Record ID: WMID-ED202A
Object type: TANKARD
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete probable tankard handle or vessel fitting, of probable Late Iron Age dating (c. 500 BC to 100 AD). The probable fitting is semi-circular in shape, with the flat edge at the top. The reverse of the fitting is undecorated and smooth. The front of the fitting has a symmetrical design. To either side of the central ridge, are an inward facing curve. These curves join together at the top to form a pelta type shape. Edges are incomplete but patinated. It measures 25.1 mm in length, 25.4 mm wide and 6.9 mm thick. It weighs 11.1 g. The mount is a mid brown colour,…
Created on: Tuesday 20th April 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
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Record ID: WMID-65AA06
Object type: TANKARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy terminal or strap end of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1650 to AD 1800). The piece consists of a short rectangular plate, rebated on one side, from the top of which emerges a thick bifurcated terminal. Each prong is twisted towards it tip giving the appearance of rams' horns. There is a deep groove on one side, the rebated surface, within the central V shape created by the terminal. The other surface is flat and plain until the twists of the prongs' tips. At the base of the plate are two rivet holes, one towards each corner, both of which retain the corr…
Created on: Wednesday 17th July 2013
Last updated: Friday 1st November 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Warwick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-7A5DC3
Object type: TANKARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy handle from a tankard, of probable Post Medieval to Modern dating (16th to 18th Centuries AD). Less than 25% of the handle is present, consisting of the top or bottom only. It is sub triangular in plan and section. The exterior is domed, and tapers to an incomplete circular sectioned handle. The reverse has a concave triangular shaped void, with traces of solder present on the surface. It measures 37.92 mm in length, with a maximum width of 19.23 mm and is 10.36 mm thick. It weighs 18.5 g. The handle fragment is a dark green colour, with an even s…
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 26th June 2013
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Record ID: LVPL-2913F0
Object type: TANKARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy possible thumb rest from a drinking vessel (probably a tankard) of Post Medieval dating (c.1650 - c.1750 AD). The thumb rest is right angled or L shaped in both plan and section. It consists of a flat base with bifurcated end (triple pronged), with an upright sub oval shaped handle. Cast decoration consisting of V shapes are present along the edges. A circular perforation (hole) is present at the top. This hole would have enabled the thumb rest to be attached to the handle with an axis pin inserted through it, so it could pivot. The thumb rest is a …
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2011
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