimal air bubbles appear to be present. It measures 13.7 mm in length, 15.0 mm wide and 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 0.5 g. The fragment is blue green in colour and transparent.
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2022
Last updated: Monday 14th February 2022
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Record ID: WMID-EC6F71
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable vessel or tankard handle, of possible Late Iron Age to Roman dating (100 BC to 200 AD). The probable tankard handle is rectangular in shape, with a flat cross section. Both ends exhibit an old patinated break. The strip curves upwards at one end. This end has been decorated with a pair of wide shallow grooves. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 47.0 mm in length, 14.9 mm wide and 2.8 mm thick. It weighs 9.9 g. The probable tankard handle is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement in the plough soil, has r…
Created on: Monday 24th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-86EE67
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy large posnets or cauldrons of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The rim fragments are irregular in shape, but rectangular in cross section. The internal surface is smooth and polished. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. Sooting is present on the exterior of a couple of the fragments. This section is most likely from the out turned rim of a cauldron or posnet (See Fig 1 in Butler, Green and Payne 2009 for examples of …
Created on: Wednesday 11th December 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 11th December 2013
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Record ID: WMID-C4AB37
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy vessel of probably Post Medieval date, circa AD1400-1700. The vessel has a sub circular base with a rounded edge. The walls project upwards. The tops of the walls are incomplete. No decoration appears to be present on the walls. One side is folded and crumpled into the middle. The vessel has a mid grey to off-white colour with an uneven patina. A black fibrous material is still present inside the vessel. Height: 25.40mm. Width: 34.62mm. Thickness: 22.78mm. Weight: 30.8g.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-713AD4
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A base sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). The basesherd consists of a local (unsourced) glazed earthenware, with frequent fine quartz inclusions, dating from the 15th to 17th Centuries AD. The sherd is 7.1 mm thick and weighs 75.2 g. They measure 48.2 mm in length and 80.9 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Fine frequent quartz tempered glazed earthernware Sherd type: base sherd Base type: Flat base Diameter: 8 cm % of base present: 50% Sherd thickness: 7.1 mm Firing condition: oxidise…
Created on: Wednesday 4th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 4th March 2015
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Record ID: WMID-71635A
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete handle from a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). The handle consists of a local (unsourced) glazed earthenware, with frequent fine quartz inclusions, dating from the 15th to 17th Centuries AD. The handle probably originally came from a jug. The sherd is 10.9 mm thick and weighs 29.0 g. They measure 52.0 mm in length and 34.0 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Fine frequent quartz tempered glazed earthernware Sherd type: handle Handle type: Strip Sherd thickness: 10.9 mm Firing conditio…
Created on: Wednesday 4th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 4th March 2015
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Record ID: WMID-726C96
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A basesherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). The basesherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Tudor Green, consistent with 15th to 17th centuries AD dating. Due to the size of the fragment, it is hard to determine the original vessel form, but possibly a bowl. The sherd is 5.2 mm thick and weighs 7.0 g. It measures 23.9 mm in length and 33.1 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Tudor Green Sherd type: base sherd base type: flat Rim Diameter: 13 cm % of Rim present: 7.5% Sherd thickness: 5.2 mm Fir…
Created on: Wednesday 4th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 4th March 2015
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Record ID: WMID-7E0561
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three incomplete copper alloy rim fragments from probably two copper alloy large posnets or cauldrons of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The rim fragments are irregular in plan, but rectangular in cross section. The internal surface is smooth and polished. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. Sooting is present on the exterior of a couple of the fragments. This section is most likely from the out turned rim of a cauldron or posnet (See Fig 1 in Butler, Green and Payne 2009 fo…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-9C9B2A
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete sheet copper alloy handle attachment plate, from a skimmer, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1450 to AD 1700). The attachment plant has been constructed from two pieces of sheet copper alloy metal, that has been riveted together with rolled sheet copper alloy rivets. The handle is now in four fragments. It is sub rectangular in shape. The top plate is raised in the centre, to accommodate a wooden handle, this area is now squashed flat. A circular rivet hole is present at the larger end. Two pairs of rivets would have connected the two sheets; the pair nearest t…
Created on: Thursday 12th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 13th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-DE460D
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy container, possibly a bird feeder, of later medieval or post medieval date (AD 1500 - AD 1600). The container has been slightly squashed. It is an irregular shape in plan and sub rectangular (square with a flared neck) in profile. The container was possibly semi - circular shaped in plan before being damaged. It is formed from one sheet of metal. The rear of the container is flat and undecorated; The base is flat and undecorated. In plan it is semi-circular or D shaped. The front face of the container was originally bowed. The rim of the containe…
Created on: Wednesday 27th August 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 1st May 2019
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Record ID: WMID-AC8A11
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and sub triangular in cross section. The foot / leg is expanded at the top and curves outward. The remnants of a central rib is present on the interior surface. The interior surface is coated with a black layer, presumably the result of sooting from being within a fire. It measures 33.4 mm in length, 34.7 mm wide and 12.3 mm thick. It weighs 49.9 grams. The vessel foot / leg is predominante…
Created on: Tuesday 1st April 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 1st April 2014
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