Record ID: LVPL-F817B5
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pipe bowl from a toy whistle, of Post Medieval to Modern dating (1800 to 1900 AD). The pipe bowl is incomplete, missing parts of the sides. The pipe bowl has a pointed base. The sides of the pipe bowl have been decorated. This decoration comprises a line made of joining arches, running around the bowl at its mid point. Below the line, is a regularly spaced pattern of raised pellets. Above the line, the bowl is smooth, apart from a row of dots placed in the gaps of the line of arches. The pipe bowl is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.…
Created on: Wednesday 8th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 9th July 2012
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Record ID: WMID-18CF5B
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy or tin alloy end cap from a whistle, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). Around 25% of the whistle is present, consisting only of the end cap. The rest of the whistle is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The end cap is flattened, originally it would have been circular in shape. A suspension loop has been set at right angles to the body of the whistle. It has a circular hole, with an internal diameter of 2.5 mm. The whistle end cap measures 21.8 mm in length, 19.6 mm wide and 5.8 mm thick. It weighs 2.7 g. The whistle is a light to mid …
Created on: Tuesday 23rd September 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd September 2014
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Record ID: WMID-C97536
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy end cap from a whistle, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). Around 25% of the whistle is present, consisting only of the end cap. The rest of the whistle is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The end cap was originally circular in shape, but is now slightly flattened. Two small circles are present on either side of the body at the wide open end. The lower edges are damaged. A suspension loop has been set at right angles to the body of the whistle. It has a circular hole, with an internal diameter of 2.2 mm. The whistle end cap meas…
Created on: Monday 13th July 2020
Last updated: Monday 13th July 2020
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Record ID: WMID-6532C6
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy (pewter) pipe bowl from a toy whistle, of Post Medieval to Modern dating (1800 to 1900 AD). The pipe bowl is incomplete, missing parts of the sides. The pipe bowl has a pointed base. The lower part of the bowl has a textured background comprising very small dots (like orange peel), on top of this are a series of larger relief moulded pellets. The upper part of the bowl is plain and the band between the textured lower section is made up of a scallop line above which is a single row of relief moulded pellets. It measures 28.1 mm tall, 26.0 mm wid…
Created on: Wednesday 26th August 2020
Last updated: Thursday 27th August 2020
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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: WMID-A87C57
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete whetstone of unknown date. The whetstone or hone is formed from a very fine grained sedimentary, mica rich sandstone or siltstone. It is a light grey colour. It is sub-rectangular in shape, with tapering sides. The cross-section is sub-rectangular. Five sides are finely smoothed, with one edge demonstrating a rough fracture. It measures 48.03mm long, 67.76mm wide and maximum thickness is 27.73mm. The minimum thickness is 11.70mm. It weighs 102.7 grams. Whetstones or hones are hard to date due to the fact that as it is a function artefact, shapes or styles do not tend to …
Created on: Tuesday 16th February 2010
Last updated: Friday 27th July 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brailes', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-69F813
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete whetstone or hone, of uncertain dating, but probably Roman to Post Medieval (AD 43 to AD 1800). The whetstone is sub rectangular in plan, and triangular in section. It has been made from a fine grained sedimentary sandstone or siltstone. An old diagonal break along the length is present on the reverse, giving the whetstone fragment the triangular shape. A figure of eight shaped perforation is present at the top, indicating that it had been created by the use of a drill on either side. The top of the whetstone has been bevelled on either side, to create a blunt top. The…
Created on: Wednesday 17th July 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th July 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Warwickshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-02C496
Object type: WHETSTONE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: City of Stoke-on-Trent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete dolorite whetstone, of uncertain dating but probably Neolithic to Modern (3,300 BC to AD 1900). Top and bottom of the whetstone are pointed oval shapes, whereas the sides are more boat shaped, with one end taller than the other. The upper surface of the whetstone is an elognated pointed oval shape, with a sloping surface. Polishing is present on the surface, along with multiple parallel striations. Small lateral grooves or scratches are present, which are later than the polishing activity. The sides have been smoothed off but toolmarks are present, mainly along the low…
Created on: Tuesday 28th January 2020
Last updated: Monday 10th February 2020
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Record ID: WAW-33A024
Object type: WHEEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worked stone hub probably from a toy wheel, probably of Post Medieval to Modern dating (16th to 19th Centuries AD). The hub is sub circular in plan, and sub rectangular in cross section. It has been made from a fine grained mica rich sandstone. It has a central drilled perforation (hole) through the centre of the object, with an internal diameter of 6.19mm. There are a total of eight drilled impressions, regularly spaced around the edge of the object. It has been suggested that these would have been the sockets for the spokes of the wheel. The internal diameter of these impres…
Created on: Wednesday 29th September 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 13th October 2010
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Record ID: WMID-7CF056
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1800). The weight is cylindrial in plan, and sub circular in cross section. One end has been squashed together. The central hole has an internal diameter of 8.1 mm. Corrosion products and soil are still present inside the central perforation. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, probably caused by movement in the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of a significant proportion of the original surface. It measures 42.6 mm long, has a diame…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th November 2013
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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: WAW-633B33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is oval in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). The top of the weight has been deliberately flattened, and a suspension / hanging hole of irregular shape has been placed. The hole has been located off centre and has an internal diameter of 3.86mm. The base of the weight is oval in plan, and exhibits an irregular oval concavity. The surface of the we…
Created on: Monday 13th December 2010
Last updated: Saturday 26th February 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-BBFE12
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an irregular cone in plan, and triangular in profile / cross section. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the top of the weight (the flat surface of the cone), probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 22.99mm tall, and has a diameter of 20.90mm at the to…
Created on: Thursday 12th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-ED9720
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (1300 to 1800 AD). The weight is cylindrial in plan, and sub circular in cross section. It has been formed from rolling up a small sheet of lead. The seam is present running along the length of the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, probably caused by movement in the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of a significant proportion of the original surface. It measures 35.94mm long, is 16.15mm wide and 14.13mm thick. The sheet of lead alloy is…
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 16th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-C55940
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). The top of the weight has been deliberately flattened, and a suspension / hanging hole of irregular shape has been placed. The hole has been located off centre and has been incompletely perforated The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with facetted sides. The surface of the weight is rough and und…
Created on: Monday 18th April 2011
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-045791
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably medieval - modern (1200-1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single cast sub oval shaped hole is set off centre with an internal of diameter 5.03 mm. It measures 23.86mm length and 12.81mm diameter. It weighs 17.9 grams. It is a dark grey colour, with an even patina across the surface. It has suffered a minor degree of abrasion, with plough roll scars being present on the surface.
Created on: Wednesday 28th July 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 28th July 2010
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Record ID: WAW-052F75
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy line weight of Roman to Post Medieval date (1st to 17th Centuries AD). The weight is spherical in shape. The central hole is broadly circular and is positioned centrally. The internal diameter measures 6.36mm. There is the remnants of the casting spike as a small raised knop on one side. The weight measures 14.09mm in length and has a diameter of 16.23mm. It weighs 16.7 grams. It is mid to light grey colour, with an even patina. It has signs of being abraded and rolled in the plough soil. This type of weight has been in use fo…
Created on: Wednesday 28th July 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 28th July 2010
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Record ID: WAW-691544
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable late Medieval or Post Medieval date (1350 - 1700). The weight is sub-circular in plan and sub-triangular shaped (conical) in cross section. The exterior surface is uneven and abraded; there is no evidence of cast or applied decoration. An irregular cast hole is present at the top of the weight. The ends of an iron rod are present half way down the sides, this would have presumably aided suspension. The base of the weight is irregular, with the remains of a stamped impression, with a crown above and two suns below. The weight is …
Created on: Thursday 26th August 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 1st September 2010
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Record ID: LVPL-CD3D73
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an irregular cylinder in plan, and sub circular in profile / cross section. The base exhibits slight flattening. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the weight, probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop but it appears to be incomplete. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 23.77mm tall, an…
Created on: Monday 6th June 2011
Last updated: Thursday 12th April 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-DD00C2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). A suspension hole has been located off centre, at the top of the weight and has been incompletely perforated The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with facetted sides. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated. The weight measures 14.67mm tall, 12.63mm diameter at the base, 9.60mm di…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Sunday 8th January 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-E0C351
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy line weight of Roman to Post Medieval date (1st to 17th Centuries AD). The weight is discoid in shape. The central hole is broadly circular and is positioned centrally. The internal diameter measures 3.10mm. No decoration appears to be present on either side. The weight measures 12.91mm in diameter and 5.08mm thickness. It weighs 4.3 grams. It is mid to light grey colour, with an even patina. It has signs of being abraded and rolled in the plough soil. This type of weight has been in use for a long period of time and can have multiple func…
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 17th January 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-E157F1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy cyclindrial weight or possible gaming piece, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (15th to 17th Centuries AD). The weight is circular in plan, and rectangular in cross section. The top and bottom are flat, and the sides are gently concave, tapering to the top. The weight is a mid white to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement in the plough soil has resulted in the loss of some of the original surface and detail. The weight measures 13.85mm tall, 13.88mm in diameter at the base, 12.15mm diameter at the …
Created on: Sunday 19th June 2011
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-B43AC5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy possible Fishing weight, of probable Medieval dating (11th to 15th Centuries AD). The weight is a flattened spherical pointed oval shape, with two grooves in both of the main faces giving a fluted effect. An integral but incomplete loop is present at one of the pointed ends. It is a off white to light grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 61.48mm in length, 25.96mm wide and 9.04mm thick. It weighs 69.3 grams. A similar weight is described by Egan (1998, 310) which has a lentoid, triangular sectioned form. It may have been…
Created on: Wednesday 29th June 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 30th August 2011
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Record ID: LVPL-DC9F04
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy line / suspension weight, of Medieval dating (13th to 15th Centuries AD). It is sub rectangular in plan, and rectangular in profile. It has a square suspension hole at the top, with an internal diameter of 3.79mm. An oval knop is present on the base. Inscriptions are present on two sides, one side reads +ROGER and the other DEDERB[ ]. Length: 64.02mm Width: 15.43mm Thickness: 6.69mm Weight: 55.4 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 13th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Crewe and Nantwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-EBADA6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. The base is flat. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the weight, probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 13.01mm tall, and has a diameter of 21.17mm. It we…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-EFB8B3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Trafford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but worn, cast copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval (18th century dating). The weight is circular with a raised rim on the top of the weight. The top has been decorated with a series of concentric incised circles. No stamps or countermarks are visible. The base is plain and undecorated, apart from a recessed circular depression at the centre. The weight is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. The edges of the weight demonstrate signs of abrasion, resulting in the loss of some of the surface patina. The weight has a diameter of 19.01mm and i…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2011
Last updated: Thursday 6th December 2012
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Record ID: LVPL-0C7ED4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an irregular cone in plan, and triangular in profile / cross section. The remains of a length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the top of the weight (the flat surface of the cone), probably as a method of suspension. The iron suspension loop is incomplete. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 18.99mm tall, and has a diameter of 21.27mm at the top. It weighs 22.7 grams (0.80 oz). We…
Created on: Wednesday 14th September 2011
Last updated: Thursday 28th March 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Yorkshire', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-ECD500
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an irregular cylinder in plan, and sub rectangular in profile / cross section. The base exhibits a minor concavity, with a ridge present running around the edge. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the weight, probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 17.85mm…
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 9th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-ED5286
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Late Medieval to Post Medieval dating (1300 to 1800 AD). The weight is sub oval in plan, and sub rectangular in profile / cross section. A hole has been created at the top of the weight, probably for suspension purposes. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, probably caused by movement in the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of a significant proportion of the original surface. It measures 26.98mm tall, is 12.87mm wide and 7.16mm thick. It weighs 13.0 grams (0.46 oz). The shape and s…
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Thursday 9th June 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-EE34A4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and rectangular in profile. The front has been stamped with two sets of incuse lettering: IIII & H B. The first set (IIII) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The second set (HB) are probably the initials of the owner or the company that either commissoned or used the weight. The back is plain and undecorated. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an …
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-04B6D6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy square trade weight, of Post Medieval to Modern dating (17th to 19th Centuries AD). The weight is square in plan and rectangular in cross section / profile. The front has been stamped with the inscription '3.12', presumably the weight that it was required to weigh. The back is plain and undecorated. The weight is a dark green / brown colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement in the plough soil has resulted in the loss of some of the original surface and detail. The weight measures 20.84mm in length, 21.11mm wide and 7.68mm thick. It …
Created on: Thursday 21st April 2011
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Vale Royal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-BBE3D4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is an irregular cone in plan, and triangular in profile / cross section. A length of thick iron wire has been inserted into the top of the weight (the flat surface of the cone), probably as a method of suspension. Iron corrosion products present have obscured the original shape of the probable suspension loop. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 31.88mm tall, and has a diameter of 17.67mm at the to…
Created on: Thursday 12th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-599603
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Multiple concentric circles arranged around a central pellet decorate the upper surface. The reverse is plain and undecorated. Scratches are present, and may imitate lettering. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 34.0 mm and is 8.3 mm thick. It weighs 68.6 grams (2.42 oz).
Created on: Monday 9th December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 16th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-141544
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast 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 49.40 mm in height, 22.56 mm wide and 22.69 mm thick. It weighs 114.6 g or 4.04 oz. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst w…
Created on: Thursday 24th January 2013
Last updated: Thursday 24th January 2013
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Record ID: WMID-DEA514
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper-alloy circular trade weight, of Post Medieval or Modern date. It has two stamped marks on the top surface, a quartered shield of London (with sword in first quarter) and a ewer for the Founders' Company. File marks are present on the reverse. The shield of London was used from 1826. The weight measures 15.88 mm in diameter, 2.74 mm thick and weighs 2.7 g (0.10 oz). The weight is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Monday 11th March 2013
Last updated: Thursday 28th January 2016
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Record ID: WMID-0286C5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy conical suspension weight of Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The weight is conical with a flattened sub rectangular top with angled corners. There is a sub circular suspension hole with an internal diameter of 4.01mm. The base is circular in plan with a hollow centre. Diameter at base: 24.53mm. Thickness at top: 6.05mm. Height: 72.18mm. Width: 14.78mm. Weight: 186.6g.
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-02DE15
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy suspension weight of Post Medieval date, circa AD1500-1800. The weight has a circular base with a central circular depression. The weight has faceted sides which taper towards a rectangular flattened top. The suspension hole is incomplete. The weight is a mid grey colour with an uneven patina. The surface of the weight is abraded. Diameter at base: 39.3mm. Width at top: 23.94mm. Height: 56.04mm. Weight: 440.3
Created on: Saturday 6th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-17D3E1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy conical vessel of probably Post Medieval date, circa AD1600-1800. The object is probably a cup weight but this is uncertain. The vessel is sub conical in shape with a flat sub circular base. The sides gradually taper outwards towards the top. The base has a diameter of 19.60mm. The walls are 3.89mm thick. Maximum diameter at the top: 28.83mm. Height: 28.52mm. Weight: 77.3g.
Created on: Sunday 7th April 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-F7391C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy steelyard weight, of probable Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD) but could be of later dating (2nd Century to 19th Century AD). The weight is conical in shape, with horizontal grooves down the length. A vertical suspension hole is present in the centre of the weight, now infilled with soil. It measures 39.7 mm tall, with a base diameter of 41.5 mm and a top diameter of 9.2 mm. It weighs 341.5 g (12.05 oz). The weight is a light grey to off white colour, with an even surface patina. Conical weights are a functional artefact, as such, there is…
Created on: Thursday 16th April 2015
Last updated: Thursday 16th April 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8850DA
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy probable apothecary or coin weight, of uncertain dating but probably Early Post Medieval (AD 1500 to AD 1700). The probable weight is circular in shape, with a flat cross section. The obverse bears an engraved possible tree or fern design. The reverse is undecorated. It has a diameter of 14.6 mm and is 3.4 mm thick. It weighs 4.8 g. The probable weight is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-8AE79C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy steelyard weight, of probable Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD) but could be of later dating (2nd Century to 19th CenturyAD). The weight is conical in shape, with faceted sides. The remains of an iron suspension loop is present in the top of the weight. A recess is present in the base. It measures 42.9 mm tall, with a base diameter of 40.2 mm and a top diameter of 26.4 mm. It weighs 344.8 g (12.16 oz). The weight is a light grey to off white colour, with an even surface patina. Conical weights are a functional artefact, as such, there is…
Created on: Monday 10th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 10th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-B1C9C4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Walsall
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 toAD 1550). The weight is an thick disc in plan with a folded rim. It is sub rectangular in cross section. Both sides are flat. The front has been decorated with two concentric circles, a pellet at the centre and a hatched grid over the top. The base is undecorated. It has a diameter of 30.4 mm and is 7.0 mm thick. It weighs 34.4 g (1.21 oz). The weight is light to 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…
Created on: Wednesday 12th August 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2015
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Record ID: WMID-97D92A
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1700). The weight is an thick disc in shape. It is sub rectangular in cross section. Both sides are flat. Both the front and reverse exhibit the same decoration. it consists of a central ring and dot, surrounded by six semi circles with a central pellet. The semi circles are arranged around the edge, with the curved edge oriented inwards towards the central ring and dot. It has a diameter of 21.8 mm and is 4.8 mm thick. It weighs 14.2 g (0.5 oz). The weight is light to mid grey c…
Created on: Friday 4th September 2015
Last updated: Friday 4th September 2015
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Record ID: WMID-F3A28F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1550). The weight is an thick disc, It is sub rectangular in shape. Both sides are flat. The front has been decorated with a long cross design with a folded outside rim. The remains of an iron suspension loop is present running through the centre of the weight. The base is undecorated. It measures 50.4 mm in length, 42.7 mm wide and 12.9 mm thick. It weighs 219.7 g (7.75 oz). The weight is light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plo…
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Friday 21st November 2014
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Record ID: WMID-FB7501
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (16th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is circular in plan. The obverse has a raised double incised ring around the edge, and a concentric incised ring towards the centre. Two stamped marks are present, both unclear. Both are sub rectangular, and could be either a castle, a cannon or something different. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The weight 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 surface d…
Created on: Wednesday 24th July 2013
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-FD0614
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Anglesey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy line weight of Roman to Post Medieval date (1st to 17th Centuries AD). The weight is spherical in shape. The central hole is broadly circular and is positioned off central. The internal diameter measures 4.15 mm. The weight measures 11.26 mm in length and has a diameter of 13.30 mm. It weighs 9.7 g (0.34 oz). It is mid to light grey colour, with an even patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the ploughsoil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. This type of weight has been in use for a long period of time and…
Created on: Wednesday 24th July 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 24th July 2013
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Record ID: WMID-477967
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). The top of the weight is incomplete and may have contained a suspension hole. The base of the weight is sub circular in plan. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated. The weight measures 18.11 mm tall, 17.42 mm diameter at the base, 5.30 mm diameter at the top. It weighs 27.4 g (0.97 oz). The weight…
Created on: Wednesday 21st August 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 21st August 2013
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Record ID: WMID-715071
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and rectangular in profile. The front has been stamped with a set of incuse marks, which read I. This mark (I) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The back is plain and undecorated. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 50.86 mm and is 6.35 mm thick. It weighs 103.3 grams (3.64 oz). Biggs, N. & With…
Created on: Monday 16th September 2013
Last updated: Friday 2nd May 2014
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Record ID: WMID-7CD491
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, probably medieval - modern ( AD 1200 - AD 1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single cast square shaped hole is set off centre with an internal of diameter 6.7 mm. It measures 30.3 mm in length and has a diameter of 22.3 mm. It weighs 70.7 g (2.49 oz). It is a dark grey colour, with an even patina across the surface. It has suffered a minor degree of abrasion, with plough roll scars being present on the surface.
Created on: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
Last updated: Thursday 7th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-7B1E06
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Doncaster
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy shield shaped weight of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1600). The shield weight is sub triangular in shape, with a raised design on the front. A border is present around the edge, consisting of a multiple diagonal grooves. The front of the weight is plain and undecorated. A rectangular perforation is present near the top of the weight and measures 4.0 mm wide and 2.9 mm long. The reverse of the weight is plain and undecorated. It measures 53.5 mm in length, 41.3 mm wide and 13.6 mm thick. It weighs 200.9 g (7.09 oz). The weight is a light grey co…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 5th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-7928E4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy standing / pyramidal weight, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1600). The weight has a square base, with a central circular depression. The sides of the weight have been facetted, forming four distinct sides, with bevelled corners. The sides gradually taper towards the top. A complete sub circular suspension loop is present at the top of the weight. The internal diameter of the suspension loop measures 4.3 mm It measures 40.5 mm in height, 26.5 mm wide and 26.5 mm thick. It weighs 146.7 g or 5.17 oz. It is a light to mid grey co…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Friday 15th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-796032
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Two concentric grooves decorate the front of the weight. Inside these grooves, it has been stamped with a set of incuse marks, which read IIII. This mark (I) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The back is plain and undecorated. A central depression is present. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patin…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Friday 15th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-7B5032
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy local trade weight, of probable Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. The weight has been stamped with a set of incuse marks, which read IIII. This mark (I) probably denounces the required measure, whether it be 4 ounces or 4 measures of another commodity (such as flour). The back is plain and undecorated. A central depression is present. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 28.9 mm and is 18.2 mm thick. It weighs 104.…
Created on: Monday 4th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 5th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-917AC5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Powys
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (18th Century AD). The weight is circular in plan. The obverse has a raised ring around the edge as a border. Four stamped marks are present. These consist of a 'Crowned G' for George I (AD 1714 to AD 1727); A sword of St Paul (representing London); a Ewer representing the London Founder's Company and a Capital A indicating that it on the Averdepois weight system. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The weight is a mid green colour with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough s…
Created on: Tuesday 5th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 5th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0C42F4
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy shield shaped weight of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1600). The shield weight is sub triangular in shape, with a raised shield shape on the front. A border is present around the edge, consisting of multiple tranverse lines. A design may have been present on the central section, but due to post depositional damage, this design is now unclear. The reverse of the weight is plain and undecorated. It measures 44.3 mm in length, 33.3 mm wide and 13.9 mm thick. It weighs 116.3 g (4.1 oz). The weight is a light grey colour, with an even surface patina.…
Created on: Monday 11th November 2013
Last updated: Monday 11th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-0CB2F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy, probable weight, of uncertain dating, possibly Roman (AD 43 to AD 410). The weight consists of two sub circular ends, with a recessed centre. It broadly resembles a dumb-bell or yo yo shape. The recess between the two ends measures 6.5 mm wide and 5.9 mm deep. It has a diameter of 38.5 mm and is 26.0 mm thick. It weighs 208 g (7.3 oz). The weight is an off white colour, with an even surface patina. No parallels to this weight have been found at the time of recording. It is considered to be possibly Roman, due to association with other finds …
Created on: Monday 11th November 2013
Last updated: Monday 11th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-B7D627
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy probable weight, of uncertain dating, but probably Post Medieval (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The weight is square in shape, with a drilled central perforation. The hole has been drilled from both sides. It has an internal diameter of 2.2 mm. Both sides have inscribed decoration, both consisting of a quarter square. One side has triangles with a vertical line through in each quarter. The other side has a voided cross in the centre, with a single diagonal line in each quarter. It measures 26.1 mm in length, 27.7 mm wide and 4.3 mm thick. It weighs 25.6 g (0…
Created on: Tuesday 19th November 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 19th November 2013
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Record ID: WMID-715291
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). A vertical suspension hole runs the length of the weight. The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with the suspension hole located off centre. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated. The weight measures 37.8 mm tall, 31.2 mm diameter at the base, 11.5 mm diameter at the top. The suspension hole …
Created on: Tuesday 10th June 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 25th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-BF82FC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1550). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. Both sides are flat. The front has been decoarted with two concentric circles and a circular recess in the centre. No other decoration is present on either the top or base of the weight. It has a diameter of 36.7 mm and is 5.5 mm thick. It weighs 36.6 g (1.29 oz). The weight is light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough…
Created on: Thursday 26th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 26th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-135608
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy conical suspension weight, of probable Medieval (AD 1100 to AD 1500) dating. The weight is conical in shape with a circular cross section. A circular central perforation is present, extending from the top to the bottom of the weight. The weight is 19.7 mm tall, has a maximum diameter of 13.3 mm at the base and a diameter of 6.2 mm at the top. It weighs 19.7 g (0.69 oz). The weight is a white to light 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 origina…
Created on: Monday 30th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 30th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-C05CEC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
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 of diameter 9.7 mm. It measures 29.9 mm in length and has a diameter of 27.2 mm. It weighs 107.5 g (3.79 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.
Created on: Thursday 26th June 2014
Last updated: Thursday 26th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-12D771
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (18th Century AD). The weight is circular in plan. The obverse has a raised ring around the edge as a border. Four stamped marks are present, two however are unclear. The legible ones consist of A sword of St Paul (representing London) and a Ewer representing the London Founder's Company. One of the illegible ones is probably a crowned letter, indicating which monarch it was made under. Filemarks are present on the reverse. The weight is a dark green colour with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement w…
Created on: Monday 30th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 30th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-132827
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy conical weight, of probable Medieval (AD 1100 to AD 1500) dating. The weight is conical in shape with a circular cross section. Remains of an iron suspension loop are present at the apex (top) of the weight. A circular recess is present on the base. The weight is 46.6 mm tall, has a maximum diameter of 32.6 mm at the base and a diameter of 11.2 mm at the top. It weighs 248.2 g (8.75 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 so…
Created on: Monday 30th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 30th June 2014
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Record ID: WMID-DEBBED
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). A suboval depression is present on the base of the weight. The base of the weight is sub circular in plan. The weight measures 22.3 mm tall, 19.2 mm diameter at the base, 12.6 mm diameter at the top. It weighs 43.5 g (1.53 oz). The weight is a light grey colour with an even surface patina. Weights can be hard…
Created on: Wednesday 27th August 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 27th August 2014
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Record ID: WMID-DEE256
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy flat triangular weight, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900). The weight is triangular in shape, with a rectangular cross section. The sides are bevelled. The base is flat. There is an incomplete circular hole at the top, which may have originally contained a line. It measures 36.3 mm in length, a maximum width of 17.9 mm, a minimum width of 5.0 mm, and is 9.7 mm thick. It weighs 31.6 g. The weight is a mid to dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Recent damage has resulted in a small diagonal cut towards th…
Created on: Wednesday 27th August 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 27th August 2014
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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-D09E5B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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 flat circular base, with a central recessed pellet. The sides of the weight have been facetted, forming four distinct sides. The sides taper inwards towards the top. A complete circular suspension loop is present at the top of the weight, with an internal diameter of 2.2 mm. It measures 43.3 mm in height, 44.4 mm wide and 48.0 mm thick. It weighs 254.6 g or 8.98 oz. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, c…
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 8th July 2015
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Record ID: WMID-D0C618
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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 flat circular base. The sides taper inwards towards the top. The remains of an iron suspension loop are present in the top of the weight. It measures 34.4 mm in height, 23.0 mm wide and 22.0 mm thick. It weighs 69.8 g or 2.46 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 pyramida…
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 8th July 2015
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Record ID: WMID-C4E8CE
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy standing weight, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1600). The weight has a circular base, with multiple small crescentic stamps arranged in an irregular pattern. The sides of the weight are smooth and gradually taper towards the top. A complete sub circular suspension loop is present at the top of the weight, which is now folded over at a right angle. The internal diameter of the suspension loop measures 3.1 mm. It measures 51.2 mm in height, with a base diameter of 26.8 mm and a top diameter of 16.5 mm. It weighs 181.2 g or 6.39 oz…
Created on: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
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Record ID: WMID-C51623
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy standing 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 are smooth and gradually taper towards the top. A complete sub circular suspension loop is present at the top of the weight. The internal diameter of the suspension loop measures 2.4mm. It measures 49.1mm in height, with a base diameter of 26.8 mm and a top diameter of 19.8mm. It weighs 168.5g or 5.94 oz. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, cau…
Created on: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
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Record ID: WMID-C8D1D0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown dating, but probably Medieval to Modern (AD 1200 to AD 1900). The weight is sub-spherical, with a central swelling. A single square shaped hole is set off centre with an internal of diameter 5.0mm. Slight flattening is present on a couple of the sides. It measures 16.0mmin length and has a diameter of 20.8 mm. It weighs 31.4 g (1.11 oz). It is a dark grey colour, with an even patina across the surface. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the o…
Created on: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
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Record ID: WMID-E38AE2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy shield shaped weight of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1600). The shield weight is sub triangular, with a raised shield shape on the front. A border is present around the edge, consisting of a raised rim. A raised cross design is present in the centre. A wide diagonal cut is present, slicing through the centre of the cross outwards to a corner. The reverse of the weight is plain and undecorated. It measures 57.4 mm in length, 56.4 mm wide and 12.6 mm thick. It weighs 209.0 g (7.37 oz). The weight is a light grey colour, with an even surface pa…
Created on: Tuesday 17th January 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 4th April 2017
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Record ID: WMID-5C8BAD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete heat affected trade weight of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The trade weight was originally circular in shape with raised sides. No stamps are visible. The trade weight appears to be deformed due to heat/fire. It has a diameter of 43.9 mm and is 9.6 mm thick. It weighs 49.6 g (1.75 oz). The trade weight is a mid green colour with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2020
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Record ID: WMID-C7AA4D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy pyramidal standing weight of possibly Medieval or Post Medieval date (AD 1066 - 1800). It has a circular, flat base and flat sides, tapering to a blunt point at the apex. There is a oval hole through the narrowed lug, which projects from the top of the weight. The internal dimensions of the hole are 2.6 mm by 2.0 mm. This lug bends forward slightly. The surface of the object is quite rough. The base is rough with a slight concavity in the centre. It measures 22.0 mm in height, a base diameter of 16.4 mm and 8.5 mm wide at the lug. It is 3.3 mm thick at…
Created on: Monday 13th July 2020
Last updated: Monday 13th July 2020
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Record ID: WMID-4615F0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy, probable net or line weight, of unknown dating, probably of Medieval to Modern dating from c. AD 1200 - c. AD 1900. The weight is broadly circular in plan and the walls are D shaped in section. A single square shaped hole is set off centre, measuring 3.8 mm by 3.6 mm internally. It measures 9.8 mm in length and has a diameter of 16.5 mm. It weighs 15.1 g (0.53 oz). It is a 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 …
Created on: Sunday 19th July 2020
Last updated: Sunday 19th July 2020
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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-67EB30
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete coiled lead or lead alloy probable weight of uncertain dating, but probably Medieval (AD 1100 to AD 1500). The probable weight has been made from a long piece of square sectioned lead, wrapped in coil back onto itself to form a circular object. Both ends of the piece of lead taper to a blunt point. It has been coiled once. A circular hole has been left in the centre. This has an internal diameter of 8.9 mm. It has an external diameter of 24.6 mm and has a maximum thickness of 17.7 mm. It has a minimum thickness of 10.0 mm. The piece of lead is 8.2 mm wide. It wei…
Created on: Wednesday 24th February 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 24th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-75BFDF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy weight, token or possibly gaming piece of probable Medieval or Post Medieval date circa AD 1400-1800. The object is sub-circular in plan. Both faces are plain, undecorated and flat. Three grooves are present on the upper surface. The object measures 26.2 mm in diameter and is 6.5 mm thick. It weighs 30.6 grams or 10.8 ozs. The object has a mid-brown colour with an uneven corroded and abraded patina that covers all surfaces.
Created on: Tuesday 7th September 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 7th September 2021
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Record ID: WMID-8C73B5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (17th to 18th Centuries AD). The weight is circular in plan. The obverse has a raised ring around the edge as a border. A stamped mark is present but is it is unclear what design it is. The base of the weight is undecorated apart from a concave depression in the centre. It has a diameter of 21.7 mm and is 6.5 mm thick. It weighs 12.8 g (0.45 oz). Several similar trade weights have been recorded on the PAS database, including: WMID-0EA67A, WMID-12D771 and SUR-82D25D.
Created on: Tuesday 18th June 2019
Last updated: Monday 24th June 2019
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Record ID: WMID-47AB4E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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. It measures 26.3 mm in height, 26.8 mm wide and 23.4 mm thick. It weighs 61.4 g or 2.17 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 been recorded on the…
Created on: Tuesday 9th July 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 9th July 2019
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Record ID: WMID-50E538
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1700). The weight is an thick circular disc in shape. It is sub rectangular in cross section. Both sides are flat. The front has three letters BII. The back is undecorated. It has a diameter of 35.1 mm and is 6.4 mm thick. It weighs 55.7 g (1.97 oz). The weight is light to 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. Weights of this style are frequentl…
Created on: Tuesday 27th August 2019
Last updated: Monday 9th September 2019
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Record ID: WMID-BF7CF0
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy possible Fishing weight, of probable Medieval dating (11th to 15th Centuries AD). The weight is a flattened spherical pointed oval shape, with two grooves in both of the main faces giving a fluted effect. An integral circular perforation (suspension loop) is present at one of the pointed ends. It has an internal diameter of 3.4 mm. It is a off white to light 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. It measures 46.3 mm i…
Created on: Tuesday 7th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 6th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-BFB565
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
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 flat circular base. The sides of the weight have been facetted, forming four distinct sides. The sides gradually taper towards the top. A complete circular suspension loop is present at the top of the weight, with an internal diameter of 3.5 mm. It measures 27.9 mm in height, 14.4 mm wide and 14.1 mm thick. It weighs 129.1 g or 1.03 oz. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst withi…
Created on: Tuesday 7th January 2014
Last updated: Thursday 6th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-943C47
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD). The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). The top of the weight is incomplete and may have contained a suspension hole. The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with a central recess. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated. The weight measures 24.0 mm tall, 21.5 mm diameter at the base, 7.8 mm diameter at the top. It weighs 59.8 g …
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-945717
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1550). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. The base is flat. No decoration is present on the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 36.7 mm and is 5.6 mm thick. It weighs 57.3 g (2.02 oz). Weights of this style are frequently encountered, and commonly thought to be of Medieval dating. Lead weights, due to be a functional artefact, do change little in style over time, and as …
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9462E8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1550). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. The base is flat. Faint concentric circles are present on the top of the weight. The base is plain and undecorated. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 34.2 mm and is 7.6 mm thick. It weighs 56.8 g (2.00 oz). Weights of this style are frequently encountered, and commonly thought to be of Medieval dating. Lead weights, due to be a functio…
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-9473B8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1300 to AD 1550). The weight is an thick disc in plan with bevelled edges. It is sub rectangular in profile / cross section. Both sides are flat. A central circular recess (diameter 6.9 mm) is present on the top surface. No other decoration is present on either the top or base of the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It has a diameter of 34.7 mm and is 5.3 mm thick. It weighs 43.7 g (1.54 oz). Weights of this style are frequently encountered, and commonly thought to b…
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-94B632
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy steelyard weight, of probable Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD). The weight is biconical in shape. A central circular recess is present in the base of the weight (internal diameter is 14.6 mm). The remains of the copper alloy suspension loop are present at the top of the weight. It measures 38.7 mm tall, with a maximum diameter of 43.9 mm. The copper alloy loop is 2.5 mm wide and 0.9 mm thick. It weighs 203.7 g (7.19 oz). The weight is a light grey to off white colour, with an even surface patina. Similar biconical weights have been foun…
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-953186
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy weight, of probable Medieval dating (1300 to 1550 AD). The weight is cuboid in shape, with a square cross section. The remnants of an iron suspension loop is present in the top of the weight. No decoration is present on either surface of the weight. It is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. It measures 55.8 mm in length, 37.2 mm wide and 27.6 mm thick. It weighs 440.7 g (15.55 oz). Weights of this style are frequently encountered, and commonly thought to be of Medieval dating. The iron suspension loop would have ai…
Created on: Friday 17th January 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd April 2014
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Record ID: WMID-345F27
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy steelyard weight, of probable Roman dating (1st to 2nd Century AD). The weight is hemispherical (flat top, domed base) in shape. The remains of an iron suspension loop are running through the length of the weight. It measures 35.2 mm tall, with a maximum diameter of 42.7 mm. It weighs 395.3 g (13.94 oz). The weight is a light grey to off white colour, with an even surface patina. Similar biconical weights have been found associated with Roman steelyards, such as WMID-184456 and WMID-049777 and can be dated from 1st to 2nd Centuries AD. Howe…
Created on: Tuesday 18th February 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2014
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Record ID: WMID-826A12
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete 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. It measures 18.6 mm in height, 18.6 mm diameter base and 7.7 mm diameter top. It weighs 32.9 g or 1.16 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 been rec…
Created on: Tuesday 29th October 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 30th June 2020
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Record ID: WMID-930359
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
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 14.2 mm in height, 25.8 mm wide and 23.4 mm thick. It weighs 32.4 g or 1.14 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 b…
Created on: Monday 11th November 2019
Last updated: Monday 11th November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-59B356
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy conical weight, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1100 to AD 1500). The weight is conical in shape with a circular cross section. An iron suspension loop is present at the apex (top) of the weight. A shallow circular recess is present on the base. The weight is 38.7 mm tall, has a maximum diameter of 23.5 mm at the base and a diameter of 9.8 mm at the top. It weighs 98.2 g (3.46 oz). The weight is a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of s…
Created on: Monday 20th January 2020
Last updated: Monday 20th January 2020
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Record ID: WMID-59F712
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight of uncertain dating, possibly Roman to Post medieval (AD 43 to AD 1650). The weight is sub oval in shape with a flattened triangular cross section. An irregular suspension hole has been placed roughly centrally at the top of the weight. This hole has internal dimensions of 1.5 mm by 3.6 mm. The base is rounded. It measures 42.1 mm in length, 17.6 mm wide and has a maximum thickness of 10.2 mm. It weighs 45.6 g (1.61 oz). The weight is a light grey to off-white colour. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted i…
Created on: Monday 20th January 2020
Last updated: Monday 20th January 2020
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Record ID: WMID-6D7404
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy weight, probably from a net or line of unknown date, probably medieval - modern (1200-1900). The weight is sub-cylindrical, with a central swelling. A single cast square shaped hole is set off centre with an internal of diameter 5.19 mm. It measures 23.44 mm in length and has a diameter of 15.65 mm. It weighs 25.9 grams. It is a dark grey colour, with an even patina across the surface. It has suffered a minor degree of abrasion, with plough roll scars being present on the surface.
Created on: Thursday 11th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd October 2013
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Record ID: WMID-1F08F6
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight of Post Medieval dating (17th Centuries AD). The weight is circular in plan. The obverse has a raised ring around the edge as a border. Two stamps are present. The sword of St Paul (for London) and a Crowned C (from either Charles I (1625 to 1649) or Charles II (1660 to 1685). The base of the weight is undecorated. It has a diameter of 27.6 mm and is 4.0 mm thick. It weighs 12.4 g (0.44 oz). Several similar trade weights have been recorded on the PAS database, including: WMID-0EA67A, WMID-12D771 and SUR-82D25D. A similar crowned C stamp is…
Created on: Tuesday 25th June 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 25th June 2019
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