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Record ID: LVPL-208D65
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy bar mount, of Medieval dating (c.1200 to c. 1500 AD).
The mount is sub rectangular in plan, and D shaped in section. At the centre of the bar is a square panel with faint cross hatched decoration and traces of gilding. Either side of the central panel both arms are identical and have a short faceted section followed by a prominent transverse ridge. At each end of the bar are semi-circular terminals that are slightly dome-shaped in form and have projecting oval shaped terminal knops. They have at their centre circular rivet holes.
The mount is a …
Created on: Thursday 15th September 2011
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2011
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This findspot is known as 'North Yorkshire', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-BBFE12
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD).
The weight is an irregular cone in plan, and triangular in profile / cross section. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the top of the weight (the flat surface of the cone), 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 22.99mm tall, and has a diameter of 20.90mm at the to…
Created on: Thursday 12th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-C3E3F8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: An incomplete struck / hammered silver penny of Henry VI during his first reign (1422 - 1461 AD), minted in Calais between 1427 and 1430, of the Rosette-Mascle issue type. North type 1450.
Diameter: 17.73mm
Thickness: 0.65mm
Weight: 0.8 grams.
Coin was photographed.
Created on: Wednesday 6th April 2011
Last updated: Saturday 23rd April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Combermere Rally', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-121F91
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper alloy four way strap or chain distributor of Medieval dating (c.1200 to c. 1500 AD).
The distributor is cross like in shape, with an openwork oblique short-armed cross located at the centre. The four arms of the cross are raised up from the central circle, with triangular ends pointing into the centre of the distributor. The far end of each arm is circular in shape. A separate copper alloy strap attachment is folded around the recessed section between two of the arms of the cross. The strap attachment has one sub circular terminal, which has an intergral circ…
Created on: Friday 4th March 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 10th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-37BBD6
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy heraldic harness pendant of medieval dating (14th Century AD).
The pendant is of the 'heater' shield shape (a flat top, with sides that curve steeply to a point). The upper edge has an integrally cast suspension loop, which is sub oval in plan and set at right angles (ninety degrees) to the pendant. It is angled forwards, with an oval pierced loop (now incomplete).
The front of the pendant features moulded heraldic decoration in the form of three lions passant guardant, arranged one above the other. This decoration is set within an inlaid red …
Created on: Friday 18th March 2011
Last updated: Friday 23rd April 2021
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-329E56
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy spherical / globular button, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (15th to 16th Centuries AD).
Approximately 75% of the button is present, with the head and most of the shank present. The base of the shank has broken across the attachment loop, which is now incomplete.
The head is oval in plan and cross section. The shank is sub rectangular in plan and rectangular / flat in cross section. The head is of the plain / globular / biconvex style, with no trace of decoration remaining. The shank was cast integrally and consists of a flat sub r…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 30th March 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-3455F0
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy purse suspension loop of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (c.1450-1600 AD).
The suspension loop is sub-circular in plan, and D-shaped in cross section. The external diameter of the loop is 26.35mm and internal is 19.07mm. A collar with parallel sides if present at the base of the loop, and is circular in cross section. The diameter of the collar is 8.07mm wide and it extends 5.4mm beneath the suspension loop. A small section of shank is still present beneath the collar, this would have originally been longer and would have been secured thr…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
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This findspot is known as 'NORTH YORKSHIRE', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-B02466
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Rally ID: 89
A worn struck / hammered copper alloy thick (piedfort) jetton, of the Shield of France type, of Late 15th Century dating.
Obverse: Shield of France bearing 3 complete lis / lys
Obverse inscription: [ ]AVE MARIA G[ ]
Reverse: Triple stranded straight cross fleuretty in 4 arched tressure, with lis / lys at the arches.
Reverse inscription: illegible.
Mitchiner type: #707-711, p 231. No direct comparatives but weight and measurements are comparable.
Diameter: 26.99mm
Thickness: 1.71mm
Weight: 5.7 grams
This style of jetton is considered to be the result of a…
Created on: Tuesday 5th April 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 5th April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Combermere Rally', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-B2CD66
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered silver halfpenny of Edward I (1272 to 1307), minted in London between 1280 and 1282 (probably Type 2).
Diameter: 14.75mm
Thickness: 0.61mm
Weight: 0.7 grams
Coin was photographed.
Created on: Tuesday 5th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 21st April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-B327B2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but heavily worn struck / hammered silver penny of either Henry II or Henry III, of uncertain mint and moneyer but minted between 1180 and 1247 AD.
Diameter: 13.91mm
Thickness: 0.95mm
Weight: 0.8 grams
Coin was photographed.
Created on: Tuesday 5th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 21st April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DB4B87
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A complete struck / hammered silver penny of Edward II (1307 - 1327 AD), minted in Bury St Edmunds, probably between 1317 and 1319 AD. Probably Class 14.
Diameter: 17.85mm
Thickness: 0.64mm
Weight: 1.1 grams
Coin was photographed.
Created on: Thursday 7th April 2011
Last updated: Saturday 23rd April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Combermere Rally', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-DB7D55
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: An incomplete struck / hammered silver penny of Edwardian type (1279 - 1377 AD), minted in the Archiespiscopal mint in York. Date of minting uncertain.
Length: 13.56mm
Width:10.59mm
Thickness: 0.58mm
Weight: 0.3 grams
Coin was photographed.
Created on: Thursday 7th April 2011
Last updated: Saturday 23rd April 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Combermere Rally', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-6B17E3
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl, of Medieval dating (1100 - 1450 AD).
The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and lentoid in cross section. The upper face has been decorated with a large number of raised pellets, arranged in an approximate circular pattern. Diagonal rays have been placed in between the pellets, in a rough chevron style pattern. The lower face exhibits thick S-shape ribs, in a sunburst / wheel style design. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast approximately centrally. The internal diameter of the hole measur…
Created on: Thursday 14th April 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 31st October 2017
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Record ID: LVPL-ED9720
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (1300 to 1800 AD).
The weight is cylindrial in plan, and sub circular in cross section. It has been formed from rolling up a small sheet of lead. The seam is present running along the length of the weight.
It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, probably caused by movement in the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of a significant proportion of the original surface.
It measures 35.94mm long, is 16.15mm wide and 14.13mm thick. The sheet of lead alloy is…
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 16th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-C55940
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD).
The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). The top of the weight has been deliberately flattened, and a suspension / hanging hole of irregular shape has been placed. The hole has been located off centre and has been incompletely perforated
The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with facetted sides. The surface of the weight is rough and und…
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-BD1695
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy strap loop / fitting, of probable Medieval dating (c.1350 - c.1450 AD).
The strap loop is D shaped or semi-circular in plan, and D shaped in cross section. It consists of a semi circular frame with bevelled exterior edges. The strap bar is recessed, with a circular cross section. Possible remnants of an iron are present wrapped around the exterior edge.
The strap loop is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
It measures 21.61mm long, 21.68mm wide and the frame is 4.75mm thick. The frame is 1.78mm thick. The strap loop weighs 2.7 g…
Created on: Tuesday 24th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 21st September 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-CC0D72
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A struck/hammered copper alloy jetton of Charles V (1364-1380 AD) or Charles VI (1380-1422), struck in Tournai, France between 1373 and 1415.
The jetton consists of a Chatel Tournois jetton, one of the jetton issues that alluded to the French provinces, struck principally between the French reconquests of 1373 and the anarchy following the battle of Agincourt in 1415.
The obverse depicts the Chatel Tournois accosted with a lis or lys either side. The obverse legend reads: +IE SVI DE LATON BE (Translation: I am of handsome latton). The reverse depicts a triple stranded straight c…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 30th August 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-CD4164
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy annular brooch, with decorative elements to either side, of Medieval dating (c.1200 - c. 1400 AD).
The brooch is sub-circular (slightly oval) in plan, with the frame having a broadly circular cross section. The decoration on the brooch is symmetrical and is the same on both sides (front & back). The decoration is probably floral or zoomorphic in style, but due to the degree of abrasion suffered, it is hard to determine exactly the style of decoration. A double sided projection is present on one side of the brooch, with a pronounced swelling opposite …
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-CEEB37
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast lead seal matrix, of Medieval date (c. 1250 - c.1350 AD).
The seal matrix has a circular die, with a large D-shaped lug on the reverse. This is rectangular in cross-section and has an off-centre sub-circular perforation, diameter 2.52mm. No marks appears to be visible to aid orientation of the die.
The die depicts four leaves arranged in an quatrefoil design, surrounded by a grooved border and then the legend around the edge. Each leaf consists of five diagonal petals or leaves. The legend appears to read + S': GRONW MON AP HOVA (Seal of Gronw Mon Son of Hova). G…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 9th December 2015
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-D00327
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy enamelled Casket or cross mount, of Medieval dating (12th to 13th Centuries AD).
The casket mount consists of half a length figure, with a solid head. The head is turned slightly to the right, and one (green) glass eye remains. The figure has five panels of enamel arranged lengthwise down the figure, indicating costume. The panels of enamel are mainly blue but there is possibly one panel of green and one of yellow present. Minor traces of gilding are present on the front of the mount. Two attachment holes are present, located centrally on the figure. The…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-D02C10
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper alloy enamelled mount from a casket or crucifix, of Medieval date (12th to 13th Centuries AD).
The mount consists of a three-quarter length figure, with a solid head. The head is turned slightly to the right, and two blue glass eyes remain. The figure has seven recessed panels, for enamel to be inlaid, arranged lengthwise down the figure, indicating costume. The enamel is no longer present, lost through abrasion. Two attachment holes are present, located centrally on the figure, both are empty, with an internal diameter of 4.02mm. The back of the mount is conc…
Created on: Wednesday 25th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 20th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-FA9742
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindlewhorl, of Roman to Medieval dating (43 AD to 1500 AD).
Diameter: 34.16mm
Thickness: 8.51mm
Weight: 34.0 grams
Created on: Friday 27th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 6th December 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-FB88C6
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy heraldic harness pendant of Medieval dating (14th Century AD).
The pendant is of the 'heater' shield shape (a flat top, with sides that curve steeply to a point). The upper edge has an integrally cast suspension loop, which is sub oval in plan and set at right angles (ninety degrees) to the pendant. It is angled forwards, with an circular pierced loop (internal diameter 2.35mm). The pendant is incomplete, missing the original lower right edge.
The front of the pendant features moulded heraldic decoration in the form of an Ex (gronny of eight pie…
Created on: Friday 27th May 2011
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-4F4637
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A worn cast copper alloy Chinese coin, from the Northern Song dynasty (960 AD to 1127 AD), minted during the Xining reign between 1068 and 1077 AD. Chinese characters (inscription- Xining yuanbao) are only present on the obverse. A square hole (7.60mm by 8.05mm internal dimensions) is present at the centre of the coin.
Diameter: 24.00mm
Thickness: 1.44mm
Weight: 4.1 grams
It is doubtful that this is a geninue medieval find (i.e. present in the country due to trade and lost accidentially) but more likely a more recent loss from an curated collection.
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-4D7F95
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix, of Medieval dating (1250 to 1400 AD).
The body of the matrix consists of a pedestal formed from six irregular tapering sides. These terminate in a single moulded band below a sub triangular pointed loop. The suspension hole is broadly circular in shape. No orientation marks are present around the base of the matrix. The die or seal face is broadly circular in plan, with a diameter of 19.34mm.
The die / seal face is incomplete, with the edges being damaged. The die is well cut and detailed. The central device of the seal …
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-4EBE48
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (43 - 1650 AD).
The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular (flat) in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast off centre. The internal diameter of the hole measures 10.12 mm wide. No traces of decoration are present on either the upper or lower faces.
The whorl has a diameter of 26.74mm and is 5.90mm thick. It weighs 21.8 grams.
The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. The whorl has suffered from a min…
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-50F587
Object type: TROWEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy plasterer's / bricklayer's pointing tool / trowel, of probable Medieval to Post Medieval dating (14th to 17th Centuries AD).
The tool consists of two different sized sub rectangular flat ends or blades, joined together by a curved diagonal shank.
Both ends are the same sub rectangular shape. At the front of each, they have straight edges, whereas at the back, it is curved, presumably to aid comfort whilst being held in the hand. One end measures 37.09mm in length, 17.93mm wide and 2.98mm thick. The other end measures 37.12mm in length, 11.81mm wide and…
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-79C6D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A struck / hammered silver cut halfpenny of Henry III (1216 to 1272), minted between 1248 and 1250, in Winchester by moneyer Hvge. Probably Class III.
Diameter: 18.59mm
Width: 9.09mm
Thickness: 0.59mm
Weight: 0.6 grams.
Created on: Thursday 2nd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 6th July 2011
No spatial data available.
Record ID: LVPL-7A0294
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A struck / hammered silver penny of possibly of John (1199 to 1216), possibly minted between 1204/5 and c.1209. Possibly Class 5b. The reverse has been double struck, which has rendered the reverse illegible so mint and moneyer can not be easily determined. The coin has been misshapen by post depositional damage.
Diameter: 21.20mm
Thickness: 1.06mm
Weight: 1.4 grams.
Created on: Thursday 2nd June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-8B1E71
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: An incomplete worn, struck / hammered silver half penny, of Edward III (1327 - 1377), minted in London, as part of the Second or debased issue between 1335 and 1343. This issue of coinage is also known as the 'star marked' coinage as all coins have a star at the end of the obverse or reverse legend. Withers Type 5ii, North 1102.
Diameter: 14.49mm
Thickness: 0.48mm
Weight: 0.5 grams
Created on: Friday 3rd June 2011
Last updated: Thursday 11th July 2013
Spatial data recorded.
This findspot is known as 'Stainfield', grid reference and parish protected.
Record ID: LVPL-CD3D73
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 irregular cylinder in plan, and sub circular in profile / cross section. The base exhibits slight flattening. 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 but it appears to be incomplete.
No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina.
It measures 23.77mm tall, an…
Created on: Monday 6th June 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th April 2012
No spatial data available.
Record ID: LVPL-F6CCD4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Sefton
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval coin: A clipped struck / hammered silver half groat, of Edward IV (1461 - 1483 AD), minted in Canterbury as part of the Light Coinage issue between 1464/5 to 1470 AD. North 1590.
Diameter: 17.85mm
Thickness: 0.80mm
Weight: 1.3 grams
Created on: Wednesday 8th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 12th October 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-A00267
Object type: TOILET ARTICLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy probable toilet implement of either Roman or Medieval dating (43 AD - 1400 AD).
The find consists of a strip of rectangular sectioned copper alloy, with a S-twisted mid section and flat rectangular ends. Neither end is complete.
The probable toilet implement is a mid to dark green colour with a even surface patina.
It measures 63.26mm in length, 5.33mm wide and 2.84mm thick. It weighs 2.9 grams.
Twisted handles are to be found on Roman cosmetic implements, although distinguishing them from medical implements is difficult, as is often acknowled…
Created on: Thursday 16th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 10th December 2014
No spatial data available.
Record ID: LVPL-A1A070
Object type: HARNESS MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy possible heraldic harness hanger, of probable Medieval dating.
The possible harness hanger is irregular in both plan and profile. The top of the hanger consists of central bar with a flat lower surface and regularly spaced semi-circular projections. After a right angled bend, the central bar splits into two semi-circular ends, each with the remnants of a iron pin / bar for suspension purposes.
It is mid to dark brown in colour, with an even surface patina.
It measures 20.21mm in length, 13.70mm wide and 10.41mm thick. It weighs 2.7 grams.
It is …
Created on: Thursday 16th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd June 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DBC751
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy rectangular buckle and buckle plate of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (c.1400 to c.1600 AD).
The buckle consists of a rectangular frame, with attached rectangular plate. The pin is missing.
The frame is rectangular in plan, with a D shaped cross section. A rectangular pin rest is present at the mid point on the outer edge. The sides of the frame are expanded towards the back of the frame. The central bar is narrowed and offset.
The plate consists of a sub rectangular sheet of copper alloy metal folded around the central bar. A slot ha…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 13th July 2011
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DCEF21
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (43 - 1650 AD).
The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and flat (sub rectangular) in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast off centre. The internal diameter of the hole measures 3.35 mm wide. No traces of decoration are present on either the upper or lower faces.
The whorl has a diameter of 26.30mm and is 4.65mm thick. It weighs 19.6 grams.
The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. The whorl has suffered from a m…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DD00C2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD).
The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). A suspension hole has been located off centre, at the top of the weight and has been incompletely perforated
The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with facetted sides. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated.
The weight measures 14.67mm tall, 12.63mm diameter at the base, 9.60mm di…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DD1BE3
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy single looped D shaped buckle with a separate rectangular strap plate of medieval date (c.1350 to 1450 AD).
The buckle frame is broadly D shaped in plan, with a broad D shape cross section. At the centre of the frame, a single angular pointed projection with a U shaped notch as pin rest is present. The strap bar is off set.
Folded around the strap bar is a buckle plate formed from sheet metal. A rectangular shot has been cut at the centre, to enable the pin to be positioned on the strap bar of the buckle frame. The edges of the buckle plate have been offs…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DD3911
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy finger ring with incised decoration, most likely of medieval date (1200 to 1500 AD).
The finger ring consists of a cast copper alloy hoop with incised decoration. It has a D shaped cross section. The hoop exhibits a repeating series of small vertical incised lines all around the circumference of the hoop.
The internal surface of the ring exhibits a large number of file marks. No inscription appears to be present.
The ring is mid to dark green colour with an even surface patina.
The ring measures: 20.58mm external diameter, 18.56mm internal diameter, 2…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
Spatial data recorded.
Record ID: LVPL-DDC0E8
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One handle fragment from a wheel thrown vessel, of Medieval dating (13th to 15th Centuries AD).
The handle consists of a plain strip handle, with patches of a green glaze on the exterior surface. The handle would have originally been part of a large glazed jug type vessel.
The handle measures 18.09mm thick and weighs 49.6grams. It measures 56.30mm in length and 37.91mm wide.
Sherd specific details:
Fabric type: Local (miscellaneous / unsourced) glazed jug fabric. Fine frequent Sand tempered.
Sherd type: handle
Handle type: Strip
Handle thickness: 18.09mm
Firing condition: u…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
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