Record ID: LVPL-A6FFD3
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
A cast silver die stamped cufflink element of 17th Century dating. The cuff link consists of a single disc or cuff link element. It is circular in plan, with bevelled edges. . The back is plain and undecorated. The method of attachment is missing. The front has been die stamped with a crown with central cross pattee ornament. Two hearts are below. This design is believed to be a reference to that of the marriage of Charles II (1660-1685) to Catherine of Braganza in 1662. It has a diameter of 12.63mm and is 2.50mm thick. It weighs 1.6 grams. Therefore as the cuff link is older …
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2011
Last updated: Monday 17th June 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pocklington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-883FF2
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast silver gilt finial from an Apostle spoon, of Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (15th to 16th Centuries AD). The finial consists of robed figure, with bare head and chin length chin, holding a book in his right hand and either a saw or a one sided palm frond in his left. The figure is stood on a double fluted hexagonal shaped base. It measures 32.01mm in length, 11.46mm wide and 8.88mm thick. It weighs 10.9 grams. The earliest dated set of Apostle spoons is 1493 AD, but they were most popular from 1500 AD to 1660s AD. Complete sets consisted of all twelve A…
Created on: Tuesday 22nd March 2011
Last updated: Thursday 2nd May 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bawtry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-20E485
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval coin: A complete struck / hammered silver penny of Charles I (1625-1649), minted between 1625 and 1649. The penny has been pierced off centre, through the middle of the rose on both the obverse and reverse. Diameter: 14.02mm Thickness: 0.68mm Weight: 0.4 grams
Created on: Thursday 17th March 2011
Last updated: Thursday 14th April 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-2232A6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Published
A gold mourning finger ring. It has traces of black enamelling on the exterior, in a probable floral pattern. An inscription is present on the internal surface, reading "Death is the waye to life". Next to the inscription on the internal surface is a maker's stamp with the initials TS in square cartouche. Description: Post-Medieval gold mourning ring. D-shaped section with inscription on interior of band , which reads: Death is the waye to life. Maker's mark TS within rectangular cartouche. The fine floral scroll on the exterior, retaining much of the black enamel, is consist…
Created on: Thursday 17th March 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Middlewich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-308C12
Object type: FURNITURE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete decorated sheet copper alloy furniture fitting or possible book mount, of Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The furniture fitting is approximately 50% complete, with the majority of the left side of it present. The right side and parts of the lower side are missing, presumably lost in antiquity. It would appear that the furniture fitting had been bent in half, as the remnants of the fold is present down the centre of the fitting. The furniture fitting is sub circular in plan, with two convex circular knops present; one at 12 o'clock and one at 9 o'c…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-317B05
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy crotal or rumbler bell of probable Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Approximately 60% of the bell is present, with part of one side no longer present. The bell is sub circular in plan and profile, with an integrally cast sub rectangular suspension loop attached to the top. The edges of the rectangular suspension loop have been bevelled. The body of the bell has broken across one half of the upper section, resulting in the loss of one side of the mouth. The internal surface exhibits a couple of areas of reddish brown surface dep…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 30th March 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-5E7B05
Object type: DAGGER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy sword or dagger pommel, probably of Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c.1450-1700 AD). Approximately 25% of the pommel is present consisting of part of the top, and parts of three sides. It was originally square sectioned. Now it is sub rectangular in plan and irregular in cross section, having broken across both the length and the width of the pommel. The top would originally have been domed, possibly with a central hole to secure the tang of the blade. The top has been decorated with a ridged foliate (leaves) design. Large leaves (with multipl…
Created on: Friday 1st April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'NORTH YORKSHIRE', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-5F52C6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but damaged silver struck / hammered threepence of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603 AD), minted in 1580s, possibly 1582 AD. Both the initial and reverse marks are unclear. The coin has a crumpled appearance, probably caused by movement in the plough soil. Diameter: 17.87mm Thickness: 0.88mm Weight: 1.2 grams.
Created on: Friday 1st April 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 26th April 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitegate', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B43CC8
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy furniture fitting / mount, in the form of a stag's head, of Post Medieval Dating (17th - 18th Centuries AD). The mount is sub triangular in plan and irregular in cross section. It consists of a moulded stag's head. The antlers at the top are incomplete. The eyes, nostrils and ears are moulded in relief, with texturing done by fine diagonal lines to imitate the coat of the animal. The reverse is concave, with an integally cast circular rove / attachment located centrally. The mount is a dark reddish brown colour, with a dark green patina only survi…
Created on: Tuesday 5th April 2011
Last updated: Friday 6th May 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-1872F4
Object type: SPOON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver spoon handle, of Post Medieval dating (16th Century AD). The handle is an elongated 'tear drop' shape, with a rounded end. The front exhibits a central ridge (Hanoverian terminal) and the back is flat. Two initials have been scratched on the reverse 'S*C', presumably those of the original owner. The handle has broken across the hallmark, with only the standard mark being present. This mark consists of a Lion passant, facing left in a rectangular cartouche, with a small triangle removed next to the lion's head. This has been reported as Potential Treasure, due…
Created on: Sunday 10th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Calverton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-025A25
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Published
A small coin hoard / purse loss consisting of three (3) coins of Elizabeth I (1558-1603). It consists of two groats, both minted between 1560 and 1561 with a mintmark of cross crosslets, and a shilling also minted between 1560 and 1561 with a mintmark of a martlet. The coins have been recorded separately as: LVPL-023DF0; LVPL-022CD8 and LVPL-01C2D2. As the find consists of two or more precious metal coins (silver in this case), it is potentially classifed under the Treasure Act 1996 and has been reported to the local Coroner.
Created on: Thursday 21st April 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 8th May 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C396A5
Object type: JEWS HARP
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy jews harp, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. 1400 to c. 1700 AD). In plan, the jews harp consists of a sub circular head, and two tapering arms, both with the characteristic lozenge cross section. The arms are incomplete, displaying an old break. The rabbet is located at the apex of the head, still containing the remnants of the iron tongue. The jews harp is mid to dark green in colour, with an even surface patina. The jews harp measures 51.20mm in length, 25.37mm wide at the head and 6.71mm thick. It weighs 10.9 grams. Jews harps, or …
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-C3DB95
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a pistol ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid grey to white colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 12.41mm and weighs 10.2 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C3E265
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a pistol ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid grey to white colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 11.36mm and weighs 7.6 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C3F0F1
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a musket ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid grey to white colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 15.62mm and weighs 20.5 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C409B3
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete spherical lead alloy ball, probably a musket ball, of 17th Century dating. The lead shot is spherical in nature, displaying a couple of nicks and a small ridge, probably the remnants of the casting process. It is a mid grey to white colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 15.31mm and weighs 21.0 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C457D3
Object type: TOBACCO HOLDER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and decorated lead alloy tobacco box lid knop of Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). It measures 46.43mm in length, 20.67mm wide and is 24.12mm thick. It weighs 10.16g. The knop is broadly sub circular in plan and irregular in profile. The knop is modelled on a black African male head, with a rounded face; heavy brows and eyes; a wide flattened nose and thick lips, slightly parted. The cheeks and chin are also well-defined. There are flecks on the back of the head to indicate short hair and there is a prominent band around the head, moulded in hig…
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-D95E84
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval coin: A complete but worn silver struck / hammered sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558 - 1603), date of minting uncertain but probably between 1583 and 1603 as part of the third issue of coinage. North type 2015. Diameter: 23.84mm Thickness: 0.84mm Weight: 2.1 grams
Created on: Tuesday 19th 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-D988C4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval coin: A complete but worn silver struck / hammered sixpence of Anne (1702 - 1714), polished and bent twice into a love token. Spink type 3592 Diameter: 21.00mm Thickness: 0.91mm Weight: 2.2 grams
Created on: Tuesday 19th 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-DAADD7
Object type: PADLOCK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy padlock, of Post Medieval dating (16th Century to mid 19th Centuries AD). It is circular in plan, with two protruding lugs at the top of the lock. These lugs would have originally taken the bar, which is now missing. The presence of iron corrosion products around the area of the lugs would suggest that the bar was originally made from iron. It is sub rectangular in cross section. A rectangular plate is present, both on the front and the back, positioned longituditionally in the centre of each face. Each plate has been decorated with three small pan…
Created on: Tuesday 19th April 2011
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.