Record ID: WMID-796032
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Two concentric grooves decorate the front of the weight. Inside these grooves, it has been stamped with a set of incuse marks, which read IIII. This mark (I) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The back is plain and undecorated. A central depression is present. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patin…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Friday 15th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-7B5032
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. The weight has been stamped with a set of incuse marks, which read IIII. This mark (I) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The back is plain and undecorated. A central depression is present. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 28.9 mm and is 18.2 mm thick. It weighs 104.…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 5th November 2013
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Record ID: LVPL-2AEF67
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle from a skillet or posnet, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The handle is sub rectangular in plan, and D shaped in cross section. The top of the handle has been decorated with a repeating cross style design. The design consists of a cross made up from four open triangles, with the apex (point) pointing inwards (also known as a cross pattee). Three repeats of the design are present along the handle, prior to the break. The opposing end exhibits a dropped end. The underneath of the handle has a ridge running centrally dow…
Created on: Thursday 5th May 2011
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2011
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Record ID: WMID-944FDB
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy artefact of uncertain function and form, but probably of Post medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The artefact is curved, with a flat base. Several ridges are present up the sides and the top displays a rope like design. A triangular notch is cut into the base. Both ends exhibit patinated breaks. It measures 21.2 mm in length, 37.8 mm wide, and 9.2 mm thick. It weighs 21.0 g. The artefact is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 1st February 2022
Last updated: Monday 4th April 2022
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Record ID: WMID-E96D5B
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy probable two faced doll's head of Late Post Medieval Dating (AD 1800 to AD 1900). The probable doll's head consists of a flattened oval, extending downwards into a narrow neck, with flattened shoulders. The front and reverse faces are flattened with no decoration. Probable faces made from triangular notches removed to depict eyes and mouth are on both sides, indicating it may represent Janus - a two faced Roman God of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings. The shoulder have been circular and wo…
Created on: Friday 30th June 2023
Last updated: Friday 30th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2311E2
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse probably depicts a long cross design (Powell type 14). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 15.6 mm and is 5.2 mm thick. It weighs 4.7 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Lead tokens are a frequently occurring find, with a variety of different designs. Tokens like this, were used as tallies or as replacement low denomination coinage during the Medieval and Post Medieval periods.
Created on: Tuesday 12th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 12th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0F358E
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy unifaced token, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). The token is circular, and flat. The obverse design consists of a four petalled flower (Powell type 1). No design is present on the reverse. The token has a diameter of 37.2 mm and is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 14.4 g. The token is an off white, light grey colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Monday 26th June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 18th July 2017
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Record ID: LVPL-50A203
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy symmetrical bar mount of Post Medieval Dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The mount is irregular in plan and sub rectangular in cross section. The mount consists of a central circle, with a lozenge / diamond to either side. Both ends and the centre have been decorated with a vague floral motif, consisting of a central raised pellet, with associated raised radiating rays (petals). The back of the mount is plain, with two integrally cast attachment spikes. One is complete and the ohter exhibits an old break approximately half way along the shank. B…
Created on: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 19th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-0D8F8F
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
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 mount is comprised of a tapering rectangle with an outward facing chevron shape at one end, edges are damaged and a narrowed rectangular forward looping closed hook at the other. The main body has two circular rivet holes on its central axis, with an internal diameter of 1.3 mm. Traces of linear decoration are present on the front. It measures 34.2 mm in length, 13.2 mm maximum width, and 7.5 mm thick. The metal is 1.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.9 g. The…
Created on: Monday 24th June 2019
Last updated: Monday 24th June 2019
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Record ID: WMID-609939
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete two-part toggle clasp (toggle-section), of early Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 50% of the toggle clasp is present. The toggle is missing. The fitting is decorated with moulded relief and openwork. The plate has a central circular hole, either side of this a circular rivet hole with the rivet still in place. Running along the straight outside edge is a grooved line. The sides of the plate are open work with a circular notch either side of the upper rivet hole. Beside the central circular hole on both sides are three projecting prongs. Below t…
Created on: Monday 7th March 2022
Last updated: Monday 7th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-7F3395
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete but fragmentary copper-alloy strap mount with suspension loops, probably from a sword belt, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th Century).  Around 25% of the strap fitting is present. One loop and a lis terminal remain. A trifoliate terminal, with a central rivet hole is present on the left hand of the fitting. A loop projects downwards at 90 degrees from the bottom edge of the mount. The rivet holes have been pierced from the reverse though to the front of the mount and contains part of the iron rivet. The front face of the strap mount is de…
Created on: Monday 31st January 2022
Last updated: Monday 4th April 2022
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Record ID: WMID-BBD907
Object type: SPEAR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete wrought iron flat leaf shaped blade, of uncertain dating but probably Post Medieval to Modern (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The artefact has a flat leaf shaped blade, with integral square sectioned tang. A ridge is present on side of the blade, near to the junction with the tang. No central ridge is present on either side of the blade. The top exhibits a rounded, blunt point, not a sharp one. The tang is incomplete with an old, pre-depositional break at the bottom. It measures 113.84 mm in length, 35.14 mm wide and 8.20 mm thick. It weighs 50.2 g. The artefact is a light t…
Created on: Monday 15th April 2013
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2013
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Record ID: LVPL-2A8B22
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
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 to dark grey colour with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 11.94mm and weighs 8.1 grams. Shot of this type and weight are normally attributed to use with muskets, and of 17th Century dating onwards.
Created on: Thursday 5th May 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 15th May 2019
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Record ID: WMID-2C9507
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver seal matrix with lion rampant (right) motif, of Post medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 50% of the matrix is present, with an incomplete handle. The die face is oval and it has a hexagonally facetted conical handle. The handle is a double-collared probable trefoil terminal. The motif is a lion rampant within incised line and beaded border. The seal matrix has a height of 11.3 mm. The die face measures 17.2 mm by 15.6 mm. It weighs 3.8 g. The lion rampant motif was a familiar heraldic symbol, and a matrix of this type would have been a gene…
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd July 2020
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Record ID: WMID-AB55D7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy seal matrix of Post Medieval dating (AD 1550 to AD 1700). Less than 50% of the seal matrix is present, consisting of the base or die matrix only. The handle is missing. The die matrix is oval in shape, The upper surface creates a cone like shape, with no facets. The lower face is flat, with two reversed initials visible, with a vertical line separating them. The initials are L A. The seal matrix has 14.2 mm in length, 11.7 mm wide and 6.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The seal matrix is a mid dark green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. The …
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4F8063
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two complete Russian bale seals of the Cross-in-Shield type, of 18th to 19th Century AD dating. Both seals are of the same type, with a cross-in-shield within a beaded border on the obverse. On one seal, it is possible to see six pellets in the top left quarter and five in the top right quarter. The reverse bears the ligated initials WB and the number 9K beneath. They are of the 'bulla' type of seal, where there is space for two wires or strings to pass through the seal as opposed to discs and rivets. The first one has a diameter of 19.9 mm and is 4.2 mm thick. It weighs 10.…
Created on: Tuesday 25th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 25th August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-08BC67
Object type: PLAQUE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy plaque depicting a hunting scene of Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The plaque is irregular in shape, it consists of a moulded scene depicting a winged cupid, riding a possible dragon right, blowing a hunting horn. Wings are outstretched behind. The reverse is flat. It measures 35.7 mm in length, 50.1 mm wide and 6.2 mm thick. It weighs 26.3 g. The plaque is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Winged cupids tend to be depicted in artwork during the 18th Century, therefore this plaque, a probable furniture fitting, is lik…
Created on: Wednesday 7th June 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D2E73F
Object type: PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete clay pipe (smoking) of early to mid seventeenth century AD dating (AD 1620 to AD 1660). Most of the bowl survives, but the rim is incomplete. A horizontal line is present just below the rim. The bowl is slightly bulbous and curves upwards at an angle of 45 degrees. A circular foot is present with a maker's mark depicting the initials HP within a circular cartouche. Only a small part of the stem survives. It measures 27.7 mm in length, 30.3 mm tall and the bowl has a maximum diameter of 17.3 mm. The stem has a diameter of 9.2 mm and the bore hole has an internal dia…
Created on: Tuesday 26th November 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd March 2020
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Record ID: WMID-96690D
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy pendant of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The pendant consists of an openwork circle design. In the centre is an equal armed cross. A circle has been place around the top leg of the cross. Surrounding the cross is a two level circular border, creating the impression of a smaller top circle and a large lower circle. A circular suspension loop is placed at the top. It has a diameter of 24.8 mm and is 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.6 g. The pendant is a mid grey colour with an even surface patina. The cross design is suggestive that this …
Created on: Monday 11th November 2019
Last updated: Monday 11th November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-60179B
Object type: KNIFE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy zoomorphic knife end cap, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1600). The cap takes the form of a stylised animal head, probably a dog.. It is sub-oval in cross section. The terminal consists of an elongated head with an up-turned snout. The mouth is indicated by incised grooves and the eyes are represented by small circular punch marks. Ears are marked on either side as small circular depressions. The top of the head is grooved. There is a diagonal groove on both faces that extend from the back of the head at the top to the front under the chin. At the …
Created on: Monday 7th March 2022
Last updated: Monday 7th March 2022
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