Record ID: WMID-079431
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting or mount, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The mount is irregular in shape, with a concave reverse. The mount is symmetrical. The terminals are debased fleur de lys or lis, with a circular perforation (hole) present at the base. This has an internal diameter of 2.0 mm. Between both terminals is a vertical oval, with grooved sides. No other decoration is present. The reverse is concave. The mount measures 25.0 mm in length, 10.0 mm wide and 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 1.5 g. The mount is a mid to dark green colour, with …
Created on: Friday 28th August 2015
Last updated: Friday 28th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-5F36C5
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy bar mount or strap fitting, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). Around 90% of the mount is present, with the attachment spikes being incomplete. The front of the mount consists of a central oval device with a trifoliate or debased lys (lis) knop above and below. A groove separates the knops from the central section. Each knop has a central leaf or pellet, with a smaller one to either side. Diagonal grooves on each add foliate detail. No other decoration is present on the front. The reverse is undecorated. The base of two r…
Created on: Friday 14th November 2014
Last updated: Friday 14th November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-2F6F53
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy toggle clasp or strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD) Around 90% of the toggle clasp is present, with the eye section being in complete. It consists of an oval plate with a debased trefoil knop, with a transverse ridged collar. A transverse ridged and grooved collar is present at the juncture of the plate and the eye section. The eye section is circular with the remains of a sub rectangular aperture. An empty rivet hole is present next to the eye section, internal diameter 4.2 mm. Two other empty rivet holes are present on the oval …
Created on: Thursday 18th December 2014
Last updated: Monday 5th January 2015
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Record ID: WMID-1AC19A
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy square mount or strap fitting, of Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). The mount is square in plan, and irregular in cross section. The front consists of a square, orientated as a lozenge. At the central is another raised lozenge with a central pellet. The edges are bevelled. The reverse features two incomplete integrally attachment spikes. Both have a circular cross section. The mount measures 12.9 mm in length, 14.0 mm wide and 7.0 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 grams. The mount is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. The pati…
Created on: Wednesday 18th June 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 18th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-2BB473
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An icomplete copper alloy mount, of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1500 - c. AD 1650). Around 50% of the mount is present, consisting of part of the flower head and the start of the leaves. Most of the leaves and are the stalk are now missing, presumed lost in antiquity. Originally the mount was in the form of a flower with two leaves and a stalk. The front of the mount has a moulded design consisting of a rounded flower head with multiple petals. There is a leaf at each side. On the reverse, one integral tapering attachment spike is present. It is folded towards the centre, with a ci…
Created on: Thursday 19th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 19th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-3ED451
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy zoomorphic strap fitting or belt hook, of Post Medieval dating dating (1500 to 1600 AD). The belt hook is S shaped with an oval cross section. A zoomorphic or animal head terminal is present at either end, with a rounded nose, and circular eye. At the centre of the S is a 'waisted' area comprising a central flower design, with leaves pointing away on both sides. An incomplete copper alloy circular sectioned loop is still present around one of the animal heads. It has a diameter of 11.7 mm and is 2.9 mm thick. The strap fitting measures 39.4 mm in lengt…
Created on: Thursday 25th September 2014
Last updated: Friday 22nd November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-D00219
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting / sword belt fitting of Early Post Medieval dating (17th CenturyAD). Approximately 95% of the strap fitting is present. The strap fitting consists of a circular hollow-domed plate with, at one end a projecting collared debased trefoil attachment knop, and the other end, would have originally continued into a blunt hook (now incomplete), with a double rounded collar at the junction with the plate. A trace of an iron rivet remains at both ends, as evident by the iron staining present. The strap fitting measures 35.2 mm in length, 19.3 …
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 8th July 2015
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Record ID: WMID-D031B3
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy sexfoil mount or strap fitting, of probably Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The strap fitting is sub circular in shape, with six lobes or sexfoil shape. The front has been decorated with a raised central pellet. Positioned within the centre of each lobe, is a recessed pellet. Traces of a white metal coating are present. The reverse is flat and undecorated. Two incomplete integral rectangular sectioned attachment spikes are present. It measures 20.9 mm in length, 20.6 mm wide and 5.8 mm thick. It weighs 3.9 g. The strap fitting is a mid gr…
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 8th July 2015
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Record ID: WMID-D04445
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy mount or strap fitting, of probably Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The strap fitting is oval in shape. No decoration appears to be present on the front of the mount. The reverse is concave and undecorated. Two incomplete integral circular sectioned attachment spikes are present. It measures 17.3 mm in length, 13.2 mm wide and 8.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.2 g. The strap fitting is a mid green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surfa…
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 8th July 2015
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Record ID: WMID-C4849C
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting / sword belt fitting of Early Post Medieval dating (17th CenturyAD). Approximately 95% of the strap fitting is present. The hook section is incomplete, probablybroken in antiquity. The strap fitting consists of a circular hollow-domed plate with, at one end a projecting collared debased trefoil attachment knop, and the other end is a close butted blunt hook (now incomplete), with a double rounded collar at the junction with the plate. A trace of an iron rivet remains at the trefoil end, as evident by the iron staining present. Remains of …
Created on: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
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Record ID: WMID-2C1C48
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy swivel strap fitting of Medieval dating (AD 1100 to AD 1400). The fitting consists of two matching, interlocking elements which articulate to form a swivelling fitting between two straps. Each half of the fitting has a D-shaped loop and strap fitting at its outer end and a half-spherical joint at the other. The joints are fused together and no longer rotate. The Zoomorphic beast heads are present at the junction between the spherical joint and the loop. The strap fittings consist of a box chape, which would have enclosed the strap. No other decoration app…
Created on: Monday 20th November 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 21st November 2017
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Record ID: WMID-4F1BB8
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy belt mount, of Medieval date (13th to 15th Centuries). The mount is of the bar type and consists of a domed central oval, with two projecting lugs. The projecting lugs are rectangular in shape, with a central perforation. The holes are recessed on the rear of the mount. An incomplete circular section copper alloy rivet is present in both of the lugs. The head of the rivet is flush with the front of the mount, but extends past the back of the mount. The central oval is domed, with five horizontal grooves as decoration in the middle. The reverse is concave. …
Created on: Saturday 13th June 2020
Last updated: Saturday 13th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-5F3C15
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy bar mount, pendent loop and an incomplete split pin of Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1400). The bar mount has a square front plate, with a wide bar extending from it. The bar is bent back upon itself, terminating with a lozenge shaped terminal at the back. The front plate and the lozenge terminal are secured together by a single circular sectioned rivet. A circular pendent loop is suspended in the bent bar. An incomplete split pin is also suspended through the pendent loop. The ends of the split pin taper to a point. One end is bent outwards, the other is…
Created on: Sunday 14th June 2020
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7CD4DC
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete enamelled copper alloy probable strap fitting of Roman dating (1st to 3rd centuries AD). The probable strap fitting consists of a triangular loop set at right angles to the head of the fitting. The head has a rectangular base but is triangular in cross section, with an apex ridge. The base is slightly recessed. The head has been decorated with four rows of inlaid enamel cells. Along both lower edges, is a row of five triangles, pointing upwards. These cells are red in colour, suggesting probable red enamel. To either side of the apex, is a row of four white crescents, …
Created on: Thursday 27th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 1st December 2020
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Record ID: WMID-E4E326
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-Medieval copper-alloy hooked strap-fitting for a sword-belt (c. 1600-c. 1700). The main body of the fitting is sub-circular in plan, convex at the front and concave at the rear. The front of the main body has three vertical facets. Curvilinear decoration is visible on the front. At one end a rounded knop is pierced and contains the remains of a separate iron rivet. Between the knop and main body there is a single transverse ridge. The rearwards projecting hook is 'D'-shaped in cross-section. Between the hook and main body is a pair of transverse ridges. There is a…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd March 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-8B5855
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting or belt mount, of medieval date (13th to 15th Centuries). Around 90% of the mount is present, as one of the projecting lugs is missing. The mount is of the bar type and consists of a domed central oval, with originally two projecting lugs. The projecting lugs are rectangular in shape, with rounded terminals, with a central perforation. The holes are recessed on the rear of the mount. The surviving hole still retains part of a circular sectioned copper alloy rivet.The central oval is domed. The reverse is flat. The reverse is undecorat…
Created on: Wednesday 10th March 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 10th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-8D631F
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, copper alloy Post-Medieval mount or strap slide; dating from AD 1500 - 1700. It consists of a flat plate, decorated with a foliate design. Both ends are circular, and then they narrow to create a waist either side of a central circular area. The front of the mount is decorated with a cast, floral 'vine foliage' design. The reverse of the mount carries two bars, one at each end. Both are long, narrow rectangles with blunt, square ends and both are bent inwards through ninety degrees. They may have originally been joined to form a loop to act as a strap slide or stra…
Created on: Wednesday 10th March 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 10th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-D95271
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable strap fitting of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The strap fitting is sub rectangular in shape. The upper end has a rounded terminal and two circular copper alloy rivets placed longituditionally. The rivet head has a diameter of 2.6 mm, and the shank measures 2.0 mm in diameter. Beneath this, the strap fitting had a 90 degree bend, it continues flat before another 90 degree bend, returning back to pointing downwards. Underneath the second bend, the fitting tapers inwards on both sides, before terminating in a circular end wi…
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Monday 14th February 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2F8E9B
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy eye-section for a belt or strap, of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1800 to c. AD 1850). The object is composed of three integral parts, a domed plate with an attachment loop at either end. One loop is rectangular and is attached to the longer side of the domed plate. The loop measures 15.0 mm in length and 5.7 mm wide. At the opposite side there is a circular loop orientated 90° to the plane of the plate. The internal diameter of loop is 5.4 mm. The domed plate has a prominent forward facing male lion's head at the centre, within an oval cartouche. It has a …
Created on: Monday 5th July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 19th October 2021
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Record ID: WMID-2FFB69
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy hooked strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD) The strap fitting was cast in one piece, and a separate piece of copper alloy sheet metal was attached to the reverse. It consists of an oval plate bearing decoration consisting of two semi circles positioned back to back, with three crescent stamps beneath each arch. A rounded attachment knop is present at one end. A slightly projecting ridged collar is present on the other side, above a a forward facing closed butted blunt hook. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Iron corrosion products a…
Created on: Monday 5th July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 19th October 2021
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Record ID: WMID-923F6C
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy domed strap fitting of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). Over 75% of the strap fitting is present, with the attachment spikes missing. The strap fitting is circular. The front is domed, with a central circular domed. Concentric circles are visible. The reverse is concave. The remains of two circular attachment spikes are present on either side. It has a diameter of 17.3 mm and is 5.9 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The strap fitting has a mid green to brown colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst wi…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd August 2021
Last updated: Thursday 21st October 2021
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Record ID: WMID-0A4F78
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap mount of Post Medieval to Modern dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The strap fitting is a flattened hexagonal shape. At the centre of the strap fitting is a raised pyramid area, with a flattened top. To either side of the pyramid, are pointed oval shapes, pointing outwards. The oval have a circular hole within them. This has an internal diameter of 8.2 mm. On the reverse, mineralised leather strap remains are present. One attachment spike is present, behind the outer triangular point. This attachment spike has a D shaped cross section and curves inwards a…
Created on: Tuesday 14th September 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 14th September 2021
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Record ID: WMID-49EBA7
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete enamelled copper alloy, belt plate of Roman dating (AD 100 to AD 300). The plate is sub rectangular in shape, but has abraded and incomplete corners. The edges are rounded. The front of the plate carries an elaborate panel of decoration, originally filled with enamel. The main, central element of the design comprises a rectangular block of leaf ornament, this panel is flanked by a border of copper alloy with small triple lobed projections towards te edge of the plate. The border has been infilled with red enamel, the central panel possibly blue enamel (now decayed to …
Created on: Wednesday 19th February 2014
Last updated: Monday 28th November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-4A4F76
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting or apron pendant, of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The strap fitting is in the form of a forwards facing eagle with head turned to right, splayed wings, oval shaped body, and neatly rendered claws and tail that project downwards at the base of the plate. Below the claws, the eagle is standing on a ball. Decorative detailing has been applied to the front of the strap fitting, marking out feathers and claws. A circular perforation (hole) is present between the two legs and may have been a rivet hole. It has an internal diameter of 2…
Created on: Wednesday 19th February 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 19th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-5D4936
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting or strap slide, of Early Roman dating (1st to 3rd Century AD). The 'strap-slide' has a square-headed and thin platform/ head with slightly irregular and uneven edges. A thin inscribed line running around the edge is the only decoration on the front of the slide. Stratchmarks are present on the front. The underside of this platform is flat and undecorated. There is a large rectangular loop at the back of the artefact, where the strap would have originally passed through. This loop is undecorated and appears to be integral. It measures 22.6 mm…
Created on: Thursday 20th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 20th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-F55813
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete hooked openwork strap fitting with pendent loop, of Early Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1550 to c. AD 1650). The strap fitting consists of a trefoil plate with circular and lozenge shapped apertures, and a projecting bifurcate collare at the juncture of the plate and the recurving close butted blunt hook. The front edges are bevelled. The reverse is flat and undecorated. Rivet holes retain separate iron rivets. A separate copper alloy pendent ring is suspended in the hook. The strap fitting measures 42.0 mm in length, 16.8 mm wide and 4.0 mm thick. The pendent ring has …
Created on: Thursday 27th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 27th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-500F66
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting or belt mount of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The mount is lozenge-shaped with a trefoil projecting from each cardinal point. The components of the trefoils appear to be pellets, while the lozenge-shaped plate has a raised rib flanking its edges and is filled with raised pellet decoration - one at the centre with a 'lozenge' around of twelve pellets. To the reverse, two thin circular section lugs project, one complete, one incomplete. The complete one displays a 90 degree bend as the method of securing the mount to the strap. Part…
Created on: Wednesday 20th November 2019
Last updated: Wednesday 20th November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-5096F7
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy strap loop, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD). The strap loop is oval in plan and section. It consists of an oval frame with a flattened panel at the front. The front consists of an oval flattened panel with longitudinal ridges. The reverse of the panel is plain and undecorated. The strap bar is narrowed slightly, for the strap. It measures 33.97 in length, 66.01 mm wide and has a maximum thickness of 9.47 mm. The strap loop weighs 41.0 grams. The strap loop is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even, but flaky surface patina. This flakiness …
Created on: Thursday 15th November 2012
Last updated: Thursday 15th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-92D1CD
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap slide of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The strap slide is rectangular in shape, with a wider front bar. Two sets of two v shaped grooves at right angles to the front bar are present as decoration. It measures 14.1 mm in length, 47.9 mm wide and 5.7 mm thick. It weighs 6.8 g. The strap slide is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of some of the original surface detail. Similar strap slides of Post medieval dating have been recorded on …
Created on: Tuesday 20th June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 4th July 2017
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Record ID: WMID-99628E
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy hooked mount or strap fitting, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 90% of the hooked mount is present, as the hook demonstrates an old break and is no longer complete. The mount has a sub rectangular shape, with a pointed ends. One end bears the remains of a sub triangular hook. The mount is convex, as if designed to fit onto a cylindrical item. Two circular rivet holes are present, one complete and one incomplete as there is a rip through the metal to the external edge. The complete hole has an internal diameter of 2.0 mm. Th…
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th February 2017
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Record ID: WMID-08DDF9
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two complete copper alloy strap fittings / belt hangers, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). Both strap fittings are of the same type, consisting of two separate elements: a sub circular pendent ring, and a sub triangular mount. In plan the mount is comprised of a tapering rectangle with an inward facing chevron shape at one end and a narrowed rectangular backward looping closed hook at the other. The hook retains a separate sub circular ring, with the slight remains of casting sprue on one side. The main body has two circular rivet holes on its cen…
Created on: Wednesday 26th October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 1st November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-71F712
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting / belt hanger, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600). The strap fitting consists of two separate elements: a sub circular pendent ring, and a sub triangular mount. In plan the mount is comprised of a tapering rectangle with an inward facing chevron shape at one end and a narrowed rectangular backward looping closed hook at the other. The hook retains a separate sub circular ring (11.3 mm diameter) with the slight remains of casting sprue on one side. The main body has two circular rivet holes on its central axis. T…
Created on: Monday 31st October 2016
Last updated: Monday 7th November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-F9BB91
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap fitting / sword belt fitting of Early Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD). Approximately 95% of the strap fitting is present. The hook section is incomplete, broken in antiquity. The strap fitting consists of a circular hollow-domed plate with, at one end a projecting collared debased trefoil attachment knop, and the other end is a close butted blunt hook (now incomplete), with a double rounded collar at the junction with the plate. A trace of an iron rivet remains at the trefoil end. The strap fitting measures 49.9 mm in length, 23.0 mm wi…
Created on: Tuesday 29th April 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 29th April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-29A09D
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy square or lozenge shaped mount or strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The mount is square in plan, and irregular in cross section. The front consists of a square, orientated as a lozenge. The edges are bevelled. The front exhibits a raised eight petalled flower, with a central pellet. The reverse features two integrally cast attachment spikes. One is incomplete, the other tapers to a sharp point. Both have a rectangular cross section. The mount measures 19.5 mm in length, 13.4 mm wide and 8.2 mm thick. It weighs 2.1 grams. T…
Created on: Monday 6th October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-ABEB49
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting or loop, of Post medieval dating (15th to 17th Centuries AD). The strap loop is rectangular. It has a flat cross section. An additional piece of sheet copper alloy has been wrapped around the outer loop, forming a 'roller'. It measures 8.9 mm in length, 20.2 mm wide, and 2.2 mm thick. It weighs 0.8g. The strap loop is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Monday 21st August 2017
Last updated: Monday 21st August 2017
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Record ID: WMID-2AED8F
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete fragmentary copper-alloy strap mount with suspension loops, probably from a sword belt, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th Century). Less than 50% of the strap mount is present, consisting of one loop and one terminal. The strap mount is a flat piece of copper alloy, broadly rectangular in plan with curved upper and lower edges. The outer edge of the mount has two opposing rounded lugs with a central rivet hole, almost resembling a fleur de lis/lys. One side is incomplete. The plate is then waisted, after which the upper and lower edges flare and contract along th…
Created on: Monday 4th July 2022
Last updated: Monday 4th July 2022
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Record ID: WMID-D6E343
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap loop, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD). The strap loop is oval in plan and section. It consists of an oval frame with a flattened panel at the front. The front consists of an oval flattened panel with longitudinal ridges. The reverse of the panel is plain and undecorated. The strap bar is narrowed slightly, for the strap. It measures 31.6 in length, 56.6 mm wide and has a maximum thickness of 14.8 mm. The strap loop weighs 31.9 grams. The strap loop is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even, but flaky surface patina. This flakines…
Created on: Tuesday 12th July 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2C4CAE
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy hooked strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD) The strap fitting was cast in one piece, and a separate piece of copper alloy sheet metal was attached to the reverse. It consists of an oval plate, possibly decorated by a leaf pattern. A rounded attachment knop is present at one end. A slightly projecting ridged collar is present on the other side, above an incomplete forward facing closed butted blunt hook. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Iron corrosion products are present, suggesting the attachment rivets were made from iron…
Created on: Tuesday 27th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 27th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-A39F77
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy belt or strap slide (loop) with internal projections, of Medieval dating (c. AD 1150 to c. AD 1400). It is in the form of a single, trapezoidal loop, flat on both faces. There are two short, inward facing, opposed extensions on the inner edge of the shorter sides about one third of the way up from the bar. No mouldings on the outside edge. Filemarks are visible on both sides. It measures 14.5 mm in length, 23.1 mm wide and 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g. The strap slide is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.  Similar sliders are illust…
Created on: Tuesday 10th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-45B88B
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-Medieval copper-alloy hooked strap-fitting for a sword-belt (c. 1600-c. 1700). Around 75% of the strap fitting is present, with one terminal missing. The main body of the fitting is sub-circular in plan, convex at the front and concave at the rear. The front of the main body has three vertical facets.  Between the hook and main body there is a single transverse ridge. The rearwards projecting hook is 'D'-shaped in cross-section. There is an integral copper-alloy rivet on the rear face situated between the hook and main body. It measures 34.0&…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-464E5F
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy sword belt fitting of Post-Medieval dating (AD 1550-1700). The object is composed of a large integral loop attached to a sub-rectangular plate. The plate has undulating edges and two semi-circular voids at the opposing end to the loop. There is a circular perforation in the centre of the plate. Flanking the central perforation are two circular perforations, for iron rivets (now missing). These small holes have an internal diameter of 2.1 mm. The object appears to be broken across the semi-circular voids. It measures 30.6 mm in length, 31.0 mm…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-A3814A
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy belt or strap slide (loop) with internal projections, of Medieval dating (c. AD 1150 to c. AD 1400). It is in the form of a single, trapezoidal loop, flat on both faces. There are two short, inward facing, opposed extensions on the inner edge of the shorter sides about one third of the way up from the bar. The outer edge has a central spherical moulding, and the corners of the outer edge also protrude slightly. Filemarks are visible on both sides. It measures 17.2 mm in length, 17.6 mm wide and 3.7 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g. The strap slide is a dark gre…
Created on: Tuesday 10th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-D5320A
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy openwork cruciform mount or strap fitting, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The strap fitting is cruciform in shape, with four projecting arms. Each arm is the same and terminates in an rounded knop, with a circular sectioned copper alloy rivet placed through it. Beneath the terminal knop is an openwork triangular shape, with rounded sides, which continue into a central square openwork. It represents a two strand ropework design. The edges have been rounded. The reverse is flat and undecorated. It measures 31.6 mm in length, …
Created on: Tuesday 12th July 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 20th July 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-4E96EC
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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 fitting consists of a sub triangular mount.The mount is a tapering rectangle in shape with an outward facing chevron shape at the top, and incomplete circular attachment hole, with a complete narrowed rectangular backward looping closed hook at the lower end. The main body has one empty circular rivet hole on its central axis, with an internal diameter of 2.0 mm. An additional attachment hole is present at the top of the strap fitting, but is incomplete. …
Created on: Wednesday 5th April 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 11th April 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-F48E07
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy hooked strap fitting of probable post-medieval date (AD 1500 - AD 1700). The mount is asymmetrical with a fleur-de-lys or trefoil shape at the upper edge and a pair of rounded projections towards the base at the terminal where the integral hook extends. The rounded end of the hook broadens then narrow slightly to a rounded knop at the end. The centre of the mount is decorated with an incised pattern of a central stem and curling branches. The reverse of the object is flat and undecorated. There are two rivet holes, one above the other on the main body of the…
Created on: Tuesday 25th April 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 25th April 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-78229D
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap union of Late Iron Age dating (50 BC to AD 80). The strap union has a flat reverse. The front has rounded edges. In the centre are two large circles, with circular holes in the centre. Each large circle has a diameter of 16.3 mm. The centre hole has a diameter of 6.3 mm. The outer edge on one is complete, the other is damaged. Originally an adjoining closed circular projection would have been present top and bottom. Two of these survive mostly intact. A third is partially present and the fourth is missing. There is a patinated break where it was att…
Created on: Tuesday 10th September 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 17th September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-C717C1
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap fitting or belt mount, of medieval date (13th to 15th Centuries). The mount is of the bar type and consists of a domed central oval, with two projecting lugs. The projecting lugs are rectangular in shape, with rounded terminals, with a central perforation. The holes are recessed on the rear of the mount. Both holes are infilled with soil.The central oval is domed, with five horizontal grooves as decoration in the middle. The reverse is concave. The reverse is undecorated. The mount measures 25.1 mm in length, 11.5 mm wide (max), 6.0 mm wide (min) an…
Created on: Tuesday 8th October 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 8th October 2019
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Record ID: WMID-64DC5C
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy hooked strap fitting, of Post Medieval dating (17th Century AD) The strap fitting was cast in one piece, and a separate piece of copper alloy sheet metal was attached to the reverse. It consists of an oval plate. A rounded attachment knop is present at one end. A slightly projecting ridged collar is present on the other side, above a a forward facing closed butted blunt hook. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Iron corrosion products are present, suggesting the attachment rivets were made from iron. The strap fitting measures 61.1 mm in …
Created on: Friday 11th February 2022
Last updated: Monday 14th February 2022
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Record ID: WMID-137E38
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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 open hook at the other. The hook has been twisted around. No decoration is visible. It measures 31.6 mm in length, 17.7 mm maximum width, and 7.1 mm thick. The metal is 1.2 mm thick. It weighs 3.3 g. The strap fitting is a dark green colour, with an uneven surfa…
Created on: Wednesday 26th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-136A33
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap slide or fitting, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 to AD 1600). The strap slide consists of a rectangular bar with incomplete ends. One end exhibits a 90 degree bend. The breaks are patinated.  It measures 31.0 mm in length, 8.9 mm wide and 10.3 mm thick. It weighs 8.9 g. The strap slide is a dark green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. This fragment is from the back of a strap slide, which could be Roman…
Created on: Wednesday 26th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2F40CD
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable furniture fitting of Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1800).  The probable furniture fitting consists of a disc with twelve points, though with one larger and more angular than the rest. One side bears a moulded radial pattern, with each ray bordered like a petal. The larger petal forms part of an attachment/suspension fitting, with a longitudinal ridge on the reverse. The reverse of the disc has the remains of a central attachment spike in the centre.  It measures 31.9 mm in length, 22.5 mm wide and it is 4.9 mm thick. The metal is 2.…
Created on: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
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Record ID: WMID-654385
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy zoomorphic strap fitting or belt hook, of Post Medieval dating dating (1500 to 1600 AD). Around 50% of the strap fitting is present. It was originally S shaped with an oval cross section. A zoomorphic or animal head terminal is present at one end, with a rounded nose, and circular eye. At the centre of the S is a 'waisted' area comprising a central flower design, with leaves pointing away on both sides. The strap fitting measures 29.2 mm in length, 19.2 mm wide and 4.6 mm thick. It weighs 4.9 g. The…
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F3DDE6
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable strap fitting or possible shoe cleat, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable strap fitting is rectangular in shape, with a rectangular slot in the centre. This measures 13.2 mm in length and 4.9 mm wide.The short edges curve round to form downward pointing points (both incomplete). Traces of iron corrosion products are present at either end of the rectangular slot. Rectangular recesses are present on both long edges. No decoration is visible on the upper surface. It measures 25.0 mm in length, 16.6 mm wide and 8.7 mm thick. The metal is 2.5 …
Created on: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-E61EFF
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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. The front face of the strap mount is decorated with a foliate design in relief, …
Created on: Monday 24th January 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: WMID-3B3A3E
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy zoomorphic strap fitting or belt hook, of Post Medieval dating dating (1500 to 1600 AD). It is S shaped with an oval cross section. A zoomorphic or animal head terminal is present at both ends, with a rounded nose, and circular eye. At the centre of the S is a 'waisted' area comprising a central flower design, with leaves pointing away on both sides. Iron corrosion products are present at the centre, and indicate that the pin may have been made from iron. The strap fitting measures 31.4 mm in length, 16.4 mm wide and 7.1 mm thi…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-904973
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy zoomorphic strap end of Late Anglo-Saxon dating (9th Century AD). The strap end is sub oval (rectangle with flattened ends and bowed sides) in plan. The majority of the strap end is cast as a solid piece, with the exception of the widest part of the terminal which divides, in profile, forming a 'V' shape. The leather strap would have been attached to the strap end by rivets (now missing). Both parts of the V shaped union are present, but the top is incomplete. The upper face of the strap end is decorated. The decoration is split into three parts: A c…
Created on: Wednesday 30th January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2017
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Record ID: WMID-B9E524
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy, probable openwork strap end, of Late Early Medieval dating (AD 900 to AD 1100). The probable strap end is sub rectangular in shape, with a flat cross section. Chip carved decoration, creating raised triangles is present on the from of the strap end, with neillo inlay present. Four circular holes (with an internal diameter of around 1.4 mm) are present in the centre, two on either side of the strap end. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 17.6 mm in length, 13.8 mm wide and 1.6 mm thick. It weighs 1.5 g. The probable strap end is a mid green col…
Created on: Monday 13th April 2015
Last updated: Monday 13th April 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-FE40D7
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete composite strap end, of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1450). The strap end comprises two sub rectangular sheets of copper alloy metal, joined with together with a sub rectangular spacer between them, forming a box like space. A decorative terminal, which separates into two diagonal incomplete knops is present at the base of the strap end. The top of the strap end extends to a semi circular knop on both sides. Three rivets / attachment holes are present at the top of the strap end, all still containing their rivets. A sub circular patch of iron staining is present in t…
Created on: Wednesday 24th July 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 24th July 2013
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-4AD546
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy 'amphora-shaped' strap end of Late Roman dating (AD 300 to AD 450). Approximately 75% of the strap end is present. Half of the back plate is missing, along with the tip at the base of the strap end. The strap end is broadly sub-triangular in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. The edges of the strap end have slightly beveled / faceted edges. The attachment part of the strap end has a slightly scalloped top edge and one circular rivet hole. This continues down into the upper part of the strap end, with two sub-oval (kidney / crescent) shaped lugs …
Created on: Wednesday 21st August 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 21st August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-191C01
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy composite strap end, of Medieval dating (13th to 14th Centuries AD). The strap end consists of the front, back and spacer of a composite strap end. The front and back plates are incomplete. The strap end is sub rectangular, and flat in profile. The base of the strap end has a centrally located decorative projection, probably an acorn knop. From this projection, the strap end has straight shoulders and continues up into a rectangular shape. The front and back plates are incomplete, leaving the arms of the spacer continuing up past the end of the plates. N…
Created on: Tuesday 24th September 2013
Last updated: Thursday 3rd October 2013
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-A73171
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end with trefoil plate and box chape, of Medieval dating (AD 1390 to AD 1420). The strap end is now in two pieces, with part of the reverse of the box chape missing. The trefoil terminal is no longer attached to the box chape. The terminal has two incomplete ciruclar holes between the three leaves. Diagonal grooves on the front of the terminal emphasis foliate detail. The front of the box chape has been decorated with a five pointed star or stylised person. Rocker arm decoration is present between the limbs. The reverse is plain. Traces of mineralis…
Created on: Monday 7th July 2014
Last updated: Monday 7th July 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-2FEB01
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable strap end of probable Early Medieval dating (c. AD 600 to AD 1200). The probable strap end has been made from a piece of sheet copper alloy metal. It is sub rectangular in shape. The lower end has the outer corners folded into the centre. Possible zoomorphic decoration is present on the front of the strap end. The strap end measures 34.1 mm in length, 12.0 mm wide and 1.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g. The possible strap end is a dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement, whilst within the plough soil, has r…
Created on: Friday 12th September 2014
Last updated: Friday 12th September 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-44BCB5
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete undecorated silver strap-end dating to the early medieval period. The strap-end is flat and sub-oval in form, with a rounded terminal and rounded corners at the attachment end. The attachment end is split to take the strap, with two circular rivet holes visible on front and reverse. No decoration is present, on either the front or the back.
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2017
Last updated: Monday 30th September 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tamworth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-A4D7E1
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper alloy strap end, of Early Medieval dating (c. AD 900 to c. AD 1100). The strap end is of a long, narrow tongue shape. It has a series of holes and bands running down its length, giving an openwork pattern probably representing a plant design, now quite debased. There is a thicker, sturdy band forming a frame around the outer edge of the strap end, which has raised bumps on both faces at intervals along its length. At the attachment end is a single rectangular plate projecting from the strap end. It is the spacer from between a front and back plate, both of wh…
Created on: Monday 19th November 2012
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-0D67A5
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy probable strap end, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1500). The probable strap end has been made from a piece of copper alloy sheet metal. It is sub rectangular in shape, with one rounded corner. Two small circular rivet holes are present at the top of the probable strap end. They have an internal diameter of 1.2 mm. Between the rivet holes is an openwork trefoil design. The probable strap end measures 28.3 mm in length, 16.3 mm wide and 0.9 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The probable strap end is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. …
Created on: Monday 26th June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 4th July 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-F070C3
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy probable two part strap end, of Late Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1450). The strap end is broadly sub-rectangular in both plan and cross section. The longitudinal edges are bevelled and taper from the widest - strap end to a blunted terminal. The strap end is formed from two parts: an incomplete inlaid front plate and a back plate. The inlaid front plate is secured by a single copper alloy rivet which pierces the lower face. It is possible that the inlaid plate may be mineralised bone. Below the inlaid plate is a decorated terminal with several horizontal …
Created on: Monday 29th January 2018
Last updated: Monday 29th January 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-1B225D
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap end, of Medieval dating (AD 1100 to AD 1400). The strap-end comprises two joined elements: there is a cast upper plate, which extends into a basal terminal; and a plain back plate. The upper plate is sub-rectangular in plan, its long sides converging towards the bottom, the edges angling downwards at 90 degrees. At its base the upper plate tapers into a neck, which in turn extends into the moulded and grooved terminal, the exact nature of which is uncertain, but probably zoomorphic (animal like). The back plate is contained between the bases of the sid…
Created on: Monday 14th August 2017
Last updated: Monday 21st August 2017
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Record ID: WMID-AC6153
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap end of Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1450). The strap end consists of a rectangular piece of copper alloy sheet metal, folded in half, with a circular copper alloy rivet at the open end to secure. The lower corners may have been bevelled. It measures 23.4 mm in length, 9.6 mm wide and 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.0 g. The strap end is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. A similar strap end has been published as no 587 in Egan & Pritchard, 2002, p127, and has been dated to London ceramic phase 12, c. 1400 to 1450. Referenc…
Created on: Monday 21st August 2017
Last updated: Monday 21st August 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-23E5B9
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end of Early-Medieval date (AD 750-900). The object is flat in profile and sub-rectangular in plan with a rounded tip. The opposing terminal is partially retained with the upper plate of this split end partially present, with the lower plate missing. The upper surface of the plate has an incised decoration composed of a moulded and incised zoomorphic style terminal with a rounded snout with two punched pellets to indicate nostrils, above which are two punched pellets to indicate eyes. Above the zoomorphic terminal is a pair of incised comma shape…
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-381166
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end spacer of Medieval dating (circa AD 1350-1450). Around 50% of the spacer is present, with both arms incomplete. The spacer has a decorative knop in the form of an acorn. Below the acorn is a narrowed collar from which it joins to the integral arms of the spacer which are incomplete. The now damaged arms form the portion of the spacer which would have been positioned within the two plates of the strap end. The acorn cup is decorated with a series of criss crossing linear indentations. It measures 48.1 mm in length, 18.5 mm wide and 6…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-66F2CD
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable strap end of Medieval dating (AD 1100 to AD 1500). The probable strap end consists of a rectangular piece of sheet copper alloy metal. A circular perforation is present at the top. This has an internal diameter of 2.6 mm. The front of the plate has been decorated with a irregular curved wavy line made from rocker arm decoration. The rocker arm decoration encircles the perforation and then criss-crosses on the way down the probable strap end, with each end coming off at each corner. All edges have been damaged, there is a potential break at the base …
Created on: Tuesday 19th July 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 19th July 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-88BBC9
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy tongue-shaped strap end, of Late Early Medieval dating (c. AD 850 to c. AD 1100). The strap end is tongue-shaped, with a rectangular attachment end. The attachment end still contains two circular sectioned copper alloy rivets. These have a diameter of 2.8 mm. The front of the plat has been decorated in high relief, with probably a Winchester-style foliate decoration surrounding a central motif, possibly a figure. The reverse is concave. It measures 30.7 mm in length, 15.9 mm wide and 4.8 mm thick. It weighs 6.1 g. The strap end is a mid green colour, with an …
Created on: Monday 21st March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 29th March 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-CE37F6
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy strap end of Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1450). The strap end consists of two pieces of shaped copper alloy sheet metal secured together. The strap end is broadly rectangular with a projecting debased lys terminal. At the top of the strap end, the two sheets are separate, containing the remains of a fabric strap between them. No decoration appears to be present on either side of the strap end. It measures 47.5 mm in length, 13.6 mm wide and 2.6 mm thick. It weighs 5.2 g. The strap end is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Se…
Created on: Tuesday 11th April 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 11th April 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-FBC21A
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable strap end of Late Early Medieval dating (AD 750 to AD 900). The probable strap end is sub rectangular in shape, with one rounded terminal and one squared terminal. Long edge are bevelled. Both sides have been decorated with a similar design, with an engraved elongated V in parallel with the edges of the strap end. The squared terminal is incomplete. It measures 28.4 mm in length, 7.3 mm wide and 3.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.9 g. The probable strap end is dark brown in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-FB50F9
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end of Early-Medieval date (AD 750-900). The object is flat in profile and sub-rectangular in plan with a rounded tip. The opposing terminal is incomplete, no rivet holes are present but the upper and lower plates are visible. The upper surface of the plate has an incised decoration composed of a moulded and incised zoomorphic style terminal with a rounded snout. At the top of the strap end, is a rectangular panel with probable interlace decoration, and potential niello inlay.  It measures 45.4 mm in length, 11.1 mm&…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-05B546
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end of Early-Medieval date (AD 750-900). The object is flat in profile and sub-rectangular in plan with a rounded tip. Both sides of the split are present, with two small circular attachment holes present. These have an internal diameter of 1.9 mm. The upper surface of the plate has an incised decoration composed of a moulded and incised zoomorphic style terminal with a rounded snout with two punched pellets to indicate nostrils, above which are two punched pellets to indicate eyes.  Above the zoomorphic terminal is a pair of incised com…
Created on: Wednesday 7th June 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th June 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E0437E
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap end of Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1450). The strap end consists of two pieces of sub rectangular sheet metal secured together. The lower corners have been angled to create a point in the centre.  It measures 26.9 mm in length, 11.3 mm wide and 3.0 mm thick. It weighs 2.5 g. The strap end is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. A similar strap end has been published as no 587 in Egan & Pritchard, 2002, p127, and has been dated to London ceramic phase 12, c. 1400 to 1450. Reference: Egan,…
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-96D8D1
Object type: STRAINER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two incomplete copper alloy joining fragments of a possible strainer, of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The possible strainer consists of a semi circular strip, bearing a row of drilled circular holes or perforations. It is incomplete, with both ends having broken over a set of holes. One fragment measures 25.8 mm in length, 16.5 mm wide and 2.6 mm thick. It weighs 3.3 g. The other fragment measures 19.6 mm in length, 16.3 mm wide and 2.5 mm thick. It weighs 2.6 g. Together they measure 41.0 mm in length, 18.5 mm wide and 2.5 mm thick. Together they weigh …
Created on: Monday 29th September 2014
Last updated: Monday 29th September 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-603D93
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Late Early Medieval Anglo-Scandinavian zoomorphic stirrup terminal of 11th Century dating. The face is decorated with a moulded zoomorphic beast's head, this has expanded flaring nostrils at the base above which a high transvers ridge forms a brow that mounts two lentoid shaped bulging eyes. Finally above the brow ridge are two small semi-circular protrusions forming the ears. Just below the top there is a prominent ridge which does not extend to the rear. The reverse is has a hollow concave back that forms the socket for the sidearm of the stirru…
Created on: Sunday 14th June 2020
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-50D700
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Late Early Medieval Anglo-Scandinavian zoomorphic stirrup terminal of 11th Century dating. The face is decorated with a moulded zoomorphic beast's head, this has expanded flaring nostrils at the base above which a high transvers ridge forms a brow that mounts two lentoid shaped bulging eyes. Finally above the brow ridge are two small semi-circular protrusions forming the ears. Just below the top there is a prominent ridge which does not extend to the rear. The reverse has a hollow concave back that forms the socket for the sidearm of the stirrup, with …
Created on: Friday 6th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 11th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-D56858
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy stirrup strap mount, of Early Medieval dating (eleventh century dating). The mount is of Williams Class A mounts, Type 11A. It is sub-triangular in shape and has a complete trilobed and perforated apex for attachment. The remains of a rivet is present in the apex. It is slightly convexed. No flange is present, the two rivet holes are located above the base on the front plate. They have an internal diameter of 3.0 mm. The central moulded design depicts a lion facing right and looking upwards with its front paw raised and tail curled bewteen the legs and ove…
Created on: Tuesday 12th July 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 12th July 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2FB58C
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Early Medieval copper-alloy stirrup-strap mount, dating to c. AD 1000 - 1100. The mount is sub-triangular in plan with a straight base edge and two long slightly convex edges converging at the apex, which is comprised of a pierced lug with two small knops at either side of the base. The front of the mount depicts a left-facing lion in relief, standing on three legs with one foreleg raised and the head bent up and back, facing upwards with jaws open. The tail curls between the legs and over the back, curling around to form a loop just behind the ear which f…
Created on: Tuesday 29th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-76BFE0
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete stirrup strap mount of Late Saxon (AD 1000 to AD 1100) dating. The stirrup strap mount is triangular in shape, with two circular attachment holes (internal diameter: 3.2 mm) above a right-angled stepped flange, with a worn and debased animal head projecting from each end of the lower edge and a larger worn and debased animal head projecting at the apex. Below the apex projection, is a slightly larger hole (internal diameter: 3.4 mm). Zoomorphic decoration would have covered the front of the mount. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 62.1 mm in length, 34.6 mm wide and …
Created on: Friday 19th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 19th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-6065B8
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Late Early Medieval Anglo-Scandinavian stirrup terminal of 11th Century dating. Around 25% of the terminal is present, consisting of the flaring nostil base and transverse stop ridge at the reverse. The back is hollow and concave. It measures 16.2 mm in length, 13.9 mm wide and 14.7 mm thick. It weighs 10.8 g. The stirrup terminal is dark brown in colour, with an even surface patina. It has been treated with olive oil. Several similar stirrup terminals have been recorded on the PAS database, including: GLO-7983…
Created on: Sunday 14th June 2020
Last updated: Friday 20th October 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D03918
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy terminal for a stirrup, of Late Early Medieval dating (c. AD 1050 - c. AD 1100) The terminal is sub triangular in shape. The terminal has an incomplete and hollow U-shaped back face that terminates in old breaks. From the base of the terminal projects the stylised beast, which has a rounded nose at the base, and two flattened semi circular crests (ears) towards the top of the terminal. It measures 38.02 mm in length, 22.04 mm wide and 12.47 mm thick. It weighs 27.6 grams. The stirrup terminal is a mid brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasio…
Created on: Thursday 14th February 2013
Last updated: Friday 20th October 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E00D60
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable Late Early Medieval Anglo-Scandinavian stirrup terminal of 11th Century dating. Around 25% of the terminal is present, consisting of the flaring nostil base and transverse stop ridge at the reverse. The back is concave. It measures 25.1 mm in length, 18.8 mm wide and 18.7 mm thick. It weighs 22.7 g. The stirrup terminal is dark grren in colour, with an even surface patina. Several similar stirrup terminals have been recorded on the PAS database, including: GLO-798396 and IOW-F8821B. Comments on the latter r…
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 20th October 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2D70D6
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy medieval stirrup, of Medieval dating (c. 14th century AD). Around 25% of the stirrup is present, consisting only of the attachment end with a trapezoidal cover plate. The arms and foot rest are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. At the attachment end is a trapezoidal cover-plate, expanded at its base. The object has a trapezoidal cover-plate with a double collar border around its base and a smooth top edge, which is bevelled and well worn. The border does not, in this example, continue onto the side plates, which are angled at approximately 75 degree…
Created on: Monday 3rd July 2023
Last updated: Monday 3rd July 2023
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Record ID: WMID-184456
Object type: STEELYARD
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy steelyard (scale with beam arms of unequal length), of Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD). The steelyard consists of a lozenge sectioned arm with notched calibrations. The calibrations are hard to identify, but there should be two sets, one on the top of the arm and one at the bottom, each set at regular but different spacing. At one end the rod terminates with a domed knop, 11.04 mm in diameter. The other end of the steelyard widens into a sub rectangular terminal, with three suspension holes. One is located at the end of the steelyard and the oth…
Created on: Wednesday 19th June 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd May 2017
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Record ID: WMID-742578
Object type: STATUE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy statue, of probable Post Medieval dating (18th to 19th Centuries AD). Approximately 5% of the statue is present, consisting of a left hand grasping a curved rod. Iron staining around the wrist of the hand is suggestive that the statue fragment may have an iron core. The curved rod is most likely to be part of the body of a bow. The fragment measures 74.29 mm in length, 26.26 mm wide and 27.36 mm thick. It weighs 175.8 g. The statue fragment is a dark green to mid brown colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within t…
Created on: Tuesday 11th December 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 15th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-85B967
Object type: STAMP
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy printing block, from a set of movable type, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The printing block is a rectangular cuboid in shape, with a square section. One face exhibits an reversed capital letter 'N', in a print style similar to that of Times New Roman. Two sides exhibit a V shaped notch cut into them. These notches would have been used to align / hold the printing block in place. The printing block measures 22.63 mm in length, 14.16 mm wide and 12.16 mm thick. It weighs 37.9 g. The printing block is a light to mid grey colour, w…
Created on: Wednesday 12th December 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 15th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-83FFC0
Object type: STAFF
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy staff terminal, of early medieval to medieval dating. The terminal is circular in form, rectangular in section, hollow and with a short integrally cast rectangular socket projecting from its base. It has openwork decoration on both sides consisting of a ten pointed star with curved lines connecting each point. A central projection knop is present. Multiple small sub circular projecting knops or pellets are present as decoration along each curve and point. The side has an openwork zig zag design, with more of the semi circular pellets positioned as decoration…
Created on: Thursday 4th September 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 29th January 2019
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Record ID: WMID-492A37
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy terminal from a rowel spur arm, of Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). The fragment consists of a heart shaped terminal, with two circular perforations (holes). The spur arm has a D shaped cross section, with a flat reverse. Beneath the heart shaped terminal is a moulded rectangular collar, with a horizontal V shaped groove across it as decoration. The remains of the oval sectioned arm is present below the collar. No decoration is present on the reverse. It measures 22.1 mm in length, 13.0 mm wide and 2.6 mm thick. the holes have an inter…
Created on: Tuesday 26th May 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 26th May 2015
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Record ID: WMID-716277
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy spur terminal, of Medieval to Post dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). Around 25% of the spur is present, consisting of the terminal and a small part of the arm. The rest of the artefact is missing. The arm is sub rectangular in shape, with a circular indentation present to the right of an old predepositional break. The terminal is separated from the main body of the arm by a vertical ridge and groove. The terminal is sub rectangular in shape, and oriented at a right angle to the arm. Three circular perforations (holes) are positioned on the terminal. The upp…
Created on: Thursday 28th May 2015
Last updated: Thursday 28th May 2015
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Record ID: WMID-5ECC84
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rowel from a rowel spur, of Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1300). The rowel is star shaped, with six spokes. Each spoke is triangular with a circular cross section. The tips are missing from some of the spokes. A sub circular perforation is present at the centre of the rowel. This has an internal diameter of 3.7 mm. It measures 21.6 mm in length, 19.5 mm wide and 3.6 mm thick. It weighs 2.8 g. The rowel is a mid green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of so…
Created on: Friday 14th November 2014
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-CAFBE3
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rowel spur, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 50% of the spur is present, consisting of the neck, rowel box and half of both arms. The rowel and terminals are no longer present, presumably lost in antiquity. The neck is sub circular in section with a central slot for the rowel and a piercing at either end of the flared rowel box. This piercing contains the remnants of the iron axis pin. The neck attaches to the spur proper where the two sides, which are D-shaped in section, meet. The arms curve away from the neck and terminate in…
Created on: Thursday 13th February 2014
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-07BAC3
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rowel spur, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th to 17th Centuries AD). Approximately 25% of the spur is present, consisting of the back section of the spur, with part of the box attached. In plan it is a shallow 'U' shape. Both arms are incomplete and each have an ovoid section. Each arm tapers gradually from the back towards the terminals (now missing). The rowel is missing. The box is incomplete and consists of a lentoid sectioned neck, and the remains of two projecting arms (which would have held the rowel in place). The spur measures 35.3 mm in…
Created on: Wednesday 12th March 2014
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-B128E3
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rowel spur arm, of Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). Less than 25% of the spur arm is present, consisting of part of the arm and the incomplete attachment holes. The spur arm is almost L shaped, with a sub 90 degree bend located around the midpoint of the surviving fragment. A moulding of three transverse ridges is present at the bend. The partial remains of two circular attachment holes are present at the end of the arm. The arm has a D shaped cross section. It measures 41.5 mm in length, 19.4 mm wide and 4.1 mm thick. The spur arm i…
Created on: Tuesday 16th May 2017
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-0F7E95
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rowel spur, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). Around 75% of the spur is present, consisting of one almost complete arm, an incomplete one, a neck and a partial rowel box. The arms have a flat cross section. Originally both arms would have formed a 'U' shape with the neck, but now the arms have been pushed closer together. An upward curve of the arms still remains. One incomplete figure of 8 rivet terminal survives. From the outside of the heel, a neck extends from the midpoint, with a circular cross section., with an incomplete parallel tine…
Created on: Monday 26th June 2017
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-6C3E81
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy star spur rowel, of Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1600 - c. AD 1660). Around 3/5th of the rowel is present, consisting of 3 out of the original 5 points. The rowel is flat on both faces, with bevelled edges. It would have originally had five evenly spaced fleur-de-lis points forming a star shape. Both faces have similar moulded decoration on the points which extends to the centre of the object. The decoration is in the form of small parallel transverse grooves. At the centre there is a circular hole to accommodate a bar. It measures 25.3 mm in length…
Created on: Tuesday 6th December 2016
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-298081
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete 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 back of the spur has been decorated with a raised lozenge, with the neck of the spur located in the centre. The neck is incomplete, with two incomplete projections which would have originally formed the 'box' to hold the rowel. It measures 45.9 mm in length, 50.9 mm wide and 12.7 mm thick. It weighs …
Created on: Monday 6th October 2014
Last updated: Sunday 14th June 2020
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