Record ID: WMID-063646
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver, probable huntsman's whistle, of Early Post Medieval dating (16th to early 17th Century AD). Approximately 25% of the whistle is present, consisting of part of the central tubular section (now pressed flat) and the suspension loop. The central section has been made from a piece of silver sheet, with impressed decoration. The section has been soldered lengthways, with the suspension loop added afterwards and soldered in place. The decoration consists of an interlocked cable design with pellets in between. It measures 17.05 mm in length, 14.28 mm wide and 3.68 m…
Created on: Tuesday 18th June 2013
Last updated: Friday 28th February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Droitwich Spa', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-A7F058
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Four (4) complete cast spherical lead alloy probable weights or possible shot, of Post Medieval dating. 1. has a diameter of 18.67mm and weighs 26.7 grams. (TGid: 5) 2. has a diameter of 22.05mm and weighs 55.9 grams. (TGid: 3) 3. has a diameter of 22.8mm and weighs 60.6 grams. (TGid: 20) 4. has a diameter of 25.28mm and weighs 74 grams. (TGid: 11) All four exhibit a vertical perforation, from top to bottom, suggesting that their primary function was initially as a weight, but as they were found in proximity to several other probable lead shot, then a secondar…
Created on: Monday 22nd November 2010
Last updated: Saturday 10th June 2017
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Record ID: WMID-D98D4E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (AD 1702 to AD 1714). Two stamps are present on the obverse, consisting of a sword of St Paul and a Crowned A. The Sword of St Paul indicates that it was made in London. The Crowned A indicates that it was made during the reign of Anne (AD 1702 to AD 1714). The reverse is flat, with filemarks present. Some iron corrosion products are present on the surface. It has a diameter of 19.2 mm and is 3.8 mm thick. It weighs 6.5 g (0.23 oz).
Created on: Monday 8th September 2014
Last updated: Monday 8th September 2014
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Record ID: WMID-699CF7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, probably Medieval to Modern in dating (AD 1200 - AD 1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single circular shaped hole is set off centre with an internal diameter of 5.9 mm. It measures 17.7 mm in length and has a diameter of 17.1 mm. It weighs 25.7 g (0.91 oz). It is a dark grey colour, with an uneven patina across the surface. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface. Several similar weigh…
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7CF424
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 toAD 1800). The weight is cylindrical in plan, and sub circular in cross section. The top is rounded. The base flat, with a small rib around the edge. There is a central circular perforation that transverses the length of the weight, currently infilled with soil. The perforation has a maximum internal diameter of 3.9 mm. The weight measures 24.8 mm long and a diameter of 13.8 mm. It weighs 27.1 g (0.96 oz). The weight has a mid-cream coloured patina. The surface has been abr…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7D3940
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A conical lead alloy standing weight of probable Medieval to Post-Medieval dating, circa (AD 1300 - 1700). The weight is conical in form. The sides of the weight flare to the flat circular base.The upper edge has a rounded top, with a circular hole in the top. This has an internal diameter of 2.5 mm. The weight is undecorated. The weight measures 15.4 mm in height, 23.5 mm in diameter and weighs 29.4 g (1.04 oz). The weight is a mid to dark grey colour with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7D6927
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, probably Medieval to Modern in dating (AD 1200 - AD 1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical. A single circular shaped hole is set off centre with an internal diameter of 3.9 mm. It measures 16.7 mm in length and has a diameter of 14.0 mm. It weighs 20.5 g (0.72 oz). It is a mid to light grey colour, with an uneven patina across the surface. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface. Several similar weights have been reco…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-3EB004
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, probably Medieval to Modern in dating (AD 1200 - AD 1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single circular shaped hole is set off centre with an internal diameter of 5.1 mm. It measures 17.1 mm in length and has a diameter of 18.7 mm. It weighs 31.3 g (1.11 oz). It is a dark grey colour, with an uneven patina across the surface. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface. Several similar weigh…
Created on: Wednesday 12th August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-507D2A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy standing / hexagonal / pyramidal weight, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1600). The weight has a circular base, with a central circular depression. The sides of the weight have been facetted, forming six distinct sides. The sides gradually taper towards the top. An incomplete suspension loop is present at the top of the weight. It measures 22.9 mm in height, 17.8 mm wide and 19.7 mm thick. It weighs 34.1 g or 1.20 oz. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within …
Created on: Wednesday 8th October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 8th October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-05E4F8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A conical lead alloy weight of probable Medieval to Post-Medieval date, circa (AD 1300 - 1700). The weight is conical in form. The sides of the weight flare to the flat circular base.The upper edge has a flattened top. The base is flat. A central square perforation or suspension hole runs the length of the weight. It measures 3.4 mm by 4.3 mm internally. The weight is undecorated. It has a height of 41.3 mm. The base diameter is 35.4 mm and the top diameter is 19.9 mm. It weighs 294.2 g (10.38 oz). The weight is an off white colour, with an even surface patina. Various …
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-906853
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy line weight or bead of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable line weight is rectangular in shape, with a square cross section. A hole appears to run through the length of the weight, this is mostly infilled with soil at time of recording. One face has been decorated with two raised crosses or Xs. The next face has a raised pellet in the centre. The next face has a horizonital groove. The final face has an unclear design, it appears to have a saltire style cross on one end. But it also exhibits a post depositional scar, probably str…
Created on: Monday 9th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 11th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-31095A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy standing / pyramidal weight, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1600). The weight has a concave circular base, which dips in the middle. The sides taper inwards towards the top. The top is damaged. It measures 19.5 mm in height, 20.4 mm wide and 18.1 mm thick. It weighs 25.4 g or 0.9 oz. It is a light to mid grey 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 surface detail. Several similar pyramidal /suspension weights have be…
Created on: Tuesday 1st October 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 1st October 2019
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Record ID: WMID-FEF5A1
Object type: WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete roll of sheet lead alloy, of uncertain date and function (AD 43 to AD 1800). The artefact consists of a rectangular strip of lead sheet, tightly rolled up into a cylinder. It measures 17.81 mm in length, 11.56 mm wide and 10.64 mm thick. It weighs 13.0 g. The roll of lead is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. The Romans did have curse tablets which consisted of writing a curse on a small piece of lead sheet and then rolling it up before offering it to the gods, many have been found in the spring at Bath. As stray finds, out of context (and stil…
Created on: Thursday 18th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 18th April 2013
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Record ID: WAW-2B6BF7
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A strip of copper alloy sheet metal, with the remains of two iron rivets, probably a vessel repair of Medieval dating (Mid 12th to 15th Centuries AD). The repair is sub-rectangular in plan and rectangular in cross section. It consists of a strip of copper alloy sheet metal, with straight edges both at the top and the sides. The lower edge exhibits a shallow curve with the corners rounded. Two reddish circular marks are present, presumably the remains of two iron rivets used to attach the repair to the original vessel. The repair is mid green colour, apart from the iron riv…
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2010
Last updated: Monday 11th April 2011
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Record ID: WAW-51EAF0
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle or possible foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and sub triangular in cross section. It consists of a cast bar with a sub triangular, almost rounded cross section, attached to a flat plate (vessel wall). The plate has been attached at an angle of approximately 45 degrees. The opposing end of the bar from the plate exhibits an old break. It is a dark green colour, with areas of light green (active) corrosi…
Created on: Thursday 18th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 8th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-C39A23
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and sub rectangular in cross section. It consists of a hollow cuboid shape, with an irregular break at the top, and solid foot at the bottom. The base is abraded and rough, probably from being dragged across the hearth floor whilst in use. It is a dark green colour. Areas of the original surface are covered by a black layer, probably the remnants of soot from being used i…
Created on: Tuesday 11th January 2011
Last updated: Friday 16th September 2016
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Record ID: WAW-C4BD23
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and square in cross section. It consists of a cuboid body, expanding outwards at the top into a flared, sloping sub rectangular surface. This area is likely to be the remnants of the junction between the leg and the body of the vessel. A small ridge is present at the junction on the exterior surface. An old break is present at the base. It is a dark green colour. Areas of the …
Created on: Tuesday 11th January 2011
Last updated: Sunday 19th March 2017
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Record ID: WAW-C4F6A2
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and sub rectangular in cross section. It consists of a cuboid body, with a ridge running vertically down the interior surface. The foot / leg demonstrates anterior / posterior curvature, with the top and base curving inwards and the mid section curving outwards. The top consists of a sub rectangular surface, with a raised point in the centre, which is probably the remains of a rivet to a…
Created on: Tuesday 11th January 2011
Last updated: Sunday 19th March 2017
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Record ID: WAW-18C577
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy vessel foot, of Roman dating (1 - 410 AD). The mount is irregular in plan, and cross section. It is of a peltate shape, with each peak being bifurbicated (split) by a V shaped groove. Each tip curves away from the groove. The front is plain and undecorated (apart from the grooves). The back is hollow, with a thick outer rim. It is a mid to dark green colour, with an patchy but even surface patina. The patina has flaked away in a couple of locations, and is a lighter green in those areas. The artefact should be stored in a dry environment and these area…
Created on: Thursday 27th January 2011
Last updated: Friday 3rd August 2012
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Record ID: WAW-13BDC1
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rimsherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel. The rimsherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Dorset Black Burnished Ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a small shallow bowl type vessel. The sherd measures 6.19mm thick and weighs 14.7 grams. It measures 34.09mm in length and 44.86mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Dorset Black Burnished ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: Beaded rim, with external groove. Rim diameter: 15cm Percentage of surviving rim: 7% Sherd thickness: 6…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 25th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-13D4B5
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rimsherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel. The rimsherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Severn Valley ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a bowl or tankard type vessel. The sherd measures 6.86mm thick and weighs 10.2 grams. It measures 29.48mm in length and 54.03mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Severn Valley Ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: RE (Rounded Direct, Everted forward). Rim diameter: 15cm Percentage of surviving rim: 12% Sherd thickness: 6.86mm Firing co…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 25th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-13F336
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One handle fragment from a wheel thrown vessel The handle consists of a fabric similar to that of the Worcestershire jug type, dating from the mid 13th to 14th Centuries AD. The handle would have originally been part of a large glazed jug type vessel. The handle measures 17.49mm thick and weighs 41.7grams. It measures 56.92mm in length and 39.76mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Worcestershire jug type Sherd type: handle Handle type: Strip with central groove Handle thickness: 17.49mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised core…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 25th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-140545
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One bodysherd from a wheel thrown vessel The bodysherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Cistercian type ware, dating from the mid 15th to 17th Centuries AD. The bodysherd was probably originally from a cup or larger drinking type vessel. The sherd measures 5.63mm thick and weighs 11.3 grams. It measures 28.25mm in length and 49.10mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Cisterian type Sherd type: bodysherd Sherd thickness: 5.63mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, oxidised core, oxidised interior Hardness: hard Surface texture…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 25th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-14DF62
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy large posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The rim fragment is irregular in plan, but rectangular in cross section. The internal surface is smooth and polished. Two concentric faint grooves are present, and the rim type consists of a rounded lip. A casting ridge is present running vertically on the exterior surface, probably from the joining of the two halves of the casting mould. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. The or…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 15th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-A73688
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rimsherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel. The rimsherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Severn Valley ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a medium sized open bowl. The sherd measures 7.72mm thick and weighs 35.4 grams. It measures 74.28mm in length and 65.13mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Severn Valley Ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: Flanged Rim diameter: 17cm Percentage of surviving rim: 4% Sherd thickness: 7.72mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, oxidised…
Created on: Tuesday 15th February 2011
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-A94F41
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable incomplete cast copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (1400 - 1700 AD). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and semi circular in cross section. It consists of a curved body, with an irregular rough surface, both at the back, top and bottom. This surface is probably the result of a flaw during the casting process, resulting in fracture of the leg during use in the fire. It is a dark green colour. Signs of pitting and abrasion are present on all surfaces. It me…
Created on: Tuesday 15th February 2011
Last updated: Sunday 20th February 2011
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Record ID: WMID-1BA390
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy probable posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The rim fragment is irregular in plan, but rectangular in cross section. The internal surface is smooth and polished. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. Sooting is present on the interior of the fragments. This section is most likely from the out turned rim of a cauldron or posnet (See Fig 1 in Butler, Green and Payne 2009 for examples of the vessel typ…
Created on: Wednesday 18th December 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 18th December 2013
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Record ID: WAW-2C9537
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy vessel repair (pot mend) of Medieval dating, probably between 13th to 15th Centuries AD. The vessel repair is sub oval in plan, and irregular in cross section. It consists of two sub oval 'plugs' of lead either side (sandwiching) a sherd of pottery. The repair would have originally been 'H' shape in construction, with a central rivet and two radiating arms either side of the ceramic vessel, to seal the hole and repair the broken vessel. A sherd of pottery is still present within the vessel repair. It has an oxidised fabric, with occasional mica inclusions, an…
Created on: Thursday 4th November 2010
Last updated: Monday 28th November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-B05CA7
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pot leg from a cooking vessel of late Medieval to early Post Medieval date, circa AD1400-1750. The pot leg is sub rectangular in plan and D-shaped in cross section. The pot leg has a slightly flared terminal, probably imitating a paw. There is a horizontal ridge located a third down from then top of the pot leg on the exterior surface only. The interior surface is flat. The pot leg is mid green in colour with a blackened surface. There is an uneven patina. Length: 54.78mm. Width: 31.90mm. Thickness: 16.55mm. Weight: 108.8g.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-DEAC72
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A rimsherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel of Roman dating (1st to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a rimsherd, in a fabric similar to that of an Malvernian rock tempered coarseware, of Roman dating (1st to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd is probably from a bowl type vessel, imitating the popular Dorset Black Burnished ceramic type. The sherd is 9.4 mm thick and weighs 12.7 g. It is 33.2 mm long and 28.5 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Malvernian Rock tempered / Black Burnished imitation Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: REVT (Rounded Everted) Diameter of…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2016
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Record ID: WMID-DEEEAB
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A bodysherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a bodysherd, in a fabric is similar to that of local (unsourced) greyware, consistent with 2nd to 4th Century AD dating. The sherd is 6.4 mm thick and weighs 6.7 g. It has a length of 28.8 mm and is 26.9 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: local (unsourced) greyware Sherd type: bodysherd Wall thickness: 6.4 mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised core, unoxidised interior Hardness: hard Surface texture: Smooth Surface treatment: none Cond…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2016
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Record ID: WMID-DF4284
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A bodysherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a bodysherd, in a fabric is similar to that of local (unsourced) greyware, consistent with 2nd to 4th Century AD dating. The sherd is 7.0 mm thick and weighs 7.1 g. It has a length of 30.6 mm and is 28.2 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: local (unsourced) greyware Sherd type: bodysherd Wall thickness: 7.0 mm Firing condition: unoxidised exterior, oxidised core, unoxidised interior Hardness: hard Surface texture: Smooth Surface treatment: none Cond…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2016
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Record ID: WMID-DF7313
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A bodysherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a bodysherd, in a fabric is similar to that of local (unsourced) greyware, consistent with 2nd to 4th Century AD dating. The sherd is 6.6 mm thick and weighs 11.4 g. It has a length of 42.3 mm and is 23.9 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: local (unsourced) greyware Sherd type: bodysherd Wall thickness: 6.6 mm Firing condition: oxidised exterior, unoxidised core, oxidised interior Hardness: hard Surface texture: Smooth Surface treatment: none Condi…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2016
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Record ID: WMID-DFB26E
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A body sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (1st to 2nd Centuries AD). The sherd consists of a samian fabric of Dragendorff 30, possibly from La Graufesenque of 1st to 2nd century AD. The form type is consistent with a cylindrical bowl, such as that classified as a Dragendorff form 30. The remains of a moulded decorative panel is present on the obverse, consisting of a figure beneath an arch. The figure is holding their hands over a column and a beaded column, with five leaves at the top is present between the arches. The sherd is 5.6 mm thick and weighs 7.3 …
Created on: Friday 14th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 14th March 2016
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Record ID: WMID-54B066
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy, possible handle, from a cooking vessel, of possible Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). The possible handle fragment consists of a semi circular cross sectioned piece of copper alloy. It is sub rectangular in shape. Lots of small semi circular dents or impressions are present over the surface. A dark brown surface patina extends over all surfaces apart from the edges, which demonstrate old, predepositional breaks. It measures 35.9 mm in length, 15.2 mm wide and 11.2 mm thick. It weighs 33.3 g. The artefact is a dark green colour, with an ev…
Created on: Thursday 3rd July 2014
Last updated: Thursday 3rd July 2014
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Record ID: WMID-16E8B0
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The probable vessel fragment is sub rectangular in shape and sub triangular in cross section. The foot / leg is flat on one surface, and curved on the other. A concave surface is present at the top of the leg, this is the remains of the inside of the cauldron or cooking vessel. It measures 25.4 mm in length, 33.0 mm wide and 23.2 mm thick. It weighs 63.8 grams. The probable vessel foot / leg is predominantely a mid green colour,…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd September 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd September 2014
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Record ID: WMID-6868D4
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy vessel repair (pot mend) of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 to AD 1700). The vessel repair is irregular in plan and cross section. It consists of two sub oval 'plugs' of lead either side (sandwiching) a sherd of pottery (now missing). The repair would have originally been 'H' shape in construction, with a central rivet and two radiating arms either side of the ceramic vessel, to seal the hole and repair the broken vessel. It measures 24.8 mm in length, 29.0 mm wide and 8.6 mm thick. It weighs 30.6 g. The vessel mend is a light to mid grey colo…
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-68D1AB
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy anthropomorphic support (one of three) from the top of a chafing dish, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1575 to AD 1650). Around 25% of the support is present, consisting of the base of the body and the start of two arms. The rest is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. An iron rivet secures the arms to either side of the body. It would have originally pivoted. It measures 24.8 mm in length, 14.5 mm wide and 9.9 mm thick. It weighs 7.7 g. The support is a mid to light grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst withi…
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-698069
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy handle from a vessel, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). The handle is sub rectangular in shape, curved with an oval cross section. Patinated breaks are present at either end. No decoration is present on either side. It measures 44.6 mm in length, 15.8 mm wide and 5.6 mm thick. It weighs 21.0 g. The handle is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil has resulted in a loss of the some of the original surface detail. Several simila…
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-3D10C0
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Seven sherds, from several different types of ceramic vessel. Five of the sherds have a fabric that is more consistent with a Post Medieval date (16th to 18th Centuries AD). The remaining two sherds are more consistent with a medieval date (13th to 15th Centuries). Types of vessel could not be determined from the size and shape of the sherds. Weight of Post medieval sherds: 15.1 g Weight of medieval sherds: 4.8 g Combined weight: 19.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 12th August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-CD1573
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy probable posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 -AD 1700). The rim fragment is sub rectangular, with a sub rectangular cross section. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. The fragment is too small to estimate original rim diameter. It has a length of 22.2 mm and is 37.8 mm wide. It is 5.7 mm thick. It weighs 18.0 g. The fragment is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement…
Created on: Monday 2nd September 2019
Last updated: Monday 9th September 2019
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Record ID: WMID-CD263C
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in plan and sub triangular in cross section. The vessel leg has a flared terminal, probably imitating an animal paw. A horizontal ridge is located above the flared terminal. The interior surface is flat. Both the top and base have been broken at an angle and exhibits a rough, uneven surface. The foot / leg measures 85.8 mm in length, 39.1 mm wide and 24.6 mm thick. It weighs 215.0 grams. The foot / …
Created on: Monday 2nd September 2019
Last updated: Monday 16th September 2019
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Record ID: WMID-F5B012
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy probable posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The rim fragment is irregular in plan, but rectangular in cross section. The internal surface is smooth and polished. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. Sooting is present on the exterior of the fragment. This section is most likely from the out turned rim of a cauldron or posnet (See Fig 1 in Butler, Green and Payne 2009 for examples of the vessel type…
Created on: Thursday 27th February 2014
Last updated: Monday 3rd March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-5E2E3A
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular, with a sub rectangular cross section. The foot/leg is straight. Both the top and bottom have been broken at an angle and exhibits a rough, uneven surface. The base is flat, with an rough surface. Soot or charcoal deposits are present on most surfaces. The foot / leg measures 46.1 mm in length, 53.0 mm wide and 22.5 mm thick. It weighs 179.3 grams. The foot / leg is mid to dark green colour, with an…
Created on: Monday 24th July 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 8th August 2017
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Record ID: WMID-5E5103
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy probable posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 -AD 1700). The rim fragment is sub triangular, with a sub rectangular cross section. Copper corrosion products obscure some of the interior surface, but patches of a smooth and polished surface are present. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. Sooting is present on the exterior of the fragment. The fragment is too small to estimate original rim diameter. It has a …
Created on: Monday 24th July 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 8th August 2017
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Record ID: WMID-505314
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy foot / leg from a copper alloy cooking vessel of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 - AD 1700). The vessel fragment is sub rectangular in shape and sub rectangular in cross section. It consists of a straight body, with an external central rib. The internal surface is smooth. At the top of the leg, a curved section of metal is present, this is the remnants of the vessel base. Traces of a black patina are around the top of the leg. The base of the foot is slightly abraded. It measures 39.0 mm in length, 22.1 mm wide and 16.7 mm thick. I…
Created on: Wednesday 8th October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 8th October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-6768C2
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete handle or leg from a cooking vessel, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1700). The handle or leg is sub rectangular in shape and rectangular in cross section. The handle or leg has a flat top and a curved lower edge.The lower edges are rounded. It measures 27.5 mm in length, 33.6 mm wide and 8.2 mm thick. It weighs 29.8 g. The handle or leg is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. The shape and style of this artefact is suggestive that it originally came from a cooking vessel, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dati…
Created on: Thursday 9th October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8E6604
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rim sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The rim sherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Severn Valley ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a storage jar type vessel. The sherd measures 8.2 mm thick and weighs 31.9 grams. It measures 31.4 mm in length and 58.4 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Severn Valley Ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: RE (Rounded Direct, Everted forward) Rim diameter: 56 cm Percentage rim present: 2.5% Sherd thickness: 8.2 …
Created on: Thursday 23rd October 2014
Last updated: Thursday 23rd October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9028D9
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One rim sherd of a wheel thrown ceramic vessel, of Roman dating (2nd to 4th Centuries AD). The rim sherd consists of a fabric similar to that known as Severn Valley ware, dating from the 2nd to 4th Centuries AD. The sherd probably originally came from a tankard type vessel. The sherd measures 7.6 mm thick and weighs 42.4 grams. It measures 48.9 mm in length and 60.2 mm wide. Sherd specific details: Fabric type: Severn Valley Ware Sherd type: Rimsherd Rim type: RD (Rounded Direct)) Rim diameter: 23 cm Percentage rim present: 8% Sherd thickness: 7.6 mm Firing condition: …
Created on: Thursday 23rd October 2014
Last updated: Thursday 23rd October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-5083FB
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy rim fragment from a copper alloy probable posnet or cauldron of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 -AD 1700). The rim fragment is sub rectangular, with a sub rectangular cross section. The rim type consists of a rounded lip. The exterior surface is unpolished and shows signs of finishing/filing. The fragment is too small to estimate original rim diameter. It has a length of 37.1 mm and is 36.3 mm wide. It is 4.9 mm thick. It weighs 18.7 g. The fragment is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by mo…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-CF34E4
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a plate or bowl. Severn Valley ware. Unclear fabric. Orangey red. Fabric: Red. Oxidised interior. Grey Reduced core. Red oxidised exterior. Red slip. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: rouletted. Surface treatment: red slip. Condition: Abraded. Form: plate/ bowl Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 18.3 mm. Width: 17.8 mm. Thickness: 5.6 mm. Total mass 2.3 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF5483
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a jar. Local (unsourced) greyware. Unclear fabric. Grey. Fabric: Grey. reduced interior. Grey Reduced core. grey reduced exterior. black colour coat. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: horizontal lines. Surface treatment: black colour coat. Condition: Abraded. Form: jar Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 37.1 mm. Width: 41.3 mm. Thickness: 7.6 mm. Total mass 14.2 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-F362CD
Object type: VERVEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete silver hawking vervel, of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700) and of Lewis and Richardson type C.ii. The vervel is of a D- ring form, comprising a flat silver ring inscribed with E. EYTON OF and with a shield soldered to the front with a fret (knot, saltire within lozenge). Internal diameter of band 7.0 mm. External diameter of band 10.4 mm. Width of band 3.3 mm. Thickness of band: 1.5 mm. Height of shield 10.1 mm. Width of shield 8.1 mm. Thickness of shield: 1.0 mm. Weight 1.8 g. XRF analysis of this vervel was carried out in the Birmingham Museu…
Created on: Friday 23rd May 2014
Last updated: Thursday 16th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stourport-on-Severn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-675DE4
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified wrought iron object of uncertain dating. It is triangular in plan, and circular in cross section. It consists of a hollow cone shape, made from a sheet of iron wrapped together and then fixed. It measures 62.77mm in length, 13.23mm diameter wide at the top, and 3.77mm diameter wide at the bottom. It weighs 20.5 grams. It is a mid to dark brown colour, with an even surface patina. The iron oxide corrosion layer is flaking off in a couple of areas, revealing the dark brown of the underlying metal. These areas should be monitored carefully to prevent fu…
Created on: Friday 19th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 8th February 2011
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Record ID: WAW-1671A0
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A sub circular silvered copper alloy object, of possible Roman dating (1 to 410 AD). It is sub circular in plan, and D shaped in section. The top surface is smooth and domed, with a couple of uneven projections. The lower surface is flat. It measures 20.45mm in length, 21.34mm wide and 6.27mm thick. It weighs 13.1grams. The object could be a piece of casting waste, but there are traces of silvering on a couple of areas on both surfaces. The patina is similar to that found on early Roman coins, but this object is too thick to be a coin.
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 15th February 2011
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Record ID: WMID-9D35B3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, probably folded, cast copper alloy object of uncertain function. The object probably dates from AD1500-1900. The object is sub rectangular in plan. Both ends are incomplete. There is a central lozenge-shaped perforation. On the edges of the perforation is a plain lozenge rib with inward curving sides. The outside edges of the object is bordered by a ring and dot design. The object is the same on both sides. One end has a single attachement point. The opposing end may have extended originally but now has a zigzag edge. Length: 15.63mm. Width: 13.40mm. Thickne…
Created on: Monday 1st April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2013
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Record ID: WMID-544A86
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy artefact, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). The artefact is sub oval in plan, and sub circular in section. The top is incomplete and has a hexagonal section. From here, it gradually expands downwards towards the open end. The open end has three semi circular flaps. The sides have been decorated with a central vertical ridge, with multiple diagonal radiating lines, extending from it. This decoration resembles three joined feathers. The artefact measures 52.44 mm in length, 16.61 mm wide and 13.52 mm thick. The sides are 2.28 mm thic…
Created on: Tuesday 16th July 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 16th July 2013
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Record ID: WMID-376498
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy, probable domed or spherical artefact, of uncertain form and function, but probably of 11th Century AD dating. The fragment has a cruciform shape, with a concave undecorated reverse. The front has a central raised section, with four ring and dot punched designs, each one positioned at the junction between the 'arms'. The junctions between the 'arms' are partial circular perforations. Each 'arm' has a large raised pellet on it but no ring and dot punch. Polishing is present on the top of the central dome. All edges exhibit old patinated breaks. It measu…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd October 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd October 2017
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Record ID: WMID-3F0EA3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete artefact of uncertain function, probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). Both ends exhibit old predepositional breaks. It consists of a long thin terminal at one end, expanding to a wide central swelling, narrowing into a square terminal. Almost an elognated teardrop shape. It is flat in profile. No decoration is present on either side. It measures 45.6 mm in length, 8.6 mm wide (at the mid point of the swelling), 1.3 mm wide (at the narrow end), 4.0 mm wide (square terminal) and it is 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 1.7 g. The artefact is a mid brown colo…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd May 2017
Last updated: Monday 5th June 2017
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Record ID: WMID-F5FB27
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strip, of uncertain function and form, but probably Post medieval in dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The artefact consists of a rectangular strip of copper alloy metal, with three straight sides and one endented (scalloped). The short edges are incomplete. No decoration is visible on either side. It measures 22.5 mm in length, 8.1 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 1.6 g. The artefact is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-71CEAC
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete piece of decorated copper alloy sheet metal, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). The piece of copper alloy metal is sub rectangular in shape, with no complete original edges. All breaks are patinated. The front bears engraved decoration, consisting of several short curvilinear lines, probably imitiating hair or clothing folds. The reverse is undecorated. It measures 21.9 mm in length, 41.0 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 10.6 g. The artefact is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. This fragment may been from a strap plat…
Created on: Monday 13th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-9AB127
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete sub square lead alloy artefact of uncertain function and form, but probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The artefact is sub square in shape, with the remains of an iron shank extending from one corner. The front exhibits decoration. Five rounded pellets in the centre, in a cross design, within an arched tressure, all within a lozenge shaped cartouche. The reverse has a raised cross design. The corners are rounded. It measures 22.5 mm in length, 19.4 mm wide and 5.8 mm thick. It weighs 4.9 g.  The artefact is light to mid grey colour, with an even…
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: WAW-165741
Object type: TWEEZERS
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One half of a pair of copper alloy sheet metal tweezers, probably of Roman dating (1 to 410 AD). The tweezers are incomplete, consisting of one side of a pair of tweezers. It is triangular in plan, with a diagonal base, and long tapering sides. Both the front and back are plain and undecorated. The top of the tweezers has broken part way through the loop for suspension. The tweezers are a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion has affected the midsection of the tweezers, resulting in the loss of the original surface. The tweezer arm demon…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 15th February 2011
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Record ID: WMID-509CD9
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy toy soldier of post-medieval dating circa AD1804- circa1893. The toy is three-dimensional and depicts Napoleon. He is shown standing, in typical dress, and with arms crossed over his chest. He wears a wide hat, and has a belt around the waist. The lower half of the coat is decorated on the reverse with diagonal lines. The feet are missing. The hair and facial features on the figure are worn. It measures 33.1 mm in height, 11.7 mm wide and 8.8 mm thick. It weighs 12.3 g The figurine dates to the post-medieval era when toy soldiers like this were made for…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 28th September 2022
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Record ID: WAW-04D284
Object type: TOOTH PICK
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy probable tooth pick, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (1 - 1700 AD). The find consists of a cast strip of copper alloy, sub rectangular in plan and D shaped in cross section. One end consist of a forked end, and the other displays an old break. The ends of the forked (bifurbicated) end do display some damage due to abrasion. An upward bend is present in the middle of the strip. The back is plain. The find is a mid reddish green colour, with the original surface patina only surviving in a few locations. The patina does have a blackish tinge, …
Created on: Wednesday 26th January 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 1st February 2011
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Record ID: WMID-FFF237
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy farthing trade token, issued by William Berrow, of Ledbury, between AD 1640s and AD 1700s. C.f. Williamson, 1888, page 107, no 22. Diameter: 15.7 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 1.3 g
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 11th March 2015
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Record ID: WMID-002AB3
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy square trader's halfpenny token, issued by Thomas Dedicot of Bewdley, Worcestershire between 1661 and 1667 AD. Williamson no 7, p 1260. Obverse: THOMAS / DEDICOT / GROCER / HIS HALF / PENNY Reverse: IN / BEWDLEY / (Three Cloves) / SQUARE / DEALING Length: 18.3 mm Width: 18.0 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 1.4 grams. According to Wiliamson, Thomas Dedicot was bailiff in Bewdley in 1661. In 1667 a William Dedicot succeeded Edward Longmore (who died in his office) and was bailiff again in 1680. Several other trade tokens issued by T…
Created on: Wednesday 11th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 11th March 2015
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Record ID: WMID-0886DC
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy uniface token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). Probably Powell type 14, possibly depicting a long cross. Length: 15.6 mm Width: 13.7 mm Thickness: 2.0 mm Weight: 2.3 g
Created on: Monday 11th May 2015
Last updated: Monday 11th May 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4CDDBF
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts three lines intersecting in the middle. Powell type 3. The reverse is undecorated. Diameter: 15.0 mm Thickness: 3.9 mm Weight: 5.3 g
Created on: Friday 7th August 2015
Last updated: Friday 7th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4CF8CA
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts a bird standing, facing right. Powell type 18. The reverse is undecorated. Diameter: 24.2 mm Thickness: 2.7 mm Weight: 5.7 g
Created on: Friday 7th August 2015
Last updated: Friday 7th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-4D15A6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts six petalled flower. Powell type 1. The reverse is undecorated. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 2.4 mm Weight: 2.7 g
Created on: Friday 7th August 2015
Last updated: Friday 7th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8BAD13
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts a long cross with either a pellet or a broken annulet in each quarter. Powell type 14. The reverse is undecorated. Diameter: 16.2 mm Thickness: 3.2 mm Weight: 5.2 g
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8BCD66
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts a five petalled flower. Powell type 1. The reverse is undecorated. Diameter: 14.3 mm Thickness: 2.6 mm Weight: 2.9 g
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8BDC21
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifacial token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (c. AD 1300 to c. AD 1700). The obverse depicts a four intersecting lines, creating eight segments. Powell type 3. The reverse bears a casting line but no obvious design. Diameter: 19.1 mm Thickness: 3.3 mm Weight: 6.1 g
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-5DF096
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy bifaced token of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular. The obverse design consists of two crosses overlaid on each other (Powell type 14). The lower one is a saltire cross with a pellet on each arm. The upper one is a cross with crosslets. The reverse has a raised circular rim (Powell type 28). The token has a length of 24.3 mm, a width of 20.5 mm and is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 5.7 g.
Created on: Friday 14th November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 18th November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-686017
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifaced token of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular. The obverse design consists of three raised lines, separating the front into thirds. An uncertain raised device is present in each third, with a quatrefoil possibly being one of them. Probably Powell type 3. The reverse is undecorated. The token has a diameter of 15.9 mm and is 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The token is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil ha…
Created on: Friday 2nd January 2015
Last updated: Monday 26th January 2015
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Record ID: WMID-687E74
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy unifaced token of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular. The obverse design consists of three raised lines, separating the front into thirds. An uncertain raised device is present in each third, with a quatrefoil possibly being one of them. Probably Powell type 3. The reverse is undecorated. The token has a diameter of 15.3 mm and is 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 1.4 g. The token is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil…
Created on: Friday 2nd January 2015
Last updated: Monday 26th January 2015
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Record ID: WMID-691565
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete trade token of mid 17th Century AD dating (AD 1650 - AD 1670). The token is circular in plan. The obverse reads: WILLIAM SWIFT OF [ ], with W S conjoined in the centre. The S is on the last limb of the W. The reverse reads CITTY OF WORCESTER, with the Arms of Worcester in the centre. The initial mark is a five petalled flower. This token has been identified as that of a farthing issued by William Swift, of the City of Worcester (Williamson, p 496, no 111). It has a diameter of 15.7 mm, and is 1.1 mm thick. It weighs 1.1 g. The token is a mid to dark green brown co…
Created on: Friday 2nd January 2015
Last updated: Monday 26th January 2015
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Record ID: WMID-6C5350
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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 plan. The obverse depicts a six petalled flower with a pellet present between the petals (Powell type 1) The token has a diameter of 17.61 mm and is 1.97 mm thick. It weighs 3.4 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: Monday 16th September 2013
Last updated: Monday 16th September 2013
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Record ID: WMID-547D6D
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse design depicts an initial (either M or W) with a pellet above and below (Powell type 2). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 16.6 mm and is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 2.3 g. The token is a mid grey 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. Lead tokens are a frequently occurring find, with a variety…
Created on: Thursday 3rd July 2014
Last updated: Thursday 3rd July 2014
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Record ID: WMID-54768B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy unifaced token of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular in shape and slightly bent. The obverse depicts a probable tree, with a central vertical ridge. Two small diagonal lines are present at the base and six (three to either side) are present at the top (Powell type 17). The reverse exhibits a folded rim. The token has a diameter of 19.7 mm and is 4.2 mm thick. It weighs 9.9 g.
Created on: Wednesday 8th October 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 8th October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9DC44B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse is unclear but possibly depicts four concentric circles, with a central pellet (Powell type 31). The reverse is plain and undecorated. Casting sprues are present, at the top and bottom of the token. The token has a diameter of 14.8 mm and is 2.0 mm thick. It weighs 2.3 g. The token is a dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the or…
Created on: Tuesday 12th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 12th August 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9CF8DE
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub oval in shape. The obverse depicts three intersecting lines, with a raised pellet at the centre. The ends of each line split into three (Probably Powell type 9). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a length of 27.9 mm and is 20.7 mm wide. It is 5.0 mm thick. It weighs 9.8 g. The token is a dark grey 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 surfa…
Created on: Tuesday 12th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 12th August 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9D3FE1
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse depicts three short uprights, possibly the remains of a capital letter M (Probably Powell type 2). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 17.2 mm and is 3.1 mm thick. It weighs 4.9 g. The token is a dark grey 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. Lead tokens are a frequently occurri…
Created on: Tuesday 12th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 12th August 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9D857E
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse depicts four concentric circles, with a central pellet (Powell type 31). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 17.5 mm and is 2.5 mm thick. It weighs 4.0 g. The token is a dark grey 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. Lead tokens are a frequently occurring find, with a variety of…
Created on: Tuesday 12th August 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 12th August 2014
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Record ID: WMID-1AE9AB
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete trade token of mid 17th Century AD dating (AD 1650 -AD 1670). The token is circular in plan, with the centre section removed. Parts of the inscription can be read on the obverse and reverse. The obverse reads: HIS. HALF. PENY [ ]. The reverse reads [ ]OF. WORCESTER. The initial mark is a five petalled flower. These inscriptions are suggestive that this token may have originally been issued by Will Swift, of Worcester in AD 1662 (Williamson, p 496, no 107). It has a diameter of 18.6 mm, and is 1.1 mm thick. It weighs 1.1 g.
Created on: Thursday 11th September 2014
Last updated: Thursday 11th September 2014
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Record ID: WMID-E73565
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade token, issued by Richard Abney, of the City of Worcester, of mid 17th Century dating (AD 1650s to AD 1670s). The obverse reads RICHARD ADNEY IN THE with the City Arms (3 pears) depicted in the centre. The reverse reads CITTY OF WORCESTER with the words HIS HALF PENY in three lines in the centre (Dickinson, 1986, p 228, no 124). Initial mark is a six petalled flower. Diameter: 18.4 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Weight: 1.6 g Reference: Dickinson, M. 1986. Seventeenth Century Tokens of the British Isles and their Values. Seaby, London.
Created on: Friday 3rd October 2014
Last updated: Friday 3rd October 2014
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Record ID: WMID-67EB0B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token depicts a three by three grid design (Powell type 7). Reverse is undecorated. It has a diameter of 29.7 mm and is 5.1 mm thick. It weighs 19.8 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-6811E3
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token depicts a fleur de lis/lys (Powell type 4). Reverse is undecorated. It measures 15.7 mm in length, 15.9 mm wide and 3.8 mm thick. It weighs 4.6 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-6827A4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token is probably a debased fleur de lis/lys (Powell type 4) or it could be an eel spear or menorah. Reverse is undecorated. It measures 20.9 mm in diameter and 1.4 mm thick. It weighs 2.8 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Sunday 2nd August 2020
Last updated: Sunday 2nd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-F58723
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is circular in shape. The obverse has a long cross design with chevrons and a central pellet in each angle (Powell type 14). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 17.1 mm and is 2.7 mm thick. It weighs 3.5 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 …
Created on: Thursday 27th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-F59AA1
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is circular in shape. The obverse has a long cross design with chevrons and a central pellet in each angle (Powell type 14). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 14.4 mm and is 2.6 mm thick. It weighs 3.0 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 …
Created on: Thursday 27th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-195685
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is circular in shape. The obverse has a cross design over two concentric circles, with outer rim being further subdivided into segments (Powell types 3, 14, 12). It broadly represents the reverse of an Edwardian and Late Medieval style penny. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 18.9 mm and is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 3.1 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Lead tokens are a frequently occurring find, with a varie…
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-196825
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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 is unclear. The reverse exhibits a ridge across it. The token has a diameter of 18.7 mm and is 2.8 mm thick. It weighs 3.2 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: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-197BE3
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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 has a raised circular design, with a possible five pointed star on it (Powell type 15). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a length of 20.5 mm, a width of 17.6 mm and is 4.3 mm thick. It weighs 8.1 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 …
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-198E53
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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 has a raised grid or hatched design (Powell type 7). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a length of 16.7 mm, a width of 14.5 mm and is 2.7 mm thick. It weighs 4.3 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 Pos…
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-19B204
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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, with the remnants of a casting sprue. The obverse has a central ridge with two semi circles on either side (Powell type 31). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 16.5 mm and is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 3.4 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 denomi…
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-19D4B7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse has four concentric circles with a pellet at the centre (Powell type 31). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 24.5 mm and is 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 6.9 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 a…
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-19E776
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1600). The token is sub circular in shape. The obverse is unclear but possibly depicts a wide border with pellets between (Powell type uncertain). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 18.5 mm and is 3.6 mm thick. It weighs 3.2 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 dur…
Created on: Thursday 13th March 2014
Last updated: Thursday 13th March 2014
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Record ID: WMID-974BC6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
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 is unclear but probably depicts a six pointed star, made from three raised intersecting lines (Powell type uncertain). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token has a diameter of 16.8 mm and is 2.8 mm thick. It weighs 3.4 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 …
Created on: Wednesday 19th March 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 19th March 2014
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