Record ID: WAW-CD40B6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy bi-convex decorated spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (1 - 1650 AD). The spindle whorl is sub circular in plan, and lentoid in cross section. Both the upper and lower faces have a cast rim along the edge (approx 4.5mm thick), with a similar rim around the inner edge. both the upper and lower faces have been decorated with alternating diagonal ribs, with pellets placed in the gaps between the ribs. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set slightly off centre. The internal diameter of the hole measures 9.18…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 28th November 2014
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Record ID: WAW-CDC2C2
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy book or strap fitting, of probable Medieval dating (1100 to 1500 AD). The fitting consists of two strips of copper alloy riveted together, it is sub rectangular in plan and rectangular in cross section. The upper plate is sub rectangular in plan, with bevelled outer edges, and the remnants of a hook at one end. The hook extends centrally from the end of the plate. No decoration remains on the upper plate. The remains of two rivets are present, located centrally at either end of the plate. The lower plate is trapezoidal (sub triangular) in plan, with the a…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 28th November 2014
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Record ID: WAW-CE1293
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy annular buckle (or possible annular 'ring' brooch) of medieval date (1200-1400). The buckle is circular in plan with a circular cross section. There is no evidence for a constriction within the frame of the buckle to which a pin would fit. Instead the pin is attached by a large loop which moves freely around the frame. There is also no evidence of a recessed pin rest on the frame. The pin is almost complete and relatively large; the tip of the pin is slightly damaged. It is attached to the brooch by a single loop which has been folded around the fr…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Friday 28th November 2014
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Record ID: WAW-CE6622
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy asymmetrical buckle, of Medieval dating (c.1350 -1450). The buckle consists of an oval loop with attached rectangular strap bar. It is rectangular in cross section. The front part of the buckle is oval in plan, with a D-shaped cross section. A pin notch / rest is present at the centre of the outer edge. The inner edge is expanded slightly, with a constriction in the centre for the pin. The pin consists of a strip of copper alloy wrapped around the central bar. The pin is mostly complete, but it has been bent out of its original shape, and the tip is no longer pr…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 8th August 2018
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Record ID: HESH-9F2623
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete wheel thrown ceramic Chicken Feeder of Post Medieval dating (18th to 19th Centuries AD). The chicken feeder is circular in plan, with three vertical concentric partitions on the front face and a flat base. It has a diameter of 16cm, is 4.2cm tall and the base is 1.1cm thick. It weighs 700 grams. The internal partitions are 0.82cm thick. The fabric consists of an oxidised matrix, with occasional mica and red clay inclusions, similar to a flower pot type earthenware, most consistent with an local (unsourced) fabric type, of 18th to 19th Century dating. A similar find w…
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 26th September 2017
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Record ID: WMID-064720
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus of House of Constantine (307 to 361 AD), of uncertain mint but struck between 330 and 335 AD. Diameter: 16.77mm Thickness: 1.63mm Weight: 1.6 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-066C86
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus of House of Valentinian (364 to 378 AD), of uncertain mint but struck between 364 and 378 AD. Diameter: 17.58mm Thickness: 1.72mm Weight: 1.8 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-069AF3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus of House of Constantine (307 to 361 AD), of uncertain mint but struck between 335 and 337 AD. Diameter: 15.37mm Thickness: 1.79mm Weight: 1.5 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-06B368
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus, probably of Valens (364 to 378 AD), of uncertain mint but struck between 364 and 378 AD. Diameter: 14.73mm Thickness: 1.32mm Weight: 1.3 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-06C2F7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus of House of Valentinian (364 to 378 AD), of uncertain mint, but struck between 364 and 378 AD. Diameter: 15.11mm Thickness: 1.56mm Weight: 1.1 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-06E6E0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy probable contemporary copy of a nummus of House of Constantine (307 to 361 AD), of uncertain mint, but struck between 335 and 337 AD. Diameter: 12.97mm Thickness: 1.58mm Weight: 0.9 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-071B61
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered silver possible denarius of Septimius Severus (193 to 211 AD), of uncertain mint, but struck between 193 and 211 AD. Length: 17.15mm Width: 15.77mm Thickness: 1.85mm Weight: 1.7 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 6th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-0745F2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered copper alloy nummus of uncertain Emperor and mint, but of probable 4th Century AD dating. Diameter: 22.76mm Thickness: 1.74mm Weight: 3.2 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 6th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-075D57
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete struck / hammered copper alloy probable contemporary copy (barabarous) of a radiate of uncertain Emperor, but probably struck between 260 and 296 AD. Irregular flan. Length: 15.37mm Width: 16.29mm Thickness: 1.50mm Weight: 1.8 grams
Created on: Monday 24th September 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 6th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-D81166
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy skeuomorphic plate brooch, in the shape of an Axe, of Roman dating (2nd Century AD). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of the plate, catch plate, and spring. The pin is incomplete. The brooch is in the shape of an axe, with a rectangular handle. The axe head has a straight upper edge and the lower edge is concave, flaring to a point on both the 'cutting' edge and the 'butt' edge, both of which are straight. The front surface of the brooch is decorated with cells which are filled with enamel. The handle forms one cell, the upper …
Created on: Tuesday 16th October 2012
Last updated: Thursday 8th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E780C8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy hinged head enamelled type brooch, of Early Roman dating (AD 50 to AD 100). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the head, bow, and hinge. The foot, catch plate and pin are missing. The head of the brooch consists of a cylindrial tube, with a slot present at the centre for the hinged pin to be located. Joining the head of the brooch to the bow is a series of recessed and raised ridges, the raised ridges have been rouletted. The front of the bow is decorated with a raised diamond (lozenge) shape. Around the edge of the central di…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Thursday 15th November 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E7BAC6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Colchester derivative (Polden hill style) brooch, of Roman dating (75 - 175 AD). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, catch plate and spring casing. The pin and spring are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A rear facing hook is present next to the head. The front of the bow has been decorated by a central ridge running down the length of the …
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E80BD6
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Dolphin brooch, of Roman dating (AD 55 - AD 100). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, and hinge casing. The pin, catch plate and foot are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A decorative plain rib is present, running the length of the bow. Each of the wings has a sub circular wing cap, with a perforation for the spring. A vertical groove is pr…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E837A4
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Dolphin brooch, of Roman dating (AD 55 - AD 100). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present consisting of the bow, wings, catch plate and hinge casing. The pin and foot are missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. A decorative plain ridge is present, running the length of the bow. Each of the wings has a sub circular wing cap, with a perforation for the spring. A vertical groove is p…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 17th October 2012
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Record ID: WMID-E92B97
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy heraldic harness pendant of Medieval dating (14th Century AD). The pendant is of the 'heater' shield shape (a flat top, with sides that curve steeply to a point). The upper edge has an integrally cast suspension loop, which is sub oval in plan and set at right angles (ninety degrees) to the pendant. It is angled forwards, with an oval pierced loop. The front of the pendant features moulded heraldic decoration in the form of a diagonal stripe bearing three five pointed stars crossing a halved background.In heraldic terms, it is described as "Divided per…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 6th November 2012
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