Record ID: LVPL-30AFC4
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
Fragment of a long, thin cast copper alloy medieval mount, with a slightly concave reverse. It has one complete rivet hole in the centre of a panel which is D-shaped in cross-section. This is flanked at either end by a transverse ridge or collar and then a square, slightly raised panel which is rectangular in cross-section. One end is broken across this panel, perhaps at a rivet hole. The other end has another transverse ridge and then another raised panel which then steps down to a flatter area which is broken across a definite rivet hole. The object is covered with an even dark g…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Thursday 24th November 2016
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Record ID: LVPL-30C487
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy mount of medieval date. It consists of a rectangular plate with concave surface, with a trefoil or fleur-de-lis projection at one end. The outer foils, or leaves of the fleur, each have a circular hole which may originally have been used for attachment. In the centre of the fleur is a diagonal grooved cross or saltire. The fleur-de-lis or trefoil terminal is connected to the rest of the long, thin mount by a narrowed concave neck. The mount then tapers very slightly to expand again at the broken end. The underside is flat and undecorated. The mount is …
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Monday 20th June 2016
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Record ID: LVPL-314DB0
Object type: NUT CRACKERS
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
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 four lines of 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' are located below the…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Friday 26th August 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-319747
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy rowel spur of Post medieval (17th to 18th Centuries AD) dating. Approximately 50 of the spur is present, consisting of the back of the spur, part of the rowel box and part of one of the arms. The spur is in two pieces, with each piece being found separately but from the same site, and later refitted. The back and side of the spur consist of a concave curved plate, with moulded foliate or floral decoration on the outside. This decoration comprises a repeating design of a four petalled flower, with a central pellet. The neck of the rowel box is …
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Friday 20th November 2020
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Record ID: LVPL-31C786
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy catch plate fragment from a Trumpet style brooch, of Roman (75 to 175 AD) dating. The catch plate fragment consists of the base of the bow and part of the triangular catch plate behind it. It is rectangular in plan, and irregular in profile. The catch plate is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of surface detail. The catch plate measures 25.87mm in length, 6.83mm wide and 10.58mm thick. It weighs 4.2 grams. This brooch fragment was found in …
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Friday 26th August 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-322AD1
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Trumpet style brooch, of Roman (75 to 175 AD) dating. Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, with the hinge / spring and pin missing. The head of the brooch is oval in plan, and tapers into the bow. The reverse of the head is flat, with a integrally cast rectangular lug. This lug is incomplete and has the remains of a pierced hole through it. The pin / spring would have been attached through this hole. There is no evidence of a head loop or plate. The bow of the brooch is D shaped in cross section. The head of the brooch tapers into the body.…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2014
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Record ID: LVPL-340D82
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warrington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy head or bust from a figurine, of Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The figurine is irregular in plan and D shaped in cross section. The front is domed and consists of moulded decoration in the form of a face. The face has a pronounced upper lip or mouth, with a bulbous nose above. The eyebrows have been formed from a ridge across the face, and the eyes are indisinict. The hair is almost wig like, with two semi-circles on either side and a triangle on the forehead, suggesting a receding hairline. The neck looks like he is wearing a c…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-34BA37
Object type: BRIDLE BIT
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy, probable two link bridle bit of the Polden Hill sub type, of Late Iron Age to Early Roman dating (150 BC to c.43 AD). The bit consists of one end of the mouthpiece, with a heavy collared terminal perforation. The simple cheekpiece rings would have been directly threaded through this perforation. The bit terminal has been decorated with by two converging incised lines, that start at the edge, converge together around the side of the bit and then diverge again on the other side. A potential central swelling could be present at the break in the bit. T…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 5th July 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-3506A1
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy possible insert or piece of machinery, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (17th to 19th Centuries AD). The find consists of a semi-circular top half, with an octagonal (eight sided) base. The top has a concave centre, with a circular hole drilled into the centre. The internal diameter of the hole is 2.26mm. File or saw marks are present across the top. The find is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 15.17mm tall, 13.13mm wide and 12.03mm thick. It weighs 6.8 grams.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-3571C8
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy 'toy' cannon, of Post Medieval to Modern dating (18th to 19th Centuries AD). The toy is described as if it was a functioning cannon: The cascable (or cascabel) and the cascabel button has a length of about 9.40mm. The base ring diameter is 8.82mm. Between the base ring and the first astragal, the vent field has a length of c. 5.28mm and the circular vent itself has a diameter of 2.36mm. This vent is sometimes referred to as a 'touch-hole'. The trunnions (length: 19.56mm) are positioned on the first reinforce ring. The trunnions are set about mid…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35B2D3
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
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 brown colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 10.13mm and weighs 5.9 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35B8A7
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
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 light to mid grey colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 14.30mm and weighs 15.7 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35BD71
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
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 light to mid grey colour with an uneven surface patina. It has a diameter of 14.32mm and weighs 16.4 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35C265
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
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 light to mid grey colour with an uneven surface patina. It has a diameter of 15.79mm and weighs 21.2 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35C938
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
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. The shot demonstrates flattening in a couple of areas, possibly the results of a collosion with a hard surface following firing. It is a light to mid grey colour with an uneven surface patina. It has a diameter of 14.00mm and weighs 16.1grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-35D826
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (43 - 1650 AD). The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and lentoid in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast off centre. The internal diameter of the hole measures 8.36mm wide. Faint traces of decoration (diagonal raised ribs) are present on both the upper and lower faces are present. The whorl has a diameter of 26.94mm and is 13.44mm thick. It weighs 42.2 grams. The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-35FED4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but worn, struck / hammered copper alloy token, issued by the Anglesey Mines (Parys Mining Company) in 1791 in Anglesey. Obverse: Hooded druid's head, surrounded by an oak wreath. Obverse inscription: - Reverse: Cypher of the Parys Mining Company. Reverse inscription: ANGLESEY MINES HALF PENNY 1791 Diameter: 29.00mm Thickness: 2.53mm Weight: 12.7 grams. The Anglesey half pennies or 'Druids' were the first copper token coinage to be issued by a company to facilitate the payment of the miners, thereby overcoming the dearth of small change experienced throug…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-86C822
Object type: KNIFE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy, possible end cap from a scale tang knife, probably of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (13th to 18th Centuries AD). The end cap is circular in plan, and semi circular in cross section. It consists of a hollow cast copper alloy ball, with an attachment hole on the underside. The hole is circular in plan. The hole has an internal diameter of 3.39mm. It is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion in a few places has removed the original surface, so it is hard to determine the original function. It measures 13.65mm in hei…
Created on: Monday 27th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-870612
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy seal matrix, of Late Post Medieval to Early Modern dating (18th to 19th Centuries AD). The seal matrix is sub oval in plan, and rectangular in profile. The reverse is plain, and there are no clear methods of attachment present. The front of the matrix exhibits a crown at the top, with a circular legend below, surrounding three legs, with spurs on the feet, joined at the thigh. The legend reads: QUO CUNQUE JEGERIS STABIT (Whichever way you throw it, it will stand). The legend and device on the seal matrix is that of the Isle of Man. The seal matrix is a…
Created on: Monday 27th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Downholland', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-884CF7
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy rowel spur, of Post Medieval dating (c. 1600 - c.1700 AD). The spur is incomplete, consisting of the rowel box, but missing the sides and the rowel. The neck of the spur is ovoid (egg shaped) in shape, with a length of 11.13mm and a maximum diameter of 7.56mm. An old break is present at the top of the neck, and is oval in cross section. The rowel box is incomplete, with only one arm being present. The surviving arm is sub rectangular in shape, with a D shaped cross section, and flat on the inner face. The bar is missing. The spur is a mid gree…
Created on: Monday 27th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 23rd November 2020
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