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Record ID: WMID-271C41
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete tinned copper alloy sub rectangular buckle and chape, of Post medieval dating (c. AD 1690 to c. AD 1720).
Approximately 75% of the buckle is present. The frame is complete but both the pin and the anchor chape are incomplete.
The buckle is a sub rectangular shoe or knee buckle, with a drilled frame for a separate spindle. The frame is expanded at the outer edges and by the spindle. Iron staining is present on the reverse of the buckle, suggesting that the spindle may have been made from iron. Traces of tinning are present on the surface of the buckle frame.
The cha…
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-27DB16
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy dress hook (single sharp hooked clasp), of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1550).
The hooked clasp consists of a sub rectangular attachment loop with a sub circular moulded openwork panel. The openwork panel resembles a six petalled flower. A ridged ribbed collar is present at the juncture between the panel and the hook. A single sharp hook is present at the end. The back is plain and undecorated.
It measures 28.10 mm in length, 13.58 mm wide and 6.18 mm thick. It weighs 1.5 grams.
The hooked clasp is a mid green colour, with an uneven surf…
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013
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Record ID: WMID-283B26
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy double looped sub trapezoidal buckle of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1600 - AD 1700).
The buckle frame is sub rectangular / trapezoidal in plan, with concave sides. The front of the buckle exhibits moulded floral decoration, with lozenges at the corners and rouletted ridges between the flowers at the centre of each side. A large area of iron staining is present around the central bar. This large area probably contains the remains of a sub triangular pin, wrapped around the central bar. The reverse of the buckle is concave, with ridges around the outside a…
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Friday 25th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-296A97
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap fitting or belt hook, of Post Medieval dating (1500 to 1700 AD).
The belt hook is S shaped with an oval cross section. A zoomorphic or animal head terminal is present at either end, with a rounded nose, and circular eye. At the centre of the S is a 'waisted' area comprising a central ridge, with two (2) oval annulets to either side of a short raised bar.
An incomplete copper alloy circular sectioned loop is still present around one of the animal heads. It has a diameter of 8.72 mm and is 1.79 mm thick.
The strap fitting measures 3…
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Friday 22nd November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-29F176
Object type: CURTAIN FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy circular curtain fitting or ring, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700).
The ring is circular in plan, with a rectangular section. The front exhibits multiple transverse recesses.
It has an internal diameter of 19.73 mm and an external diameter of 24.68 mm. It is 2.54 mm wide and 1.94 mm thick. It weighs 1.4 g.
The curtain fitting is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Friday 25th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-2A3C72
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy fragment from a hooked strap fitting of probable post-medieval date (AD 1500 - AD 1700).
The strap fitting is broadly sub-rectangular in plan. The fitting can be divided into two separate parts; the body and the hooked terminal. The hooked terminal is lost and the break is worn and eroded suggested a relatively old break. The body of the fitting is sub-rectangular in plan; however it does taper and flare along its length terminating in a flared debased trefoil. There are also a series of cast floral decorations along the length. These are much worn b…
Created on: Friday 25th January 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 14th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-908C31
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper alloy artefact, probably a seal matrix of late Post Medieval to Modern date.
The artefact is tall and circular in cross-section, with one end tapering to a blunt point with a small terminal knop. Below this, the length of the object is decorated with four circular collars or ridges, positioned in two pairs, separated by three shallow grooves and two wide flat bands.The other end expands slightly to a flat circular base. On the underside of this is a shallowly engraved rope-like border, with a central deeply recessed heart shape.
It measures 49.93 mm in len…
Created on: Wednesday 30th January 2013
Last updated: Friday 19th February 2016
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Record ID: WMID-A3D324
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast unifaced lead or lead alloy token, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800).
The token is sub circular in plan. The design on the obverse is hard to determine but is either a possible Winged Horse or a several conjoined letters. Both have been positioned within a circular border. The reverse is plain and undecorated.
The token has a diameter of 20.30 mm and is 3.26 mm thick. It weighs 7.6 g.
The token is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Thursday 31st January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 31st January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A3F517
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast unifaced lead or lead alloy token, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800).
The token is sub circular in plan. The obverse exhibits a long cross with a single pellet in each quarter. The reverse is plain and undecorated.
The token has a diameter of 20.87 mm and is 2.75 mm thick. It weighs 4.2 g.
The token is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Thursday 31st January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 31st January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A4D5A7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered copper alloy trader's halfpenny token, of mid 17th Century dating (AD 1660s).
The token is circular in plan and has been heavily worn. The obverse has a shield device in the centre, probably containing the Mercer's Arms. The obverse inscription reads * IOHN.PHILLIPS. The reverse reads 'HIS HALF PENNY' in the central circle. The reverse inscription is hard to read but is along the lines of '*IN RA[ ]RIDGE 1665'.
This identifies the token as a half penny token issued by a John Phillips, Mercer of Pancridge (Penkridge), in AD 1665 (Williamson, 1891, …
Created on: Thursday 31st January 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 16th October 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A6AC13
Object type: CUTLERY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pastry jigger, of Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD).
Approximately 75% of the pastry jigger is present, with the wheel / cutting end missing. The object is 'T' shaped and terminates in a 'crimped' zig zag rectangular end, presumably to be used in decorating the pastry. The shaft is circular section and gradually tapers to a mid point, where a spherical knop is positioned. Above the knop, the shaft gradually tapers up to an old, pre depositional break or fracture.
The pastry jigger measures 64.09 mm in length, 35.25 mm wide and 4.81 mm…
Created on: Thursday 31st January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 31st January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-3B9AD3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but heavily worn, struck / hammered copper alloy one Duit of the Hollandia province, Dutch Republic, of uncertain mint and date of minting but probably struck between AD 1702 and AD 1780.
The obverse depicts a Lion Rampart within a fence. The reverse reads HOL / LAN / DIA, split between three lines. The date of issue is normally present at the end of the inscription, but it can not be determined on this example. It was struck with a die axis of 12 o'clock.
It has a diameter of 22.52 mm and is 1.00 mm thick. It weighs 2.4 g.
The coin is a mid brown colour, with an unev…
Created on: Thursday 7th February 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th February 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A579D6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, worn, milled silver sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), of uncertain mint, but minted in AD 1697.
Diameter: 20.37 mm
Thickness: 1.08 mm
Weight: 2.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 12th February 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-A67F97
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered silver, probable sixpence, probably of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649). Reverse type uncertain but probably CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO depicting a square shield on a cross fourchee. North 2235-7. Sixpence has been heavily clipped, removing all the legends on both the obverse & reverse. Obverse has been worn smooth.
Diameter: 18.51 mm
Thickness: 0.89 mm
Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Tuesday 12th February 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-B73FE6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered silver shilling of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), dating to the period AD 1625 to AD 1649. CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO reverse type depicting a square shield over a long cross fourchee. Mint probably that of the Tower Mint, London. Both reverse & initial marks are missing. Coin has been clipped. Probably North 2216.
Diameter: 28.84 mm
Thickness: 1.20 mm
Weight: 4.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 13th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 13th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-CEBB25
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete milled silver sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), dating to the period AD 1694 to AD 1702. Both sides have been worn smooth, for reuse as a love token. It exhibits two 45 degree bends, turning into an 'S' shape.
Diameter: 21.40 mm
Thickness: 0.85 mm
Weight: 1.8 g
Created on: Thursday 14th February 2013
Last updated: Thursday 14th February 2013
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Record ID: WMID-4ECE42
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete gold possible finger ring, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900).
The possible finger ring is rectangular in section and would have originally been circular in plan. It is now sub oval in plan. The hoop has been decorated with eight circular pits (now full of soil), that may have originally held something. Each pit has a diameter of 1.5 mm. Multiple vertical filemarks are present on the interior surface of the ring.
The original diameter of the ring can not be determined due to it being misshapen. It now measures 21.42 mm in length, 17.43 mm …
Created on: Wednesday 20th February 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 18th August 2015
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This findspot is known as 'Handsacre', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: WMID-8A7F54
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1570, issued as part of the second coinage issue between AD 1561 and AD 1582. POSVI DEV ADVITOREM MEV reverse type depicting a square shield on a long cross fourchee dividing the legend. Mint of London. North type 1997.
Diameter: 26.1 mm
Thickness: 0.7 mm
Weight: 2.8 g
Created on: Friday 29th November 2013
Last updated: Thursday 6th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-628EB4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver groat of Henry VII (AD 1485 to AD 1509), minted in London between AD 1493 and AD 1498.
Diameter: 24.79 mm
Thickness: 1.18 mm
Weight: 2.7 g
Created on: Tuesday 5th March 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 5th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-DE2683
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but bent, silver milled fourpence of Charles II (AD 1660 to AD 1685), milled in AD 1679. The coin has been bent into an 'Z' shape, probably for use as a love token.
Diameter: 18.14 mm
Thickness: 0.87 mm
Weight: 1.9 g
Created on: Monday 11th March 2013
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-DED376
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy buckle, of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1720 to AD 1790s).
The buckle is sub oval in plan, with a drilled spindle and double spiked tongues (both complete).
It measures 14.65 mm in length, 23.33 mm wide and 3.07 mm thick. It weighs 1.6 g.
The buckle is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina.
The style of buckle is consistent with Post medieval dating (AD 1720 to AD 1790s).
Created on: Monday 11th March 2013
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-DF12B1
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy sub rectangular knee buckle, with a drilled frame for a separate spindle, of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1720 to AD 1790).
The buckle is sub rectangular in plan, with a moulded probable rectangular knop on the inside edge of the frame over the spindle hole. Two moulded curvilinear lines are present round the inside and outer edges of the frame. It has an anchor shaped chape, with three tongues.
It measures 24.74 mm in length, 27.18 mm wide and 3.95 mm thick. It weighs 6.0 g.
It is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina.
A similar buckle h…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2013
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2013
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Record ID: WMID-1BA804
Object type: NUT CRACKERS
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete pair of cast copper alloy nut crackers, of Post Medieval (Late 18th Century) dating.
The nut crackers consist of two identical parts hinged together at the top. The upper part is made up of two solid plates, which are sub semi-circular in section, with three flat areas decorated with foliate like decoration. The inside surface has three lines of irregularly spaced triangular nicks designed to hold the nut in place. Below this is an ornately turned area with a repeating designs of plain collars either side of a collar decorated with frequent vertical lines. The 'handles' a…
Created on: Thursday 14th March 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-AC24D4
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy crotal/animal bell dating to the Post Medieval period, circa AD1600-1800. The bell is 95% complete. A small fragment is missing from the lower lip. The bell has a rectangular suspension loop with a circular hole (internal diameter is 4.93mm). The upper hemisphere of the bell has two 'sounding' holes (internal diameter is 4.2mm). The upper hemisphere has a cast ovolo (tongue and dart) decoration. There is a cast horizontal rim around the middle of the bell. The lower hemisphere has cast concentric scalloped lines. Two stone peas present inside th…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-AEA353
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete (probably clipped) silver hammered probable halfgroat of James I (1603-1625). The coin is probably from the 1st coinage dating AD1603-1604. The coin is bent and worn. Mint not known. Obverse shows a possible bust facing right with a II behind the head. The obverse legend reads []ROSA SINE [SPINA]. The reverse shows a square sheild. Reverse legend is illegible. Diameter: 17.04mm. Thickness: 0.60mm. Weight: 0.7g. Die axis not known.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-B3D302
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver hammered shilling of James I (AD1603-1625). The coin is from the third coinage (AD1619-1625), struck in AD1624. North no 2124. The mint is London. The obverse shows a crowned bust facing right with XII behind the head. Possibly the 6th bust type. Obverse legend reads IACOBVS DG MAG BRI FRETHB REX. The initial mark is a trefoil. The reverse shows a square sheild with no plumes. Reverse legend reads []VE DE[]NXITN[]. Diameter: 30.74mm. Thickness: 0.87mm. Weight: 5.2g. Die axis: 8 o'clock.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 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-0286C5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy conical suspension weight of Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The weight is conical with a flattened sub rectangular top with angled corners. There is a sub circular suspension hole with an internal diameter of 4.01mm. The base is circular in plan with a hollow centre. Diameter at base: 24.53mm. Thickness at top: 6.05mm. Height: 72.18mm. Width: 14.78mm. Weight: 186.6g.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-02DE15
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy suspension weight of Post Medieval date, circa AD1500-1800. The weight has a circular base with a central circular depression. The weight has faceted sides which taper towards a rectangular flattened top. The suspension hole is incomplete. The weight is a mid grey colour with an uneven patina. The surface of the weight is abraded. Diameter at base: 39.3mm. Width at top: 23.94mm. Height: 56.04mm. Weight: 440.3
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0300F3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy decorative object of probable Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The object is possibly a mount or inlay. The bust is irregular in plan. The front consists of a profile bust of possibly Shakespeare or Cromwell. The bust has curly hair, beard and shirt with collar. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Length: 64.23mm. Width: 48.75mm. Thickness: 10.80mm. Weight: 130.2g
No parallel found at time of recording. Probably a decorative bust to be mounted or inlayed into a box or similar fitting.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0358D4
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy purse bar of early Post Medieval date, circa AD1400-1600. Catagorised as a Williams type J. The purse bar has a simple bar with an integral biconical (mushroom) shaped terminal. The central block is rectangular with a recess on the lower edge. Traces of gilded decoration on one side of the block. The decoration consists of punched circular annulets possibly in a cross design. The purse bar is mid to dark green with an uneven patina. The surface is abraded. Length: 22.59mm. Width: 80.25mm. Thickness: 14.10mm. Weight: 44.6g.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-038892
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy purse bar of early Post Medieval date, circa AD1400-1600. Catagorised as a Williams type C1 (WP type B1). The purse bar is in two parts consisting of a bar and suspension loop. The bar is short with a circular section. The central block is shield-shaped with diagonal decoration on one side. The suspension loop is sub oval with triple horizontal ridges at the base. The purse bar is mid green to brown with an uneven patina. The surface is abraded. Length: 58.88mm. Width: 32.28mm. Thickness: 8.60mm. Weight: 23.7g
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-03C551
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy sword belt hanger dating to the Post Medieval period, circa AD1600-1700. About 60% of the hanger is present consisting only of a partial attachment plate. No hooked mounts present. Tri-lobed knop at one end and two sub oval protruding suspension loops. The plate has a foliate decoration. Two iron rivets are still present on the attachment plate, one in the centre and the other at the end of the tri-lobed knop. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Length: 29.81mm. Width: 43.04mm. Thickness: 3.28mm. Weight: 10.6g.
Comparable complete sword belt hanger…
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 14th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-03F9E6
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy strap fitting from a sword belt of Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1700. The strap fitting is sub triangular in plan in a moulded trefoil shape with foliate recessed decoration. The strap fitting has a rearward facing hook with a spherical knop. There are two circular rivet holes both still containing a circular sectioned rivet. The strap fitting has mid green colour with an even patina. Length: 49.68mm. Width: 18.45mm. Thickness: 10.23mm. Weight: 8.3g.
Comparable examples recorded under reference WAW-454B56 and in Read, 2008, p220-1, nos 793-5 (Hooked…
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 14th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-042F22
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy belt mount or strap fitting of Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1700. The belt mount is sub triangular in plan. One end is pointed, the other has a tri-lobed knop. The front face has a longitudinal centre line with three grooves to either side (six grooves in total) which appear like inverted chevrons. The reverse is slightly concave with the remains of two circular sectioned attachment spikes. The belt mount had a dark brown - dark green colour with an abraded surface patina. Length: 35.35mm. Width: 14.04mm. Thickness: 5.56mm. Weight: 2.9g.
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Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-046C16
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy toy whirligig or buzz disc of Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1900. The serrated disc has two string holes which are circular in shape and drilled from both sides. Originally seventeen triangular spokes/teeth were present. Two are now missing with the rest either folded over or bent. The whirligig has a mid grey colour with an even patina. Length: 41.42mm. Width: 35.26mm. Thickness: 2.54mm. Weight: 14.2g.
Comparable whirligigs recorded under references NMS-2C91DS, GLO-7194F8, IOW-41FB50.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0493F4
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy four petalled flower of uncertain function of probable Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The artefact is double-sided and consists of a central circular pellet surrounded by four pointed petals. Each petal has a ridged border around the edge. The object has a dark grey colour with an even patina. Length: 30.70mm. Width: 28.13mm. Thickness: 4.20mm. Weight: 13.1g
No direct parallel found at the time of recording.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-04AF72
Object type: SWORD BELT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy double looped oval buckle or sword belt hanger of early Post Medieval date, circa AD1500-1630. The buckle consists of a double looped oval frame with a circular, lateral suspension loop. The reverse has a bevelled internal reverse. The belt hanger is mid to dark green with an uneven patina. The surface is slightly abraded. Length: 45.16mm. Width: 39.00mm. Thickness: 9.90mm. Weight: 8.7g.
Comparable example recorded in Whitehead, 1998, p72, no 449 (Buckles AD1250-1800)
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-04DD62
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy domed belt mount of Post Medieval date, circa AD1500-1700. The mount is circular in plan and concave on the reverse. It has a raised central circular area with a flat circular border. The reverse has two inward facing rectangular sectioned attachment spikes which gradually taper to a point. One spike is incomplete. The belt mount has a dark green colour with an uneven patina. The surface is abraded. Diameter: 21.78mm. Thickness: 9.19mm. Weight: 4.0g.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-17D3E1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy conical vessel of probably Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The object is probably a cup weight but this is uncertain. The vessel is sub conical in shape with a flat sub circular base. The sides gradually taper outwards towards the top. The base has a diameter of 19.60mm. The walls are 3.89mm thick. Maximum diameter at the top: 28.83mm. Height: 28.52mm. Weight: 77.3g.
Created on: Sunday 7th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-2D1B53
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy buckle of Post Medieval date, circa AD1550-1650. Approximately 50% of the buckle survives, the pin is present but there is no plate. A double looped oval buckle with a moulded floral decoration on the loop and at either end of the strap bar. Decoration is in the form of acorns. Pin formed from sub-triangular strip of sheet copper alloy wrapped around the bar. The buckle has a dark green colour with an abraded patina. Length: 40.84mm. Width: 54.59mm. Thickness: 4.55mm. Weight: 9.0g.
A comparable example recorded in Whitehead:1996, page 66, no 406.
Created on: Monday 8th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-2D4607
Object type: CANDLESTICK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy and iron probable candlestick of probable Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The object had an iron core with a moulded lead alloy decoration on the exterior. The object had a sub rectangular top full of iron corrosion. A triangular plate is present half way down. The shaft has a circular section. The outside is decorated with triangular, gothic-style arches or leaves. The handle has vertical ridges. The surface is white with an even patina. Length: 75.48mm. Maximum diameter: 30.81mm. Weight: 104.8g.
Created on: Monday 8th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-2DD046
Object type: DAGGER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but bent cast copper alloy dagger quillon (dagger guard) of early Post Medieval date, circa AD1500-1700. The central block is flat with a sub rectangular hole through which the tang would have projected. To one side is a frilled, or scallop shaped, sub rectangular guard. There are four transverse decorative grooves on one side. The reverse is plain. The quillon ends are sub circular in plan and curve away at right angles to the block. The surface is dark green with and even patina. Length: 73.83mm. Width: 31.84mm. Thickness: 9.28mm. Weight: 19.6g.
A comparable e…
Created on: Monday 8th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-2E0771
Object type: PILGRIM BADGE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy vessica (pointed oval) mount or pendant which is a probable religious token or souvenir dating to the Post Medieval / Modern periods, circa AD1800-2000. The token depicts a seated figure, either a saint or an apostle, under a pointed gothic arch. Above is a lys, below are crossed swords over a plain cross. Some of the legend is discernable: CHURCH OF SAINT PETER []. The reverse is plain with a small, sub circular suspension hole present at the top. Length: 40.1mm. Width: 23.1mm. Thickness: 3.2mm. Weight: 11.4g.
Comparable example recorded under reference …
Created on: Monday 8th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-2E3B70
Object type: PILGRIM BADGE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy vessica (pointed oval) mount or pendant which is a probable religious token or souvenir dating to the Post Medieval / Modern periods, circa AD1800-2000. The token depicts a seated figure, either a saint or an apostle, under a pointed gothic arch. Above is a lys, below are crossed swords over a plain cross. The reverse is plain with a small, sub circular suspension hole present at the top. Length: 40.1mm. Width: 23.1mm. Thickness: 3.2mm. Weight: 9.8g.
Comparable example recorded under reference no SWYOR-9CC306.
Created on: Monday 8th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-7F59C6
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy double looped oval 'spectacle' buckle frame, of Early Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1550 to c. AD 1650).
Only the buckle frame is present. the pin and buckle plate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity.
The buckle frame is a double looped oval buckle, with cast floral decoration on the outer edges. Knops are present on either end of the strap bar. The reverse is flat and undecorated.
The buckle frame measures 45.13 mm in length, 25.65 mm wide and 2.62 mm thick. It weighs 6.0 g.
The buckle frame is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina. A…
Created on: Friday 12th April 2013
Last updated: Friday 12th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-823576
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, but heavily worn, milled sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702). Mint uncertain. Coin has been worn / polished smooth, and partially bent into an 'S' shape, probably for use as a love token. The coin has been partially cut.
Diameter: 20.04 mm
Thickness: 0.82 mm
Weight: 1.7 g
Created on: Friday 12th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-825DD3
Object type: MEDAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered lead alloy, probable commemorative object or medal, of Post Medieval to Modern dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900).
Approximately 25% of the object is present. The object is irregular in shape. One side exhibits a head facing left. The reverse probably exhibits a crown but it is unclear.
It measures 17.66 mm in length, 21.21 mm wide and 2.04 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g.
The object is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Friday 12th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 30th May 2019
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-831E16
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete two part lead alloy seal, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600).
The seal is sub circular in plan and consists of 2 discs folded together, with the stud hammered flat on the reverse. The front is unclear, but probably has a Crown at the top, with a word beginning with 'E' beneath.
The seal has a diameter of 20.43 mm and is 4.93 mm thick. It weighs 6.2 g.
The seal is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Friday 12th April 2013
Last updated: Friday 12th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-BC2932
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast unifaced lead alloy token, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600).
The token is circular in plan. The obverse has a raided cross, and the reverse is plain.
It has a diameter of 22.21 mm and is 4.98 mm thick. It weighs 11.7 g.
The token is a light brown colour, with an even patina.
Created on: Monday 15th April 2013
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-BC6D47
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast uniface lead alloy token, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600).
The token is circular in plan. The obverse exhibits two (2) concentric circles around a central pellet. A ridge is present around the edge. The reverse is plain.
The token measures 18.50 mm in diameter and is 1.77 mm thick. It weighs 2.8 g.
The token is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Monday 15th April 2013
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-D1C241
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast silver spherical 'hawking' bell, of Early Post Medieval dating (15th to 16th Centuries AD).
The bell is formed of upper and lower hemispheres soldered or brazed together, in a raised join around the centre and decorated with a cable ornament. The upper hemisphere is plain with a silver loop soldered to the centre. The loop is formed of a D-shaped loop of silver attached to the bell. The lower hemisphere has a thin sound slot ending in small circular holes, running right across it. A pea (of uncertain material) is still present inside the bell. There is no evidence o…
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2017
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Burntwood', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: WMID-D26B47
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast silver gilt finger ring, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD).
Less than 25% of the finger ring is present, consisting of a small section of the hoop. It consists of a strip of silver with a rectangular section. Borders are present along the upper and lower edges, consisting of a double raised ridge. It is broken at each end. A stamped diamond pattern is present along the centre of the strip, between the borders. The inside surface is plain. No maker's mark is present.
It measures 11.41 mm in length, 7.69 mm wide and 1.15 mm thick. It weig…
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2015
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Burntwood', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: WMID-D2FF42
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A complete cast gold finger ring, probably dating to the 15th or 16th Century.
The finger ring is sub circular in plan, and D shaped in section.The exterior of the band has been decorated with a repeating design consisting of a a four petalled flower within a diamond cartouche. A small incised cross is present at the centre of the flower design. Small crosses are present at the centre of the triangles separating each flower design.
The interior of the band has an incised latin inscription, in lower case black letter script, reading: mens immota manet (translated: th…
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2017
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Tamworth', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: WMID-D6AB31
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered silver penny of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), dating to the period AD 1625 to AD 1649. Mintmarks are illegible. Probably Tower (London) Mint. Probably North 2264, Group B.
Diameter: 11.94 mm
Thickness: 0.69 mm
Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-D6DDB3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver half crown of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), dating to the period AD 1625 to AD 1649. Mintmarks illegible. Probably North types 2209-2213 Group III.
Diameter: 31.82 mm
Thickness: 1.89 mm
Weight: 11.1 g
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-D70630
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver half groat of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), dating to the period AD 1625 to AD 1649. Mintmarks unclear. North types 2250-2251. Group B.
Diameter: 15.65 mm
Thickness: 0.70 mm
Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 16th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-EC9AD6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver threepence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), minted in London in AD 1574. North type 1998.
Diameter: 18.87 mm
Thickness: 0.70 mm
Weight: 1.1 g
Created on: Wednesday 17th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-FCCF04
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver shilling of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), minted in London between AD 1560 and AD 1561. POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV reverse type depicting a square shield on a long cross fourchee. Mintmark Marlet. North type 1985.
Diameter: 29.64 mm
Thickness: 1.27 mm
Weight: 5.2 g
Created on: Thursday 18th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 18th April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-FCF336
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast unifaced lead alloy token of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800).
The token is circular in plan. The obverse depicts a horse or dog in a running pose (Powell type 19), with two horizontal lines underneath to indicate the ground. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Part of the original casting sprue is still present at 12 o'clock on the obverse.
It has a diameter of 24.64 mm and is 2.29 mm thick. It weighs 6.1 g.
The token is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Thursday 18th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 18th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-FE1353
Object type: TAP
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle from a barrel tap, of Post Medieval dating (17th to 19th Centuries AD).
The handle fragment is moulded with a horizontal crescent which are integral and overlapped, in plan. The terminal has an unturned knop, and the handle is a sub-lozenge shape in section. The handle has broken at the mid point.
It measures 23.47 mm in length, 12.22 mm wide and 7.89 mm thick. It weighs 6.1 g.
The barrel tap handle is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Several similar and more complete examples have been recorded on the PAS database includ…
Created on: Thursday 18th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 18th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-7A5DC3
Object type: TANKARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle from a tankard, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (16th to 18th Centuries AD).
Less than 25% of the handle is present, consisting of the top or bottom only. It is sub triangular in plan and section. The exterior is domed, and tapers to an incomplete circular sectioned handle. The reverse has a concave triangular shaped void, with traces of solder present on the surface.
It measures 37.92 mm in length, with a maximum width of 19.23 mm and is 10.36 mm thick. It weighs 18.5 g.
The handle fragment is a dark green colour, with an even s…
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 26th June 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-8F7E83
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy toy whirligig or buzz disc, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 - AD 1900).
The toy is sub circular in plan, and rectangular in section. It has been folded in half. The serrated disc has two string holes which are circular in shape and drilled from both sides. Originally seventeen triangular spokes/teeth were present, now all quite worn and present as stubs.
The whirligig has a diameter of 45.68 mm, it is now 24.64 mm wide and is 3.03 mm thick. It weighs 36.5 g.
The whirligig is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Several similar whi…
Created on: Thursday 25th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 25th April 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-8FDD06
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable musket ball or shot, of Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (15th to 17th Centuries AD).
The shot is sub spherical. It exhibits flattening on the base and around the middle of the shot. There is a possible molar tooth impression.
It measures 14.76 mm tall and has a diameter of 16.42 mm. It weighs 25.1 g
The shot is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Thursday 25th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
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Record ID: WMID-900425
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy, shot or musket ball, from a large hand gun, or a small cannon, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (15th to 17th Centuries AD).
The shot is sub spherical in shape. A possible small textile or chequerboard type impression is present on one small area.
It has a diameter of 29.17 mm and weighs 144.9 g.
It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in several small scars and flattening in places.
A spherical shot of this kind probably came from a lar…
Created on: Thursday 25th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-A34E12
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy, probable book or box mount, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800).
The mount is incomplete and in three fragments. It consists of an irregularly shaped sheet copper alloy base plate with a moulded quatrefoil frame. The frame is secured to the base plate by four circular sectioned domed rivets. Three of which remain. The frame is broken in two, with one half loose and the other still secured to the base plate. Gilt decoration is present on the base plate, beneath the frame and on the remnants of the strap to the top an…
Created on: Wednesday 8th May 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 8th May 2013
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-B8FC04
Object type: SHEET
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete sheet of lead or lead alloy metal, of uncertain dating, but probably Medieval to Post Medieval (AD 1400 to AD 1800).
The piece of sheet metal is irregular in plan, and rectangular in section. It was found folded up, but the finder has straightened it, prior to recording. Three sub circular holes are present. Several faint diagonal scratches are present on the surface. These scratches have led the finder to suggest that it may be a 'celtic curse tablet'. However the scratches are not consistent with any known Iron Age script such as Ogham, so the probability that it is …
Created on: Tuesday 21st May 2013
Last updated: Thursday 27th June 2013
Spatial data recorded.
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
Spatial data recorded.
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
Spatial data recorded.
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
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-9B152B
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy mount, of probable post medieval dating (AD 1500 - AD 1650).
The mount is bifurcate at one end, waisted in the centre and oval knopped at the other end. No decoration is present on the front or reverse of the mount. It is possible that the overall design is phallic depicting an erect penis and testicles; however this is uncertain on this example. Two incomplete circular sectioned attachment spikes extend from the reverse of the mount. These spike taper to a blunt point.
The mount measures 19.0 mm in length, 11.5 mm maximum width and 6.6 mm thick. It we…
Created on: Friday 6th March 2015
Last updated: Friday 6th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-9B8652
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy halfpenny of Charles II (AD 1660 to AD 1685), dating to the period AD 1680 to AD 1682, issued as part of Armstrong and Legge's Regal coinage between AD 1680 and AD 1684. Spink 6574.
Diameter: 26.8 mm
Thickness: 1.8 mm
Weight: 6.1 g
Created on: Friday 6th March 2015
Last updated: Friday 6th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-9BD02C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver sixpence of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), dating to the period AD 1697. Milled in London. Spink no 3537.
Diameter: 20.8 mm
Thickness: 1.0 mm
Weight: 2.7 g
Created on: Friday 6th March 2015
Last updated: Friday 6th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-EC6EC0
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead or lead alloy bifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). Powell Type 27 depicting an obscure character with pellets surrounding / Type 3 depicting eight segments with a pellet in each and one in the centre.
Diameter: 23.4 mm
Thickness: 3.0 mm
Weight: 8.3 g
Created on: Tuesday 10th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 10th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-019B09
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver half groat of Henry VIII (AD 1509 to AD 1547), dating to the period AD 1526 to AD 1532. Issued by Archbishop William Warham in Canterbury. Initial mark: cross patonce. c.f. North Vol II, P 112, no 1802
Diameter: 19.8 mm
Thickness: 0.7 mm
Weight: 1.3 g
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 6th August 2019
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-062536
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy single loop sub rectangular buckle, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD1500 to AD 1650).
The buckle is sub-rectangular in form with an elaborate, expanded outer edge. Central on the outer edge is a notched from with an oval on ovoid knop. Curvilinear decoration has been engraved onto the front. The feet have loped knops on the end. The strap bar is recessed and circular in cross section. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The buckle plate is missing.
The buckle measures 35.9 mm in length, 24.5 mm wide and 6.7 mm thick. It weighs 7.3 g.
The buckle is a …
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-954EC1
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy dress hook, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700).
This is the hook section of such fasteners, with its rectangular blunt hook truncated around halfway through the recurve. The central area of the plate has a raised foliate design with a central quartered berry and four leaves in cross formation with four small circular berries in the angles. This design is within a broadly lozengiform line border formed of four lines with scrolled ends; at the middle corners these form a pair of projecting rounded knops at either side. There are two pierced …
Created on: Wednesday 18th March 2015
Last updated: Friday 4th January 2019
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-018465
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy rotary key, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700).
The handle /bow is a 'D' shape with two spurs on the internal vertical edge. The stem protrudes from the mid point of the vertical edge of the bow. The stem has a moulded collar which is decorated with transverse grooves. The stem, after the collar, is narrowed and solid. The bit is an off-set vertical rectangle in plan. No clefts have been cut into the bit.
The key measures 32.6 mm in length, 14.4 mm wide and 4.9 mm thick. It weighs 3.2 g.
The key is a mid brown colour, with an uneven sur…
Created on: Monday 23rd March 2015
Last updated: Monday 23rd March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-1304DA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver half groat of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), probably dating to the period AD 1634 to AD 1635. Minted in the Tower. Probably Bell initial and reverse mark. Probably North vol II, p 162, no 2257.
Diameter: 16.3 mm
Thickness: 0.9 mm
Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-132CB8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver groat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), probably dating to the period AD 1558 to AD 1561, issued as part of the first coinage issue. Minted at the Tower (London). Mint marks unclear. Probably North vol ii, p133, no 1986.
Diameter: 23.2 mm
Thickness: 0.8 mm
Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-15059B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy halfpenny trade token, of 17th Century AD dating (AD 1650 to AD 1680). The token is heavily worn but it is possible to read [ ]COTT[ ]ELL on the obverse and BACONS[ ] on the reverse. This would identify the token as a half penny token issued by an John Cotterell initially of London, but evidence could suggest it coming from Bacon's Inn in Warwickshire (Dickinson (1986), p 101, no 105).
Diameter: 18.3 mm
Thickness: 0.9 mm
Weight: 1.3 g
Reference:
Dickinson, M 'Seventeenth Century Tokens of the British Isles and their Values', Seaby, London, 1986
Created on: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: WMID-D4418D
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete silver cufflink element, of Post Medieval (17th Century AD) dating.
The disc is circular in plan with downward turned edges, now slightly bent out of shape in places. The upper surfaces are stamped from the reverse and the design consists of a clasped hand motif with sleeves showing, surmounted by a crown and with two small hearts with a pellet above each located below (Lewis form 1, type C). Soldered centrally on the reverse is a 'D' shaped silver loop.
The cufflink has a diameter of 16.5 mm and is 4.3 mm thick (including the loop). The metal is 0.5 mm thick. The loo…
Created on: Thursday 2nd April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 17th May 2017
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This findspot is known as 'Eccleshall', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: WMID-CDD6C6
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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An incomplete tinned copper alloy bell, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800).
Around 25% of the bell is present, consisting of the part of the top and the base of the suspension loop. The base of the suspension loop is square. The exterior of the bell is curved, with four concentric grooves as decoration. Traces of tinning are present. The interior is plain, with traces of iron corrosion products, indicating that the clapper was probably made from iron.
It measures 14.7 mm in length, 34.7 mm wide and 6.5 mm thick. It weighs 13.6 g.
The bell fragment is a dark brown co…
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-CF19A6
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy button, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1450 to AD 1600).
The head of the button is plano-convex, which gives it a semi-circular (D shaped cross section). The head is rectangular, with rounded edges. The shank is positioned centrally on the reverse, set at right angles to the head. Traces of a four petalled flower, each with a central pointed oval, as decoration on the front are present. The reverse is undecorated. The attachment loop is complete. A circular attachment hole is present at the end of the attachment loop, with an internal diameter of 2.2 mm. …
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-D20299
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, probable miscast copper alloy button, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1800).
The probable button is sub circular in shape, with a concave reverse. The obverse has been decorated with a vertical ridge, and is roughly circular, with an irregular edge. The reverse is undecorated and may have the remains of a flattened attachment loop. A probable casting sprue is present at the top of the probable button.
It measures 17.8 mm in diameter and is 3.1 mm thick. It weighs 2.7 g.
The probable button is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abr…
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E28B66
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy book clasp catchpiece of Howsam type A.6.2, of late medieval or early post-medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1650).
The book fitting is sub rectangular in plan, with concave sides. One end, the strap attachment end, flares in plan and forms a 'fishtail' shape with the outer edge incomplete. The other end of the book clasp has been decorated with multiple thin engraved diagonal lines in a feather style design. These 'feathers' reach up to three small circular holes (internal diameter 2.4 mm) in a straight line. Two circular rivet holes are present close to th…
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 18th December 2018
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Record ID: WMID-E2EFBB
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy, probable double looped buckle frame, of Late Post Medieval dating (AD 1620 to AD 1690).
Around 25% of the buckle frame is present, consisting of part of the decorative outer loop. The rest of the buckle frame is missing, presumed lost in antiquity.
The outer loop has a circular hole at the outer edge, flanked by two (one incomplete) oval holes. Moulded scrollwork decoration is present along the edge of the central loops.
It measures 18.4 mm in length, 24.5 mm wide and 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g.
The probable buckle frame is a mid green to bro…
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E3317E
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting / belt hanger, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600).
The fitting consists of a sub triangular mount.The mount is a tapering rectangle in shape with an inward facing chevron shape at the top and an incomplete narrowed rectangular backward looping closed hook at the lower end. The main body has two circular rivet holes on its central axis, both containing the remnants of iron rivets. The upper face of the mount has bevelled edges and the reverse face is slightly dished or concave.
The mount measures 31.0 mm in…
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E3615B
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting or mount, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD).
The mount is sub-triangular, elaborate, with longitudinal symmetry. At one end it is finished in a triangle; the other has a trefoilate protrusion. This latter features grooves that define the fleurs. At the centre of the base of this terminal is a pellet on the upper surface. From each corner of the wider end of the main body of the mount (from the centre of which emerges the trefoil) a curved protrusion emerges which abuts the terminals of the side fleurs. From the wider end the main sub…
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E4446E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver threepence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1574 to AD 1578, issued as part of the Second coinage issue between AD 1561 to AD 1582. Minted at the Tower (London). Mint mark: Eglantine. North vol 2, p135, no 1998. Coin is heavily worn and exhibits a crack. Coin is partially folded, with the reverse on the inside.
Diameter: 17.4 mm
Thickness: 0.8 mm
Weight: 0.7 g
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E658A8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete pierced halfgroat of the Commonwealth period (AD 1649 to AD 1660), dating to the period AD 1649 to AD 1660. Minted at the Tower. North vol 2, p206, no 2728. Coin has been pierced through the centre from reverse to obverse, this may have been due to suspicions at the time that it was a contemporary copy. Piercing has an internal diameter of 1.8 mm.
Diameter: 16.1 mm
Thickness: 0.6 mm
Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E716D4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). Powell type 14 depiciting a long cross.
Diameter: 20.6 mm
Thickness: 4.4 mm
Weight: 9.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 15th April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 15th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4C3FC4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver penny of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1560 to AD 1561. Minted at the Tower (London). Mintmark Cross Crosslet. North vol 2, p133, no 1988.
Diameter: 13.3 mm
Thickness: 0.5 mm
Weight: 0.4 g
Created on: Monday 20th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 20th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4E37DA
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). Powell type 3 depicting six segments.
Diameter: 26.9 mm
Thickness: 3.3 mm
Weight: 13.4 g
Created on: Monday 20th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 20th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4E6D47
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). Powell type 14 consisting of a forked cross.
Diameter: 17.3 mm
Thickness: 2.7 mm
Weight: 3.3 g
Created on: Monday 20th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 20th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-776853
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver half groat of Charles I (AD 1625 to AD 1649), probably dating to the period AD 1625 to AD 16349. Minted in the Tower. Mint mark unclear, possibly Lis. Probably North vol II, p 162, no 2248-2266.
Diameter: 16.1 mm
Thickness: 0.6 mm
Weight: 0.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-779577
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver half groat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), dating to the period AD 1594 to AD 1596. Minted in the Tower (London). Mintmark unclear but probably woolpack. North vol 2, p 137, no 2016.
Diameter: 16.6 mm
Thickness: 0.6 mm
Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-77CD0A
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy sword belt strap fitting of Post Medieval dating (AD 1550 to AD 1700).
It consists of a sub-rectangular plate, from one end of which protrudes a complete upturned hook. The hook has a rounded blunt point. The shortest edge (27.5 mm) features the hook in its centre; the edge incurves on both sides towards the hook. The hook itself extends for 18.7 mm. It curves round forwards in relation to the upper (decorated) surface of the plate. The hook has an oval cross-section. It is 5.4 mm wide, and 4.0 mm thick, being 6.8 mm wide where it joins the plate. The plate …
Created on: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-492A37
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy terminal from a rowel spur arm, of Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD).
The fragment consists of a heart shaped terminal, with two circular perforations (holes). The spur arm has a D shaped cross section, with a flat reverse. Beneath the heart shaped terminal is a moulded rectangular collar, with a horizontal V shaped groove across it as decoration. The remains of the oval sectioned arm is present below the collar. No decoration is present on the reverse.
It measures 22.1 mm in length, 13.0 mm wide and 2.6 mm thick. the holes have an inter…
Created on: Tuesday 26th May 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
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Record ID: WMID-CCDC8F
Object type: CURTAIN FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy ring or loop which functioned as a curtain fitting, of Post Medieval dating (15th to 17th Centuries AD).
It is sub-circular in shape with an irregular circular cross section with bevelled edges. In profile the loop is flat.
It measures 26.0 mm external diameter, 17.4 mm internal diameter and 3.1 mm thick. The ring is 4.6 mm wide. It weighs 4.0 grams.
The curtain fitting is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Similar rings are illustrated in Margeson (1993, p. 82, Fig 47, #522-524). Margeson describes them as being suspension rings whic…
Created on: Friday 8th May 2015
Last updated: Friday 8th May 2015
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