Record ID: LVPL-E47E04
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete fragment of an enamelled copper alloy Wirral type bow brooch of Roman date (75 - 175AD). The fragment consists of part of the head, the bow and part of the foot. The spring, catch plate and pin are missing. The bow of the brooch has an angular comma shaped profile and a rectangular shaped cross section. The break across the head is old and patinated. The bow tapers to a point below the decorated enamel panel. The head consists of three horizontal ribs. The central horizontal rib has vertical rouletted decoration. The top of the head is broken, with only the base…
Created on: Wednesday 31st August 2011
Last updated: Friday 16th September 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-E3A6F3
Object type: STATUE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Halton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete carved red sandstone face, of possible Medieval dating (1350 to 1450 AD). The back is rough, and has probably been broken off a larger piece of stone. The face has almond shaped eyes, a triangular nose and a slit open mouth. There are remains of a possible beard around his chin, and a possible crown ontop of his head. It is similar in style to the face of St Christopher from the statue at Norton Priory, stylistically dated to between 1375 and 1400 AD (Marrow, 2008, 316). Reference: Brown, F. & Howard-Davis, C. 2008. Norton Priory: Monastery to Museum. Excavations …
Created on: Wednesday 31st August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Runcorn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-E26C81
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy double looped trapezoidal buckle, of Early Post Medieval dating (c.1570 - c.1700 AD). Approximately 50% of the buckle frame is present, the plate & pin are missing. The buckle was symmetrical in plan. The surviving loop is trapezoidal in plan and the frame is rectangular in cross-section. The outside edge has lobed knops at each end and a triangular protrusion at the centre. A vertical groove is present on the front of the buckle frame, down the outside edge. The narrowed bar is oval in cross-section. The buckle is a dark green colour, with an …
Created on: Wednesday 31st August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mold', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-CC28A1
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy rowel spur, of Post Medieval dating (c.1650 to c. 1750 AD). Approximately 50% of the spur is present, with the arms incomplete and the rowel missing. The arms have a D shaped cross section, with the convex side outer most and the flat side inwards. The neck is complete, with an oval cross section. The 'box' for holding the rowel is complete, consisting of two D-shaped arms, with rounded knops as terminals. The arms have been pushed together, so there is no longer a space for the rowel. The spur is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven abr…
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Last updated: Friday 20th November 2020
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Record ID: LVPL-CB8BF8
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy enamelled mount or stud of probable Roman dating (1 AD to 410 AD). The mount is square in plan, with a raised central ridge on the front. Symmetrical decoration is present on either side of this ridge, consisting of two pointed oval / petals joined together at the circular bulbous end, with the points angled towards the corners. Remnants of red enamel are present at the short ends of the mount, and remnants of a yellow enamel in the middle. The back is plain and undecorated, with the remains of two integral cast attachment spikes present. One is i…
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
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Record ID: LVPL-CA6076
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy enameled circular disc brooch, of Late Roman dating (c. 200 to c. 350 AD). The brooch is approximately 75% complete, with the pin, some enamel and part of the edge missing. The front of the brooch has been separated into three separate areas: a central circle, with two circular recessed borders. The areas are delimited by a raised flattened ridge. Traces of a red enamel are present in the middle section. The back of the brooch is plain and undecorated. The catch plate is incomplete and consists of a rectangular asymmetrical lug, the folded edg…
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 20th May 2020
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Record ID: LVPL-C9FCE7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval coin: A complete struck / hammered silver penny of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603), minted in London, between 1578 and 1581 AD. Mintmark unclear but either Plain Cross (1578-1580) or Long Cross (1580 - 1581). North type 2001. Diameter: 14.09mm Thickness: 0.60mm Weight: 0.5 grams
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 30th August 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-7AED06
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy (bronze) palstave of Middle Bronze Age dating (c.1500 to c. 1150 BC). The palstave has a shield shaped pattern below the stop ridge, and raised flange facets. The blade of the palstave is sub-triangular in plan, with convex expanding sides, and a convex cutting edge. In profile the blade is sub-triangular with the widest section being before the stop ridge. The blade (measured from the cutting edge to the stop ridge) is 99.76mm long and the width of the cutting edge is 67.67mm. The thickness of the blade is 15.28mm (measured at a point below the stop …
Created on: Friday 26th August 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Crewe and Nantwich', grid reference and parish protected.

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

Record ID: LVPL-EFB8B3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but worn, cast copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval (18th century dating). The weight is circular with a raised rim on the top of the weight. The top has been decorated with a series of concentric incised circles. No stamps or countermarks are visible. The base is plain and undecorated, apart from a recessed circular depression at the centre. The weight is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. The edges of the weight demonstrate signs of abrasion, resulting in the loss of some of the surface patina. The weight has a diameter of 19.01mm and i…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-EF9738
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy finger ring, probably of Early Post Medieval dating (1500-1700). The hoop is D shaped in cross section, being rounded to the external (outside edge). No bezel is present. The finger ring is a mid to dark green colour, with patches of a dark green surface patina present. This patina is likely to be the original surface, the majority of which has been removed due to abrasion occuring as a result of movement within the plough soil. The loss of the original surface does mean that if the ring was originally decorated, no trace of the decoration is no…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-EEE554
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval / Modern coin: An illegible probably 18th/19th Century coin or possible Medallion. 5 small V-shaped notches have been removed from the edge of the flan. Obv: unclear / illegible. Rev: unclear / illegible. Diameter: 33.98mm Thickness: 5.10mm Weight: 31.2 grams
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-EBEF70
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a musket ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is sub spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid to dark grey colour with an uneven surface patina. It has a diameter of 12.60mm and weighs 11.0 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
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Record ID: LVPL-EBADA6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. The base is flat. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the weight, probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 13.01mm tall, and has a diameter of 21.17mm. It we…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-EB34B1
Object type: SUNDIAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy sun dial, of Post Medieval dating (17th to 19th Centuries AD). It consists of a square base, with two corners removed at diagonals and an integrally cast diagonal gnomon, which has since been flattened through soil pressure. Raised diagonal ribs are present, radiating out from the centre of the device to a circular border around the edge. Traces of lettering are present on the circular border, but these are currently illegible. The back is plain and undecorated. It measures 66.16mm in length, 63.34mm wide and 2.16mm thick. The gnomon is 34.37m…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Staffordshire Moorlands', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DC9F04
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy line / suspension weight, of Medieval dating (13th to 15th Centuries AD). It is sub rectangular in plan, and rectangular in profile. It has a square suspension hole at the top, with an internal diameter of 3.79mm. An oval knop is present on the base. Inscriptions are present on two sides, one side reads +ROGER and the other DEDERB[ ]. Length: 64.02mm Width: 15.43mm Thickness: 6.69mm Weight: 55.4 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 13th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Crewe and Nantwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DA4598
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy (bronze) flat axe of Early Bronze Age dating (c. 2200 BC to c. 1900 BC). The flat axe is broadly sub rectangular in plan with a splayed crescent shaped blade. In profile it is broadly lentoid, with slight tapering edges. In cross section the axe is D shaped with one edge displaying a distinctive curved (domed edge) whilst the opposite is relatively flat. It is likely that this is caused by the axe being cast in an open stone mould. The butt is relatively thin having a narrow rounded profile; the width at the butt is 13.96mm (thickness: 1.55mm). The side…
Created on: Wednesday 13th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 25th September 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hollinsclough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-5D0362
Object type: LAMP HANGER
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy, probable Lamp hanger, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (14th to 17th Centuries AD). The hanger has an open circular centre. Two arms are present, the third is incomplete. Both surviving arms have an upturned hook at the end. Central swellings are present on each arm. The remnants of a third arm are present, with an old break located part way down the length of the arm. The back is plain and undecorated. The metal measures 4.22mm thick. The hanger is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 26.40mm in length, 63.93mm wid…
Created on: Thursday 7th July 2011
Last updated: Friday 3rd February 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nantwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-5C57B4
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck/hammered copper alloy jetton of Charles VI (1380-1422) or Charles VII (1422-1461), struck as one of the stock issues in Tournai between c.1415 and 1497 AD. The jetton consists of a Shield of France jetton, issued throughout the 15th Century. The jetton is badly struck. The obverse consists of a Shield of France bearing 3 complete Lys or Lis, with annulets to the top and side. The obverse inscription reads [ ]ACIA[ ] E [ ]. The reverse depicts a triple stranded cross fleuretty in a four arched tressure. The reverse inscription is illegible. The jetton is a dar…
Created on: Thursday 7th July 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 30th August 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-5BDED7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A complete struck / hammered silver groat, of Edward III (1327 to 1377 AD), minted in London, during the Fourth Coinage / 'Pre Treaty' coinage issue between 1356 and 1361. 'Pre Treaty Series G. Probably North 1193. Diameter: 26.54mm Thickness: 1.43mm Weight: 4.3 grams.
Created on: Thursday 7th July 2011
Last updated: Friday 26th August 2011
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