Record ID: WMID-B15266
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete lead or lead alloy bi convex decorated spindle whorl, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1100 to AD 1450). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and lentoid in section. Decoration detail on the upper and lower faces consists of irregularly placed chevrons pointing outwards, forming a rough star design. The points do not line up at the middle. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has a internal diameter of 9.9 mm. The whorl measures 24.7 mm in diameter, and 15.7 mm thick. It weighs 27.1 g&nbs…
Created on: Friday 8th March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 16th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-9C9C83
Object type: BUTTON AND LOOP FASTENER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete enamelled copper alloy button and loop fastener, of Roman Wild 1970, Type VIa dating (2nd Century AD). Less than 50% of the button and loop fastener is present, consisting of the head of the button and loop fastener. The loop and part of the shank are missing. The head is rectangular and decorated with two colours of enamel, probably red and blue. The enamelled decoration is split into two styles. On one side is an alternating triangular pattern, with red inward facing triangles on one side and blue on the other. The other side has five rectangular cells, with alternatin…
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2024
Last updated: Saturday 16th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-755841
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 90 to AD 130). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the pin and catch-plate. 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. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. The back of the brooch is undeco…
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-75315C
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the spring, pin, catch-plate and foot 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. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. A cen…
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF5483
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a jar. Local (unsourced) greyware. Unclear fabric. Grey. Fabric: Grey. reduced interior. Grey Reduced core. grey reduced exterior. black colour coat. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: horizontal lines. Surface treatment: black colour coat. Condition: Abraded. Form: jar Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 37.1 mm. Width: 41.3 mm. Thickness: 7.6 mm. Total mass 14.2 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-CF34E4
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: Roman. bodysherd, probably from a plate or bowl. Severn Valley ware. Unclear fabric. Orangey red. Fabric: Red. Oxidised interior. Grey Reduced core. Red oxidised exterior. Red slip. Hard. Inclusions: Unclear. Forming: Wheel thrown. Decoration: rouletted. Surface treatment: red slip. Condition: Abraded. Form: plate/ bowl Fragment: Bodysherd. Notes: Length: 18.3 mm. Width: 17.8 mm. Thickness: 5.6 mm. Total mass 2.3 g
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 6th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-4A092D
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy (bronze) flat axe of Early Bronze Age dating (c. 2350 BC to c. 2050 BC). The flat axe is broadly sub rectangular in shape with a splayed crescent shaped blade. In profile it is broadly lentoid, with slight tapering edges. The butt is relatively thin having a narrow rounded profile; the width at the butt is 16.5 mm (thickness: 4.2 mm). The sides of the axe gently expand in width from the butt to the blade; in shape they are relatively curved. The axe is thickest at the mid point (10.4 mm), with traces of a proto stop ridge p…
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 4th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-46BC5F
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete, cast, copper-alloy, strap-mounted terret of Roman date, around AD 43 - 250, of Lewis type xix. The terret comprises a main ovate ring with an integral rectangular loop projecting from the base. The main ring is bottom-heavy displaying wear one one face. The ring has a tapering ovate section and the loop is sub-rectangular in section. The terret is undecorated. The metal has a mid-green patina and is worn. The terret is 40.5 mm long, 30.9 mm wide, 12.3 mm thick and weighs 35.7 g. Compare YORYM-83701C and see Lewis (2015). Terret rings were used as rein guid…
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 24th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-73CDBA
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the pin, catch-plate and foot 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. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. The back of t…
Created on: Friday 17th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D8B00F
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a Middle Bronze Age copper alloy palstave dating circa 1500-1150 BC. The fragment consists of the crescentic cutting edge and lower blade. The upper body terminates in a worn and irregular rectangular break. The solid cross-section and the mid rid on both sides suggests the object is a palstave rather than a socketed axehead.   The object measures 61.9 mm in length, 63.5 mm in width (across blade), 27.9 mm wide (across the body). The blade edge is 3.8 mm thick and the body is 14.4 mm thick. It weighs 170.0 g. All s…
Created on: Thursday 29th June 2023
Last updated: Friday 30th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-59F199
Object type: BUTTON AND LOOP FASTENER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy button and loop fastener, of Early Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 200). The fastener consists of a flat discoidal head, with a rectangular sectioned shank fixing to the centre of the reverse. The shank extends out into a triangular loop. The front of the disc has been decorated with a long cross. It measures 33.3 mm in length, 17.2 mm wide and 13.2 mm thick. The discoidal head has a diameter of 18.0 mm. It weighs 9.1 g. The fastener is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Similar button and loop fasteners …
Created on: Friday 23rd June 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th September 2023
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Record ID: WMID-5439F4
Object type: SOCKETED AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete fragment from a socketed axehead, of Late Bronze Age dating (c. 950 BC to c. 750 BC). Less than 25% of the socketed axehead is present, and consists of part of the mouth and body. The rest is missing, presumed lost in antiquity, The mouth may have originally been square in shape, as the fragment exhibits an almost right angle bend. The mouth has a rolled rim. The start of two ribs are present on the body. It measures 20.2 mm in length, 24.5 mm wide and 6.1 mm thick (at the mouth), 3.4 mm thick (body). It weighs 7.5…
Created on: Friday 23rd June 2023
Last updated: Friday 23rd June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-99B871
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy (bronze) cast horse harness fitting or strap distributor, dating from the late Iron age to the early Roman period ( c.50BC-AD50). The object comprises three connected openwork trefoil rings (of which two survives intact) and a probable central motif of a horses head projecting 90 degrees from the centre of the object. The complete rings have an internal diameter of 9.7 mm and 8.8 mm. There are faint signs that the horse's head is decorated with ears and a mane comprised of incised herringbone grooves, and probably a split mouth. Much of the …
Created on: Wednesday 14th June 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 15th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-31F7DE
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete enamelled and copper alloy dragonesque style brooch, of Roman dating (AD 80 to AD 200). Over 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of the main plate and the top part of the pin.  The brooch consists of a central plate, representing the body, with a constricted neck curving upwards and matching tail curving downwards. Circular annulet style eyes are present on each terminal, with a line of punched pellets around the outer edge. Red enamel infilled the annulet recess. The ear curves downwards from the head, and terminates with a rounded end. A matching e…
Created on: Friday 9th June 2023
Last updated: Friday 9th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-779676
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Colchester derivative (Polden Hill) brooch of 5.b4 type of Roman date (AD 75-200) Over 50% of the brooch is present, with the wings and bow present. The spring, pin, foot and catchplate are missing. The brooch is T shaped in plan. The wings are cylindrical with perforated end caps. The wing caps extend slightly beyond the width of the wings, with a perforation to hold the spring.The bow is decorated with a prominent rib that extends vertically from the rearward facing hook on the head and continues along the centre of the bow. It does not ext…
Created on: Friday 19th May 2023
Last updated: Monday 22nd May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-62AFC5
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy rotary key (locking), of mid Roman dating (AD 150 to AD 410). Less than 50% of the key is present, with the handle remaining. The shank and bit are missing due to post depositional breaks. The handle is of a debased fleur de lis / lys design, with a central pointed collared knop, above an inverted triangle with inward curving sides. The triangle tapers to a narrow waist, then expands to a triple moulded collar which would have been formerly attached to the shank; the collar has a square cross-section. It measures 52.5 mm in le…
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd August 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4D5CF0
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the pin, catch-plate and foot 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. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. The back of t…
Created on: Wednesday 17th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4BCE84
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Faustina I (AD 138-161), dating to the period c.AD 141-161 (Reece period 7). AVGVSTA, S C, reverse type depicting Pietas standing left, raising right hand above lighted altar, holding box in left. Mint of Rome. RIC III, p. 163, no. 1127. Diameter: 30.5 mm Thickness: 3.6 mm Weight: 15.8 g
Created on: Friday 5th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4AE75D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver Roman denarius of Titus (AD 79-81) under Vespasian (AD 69-79), dating to the period c.AD 79 (Reece period 4). TR POT VIII COS VII reverse type depicting a slow quadriga left with corn ears. Mint of Rome. RIC II.1 (2nd ed.), p. 135, no. 1073 Diameter: 17.4 mm Thickness: 2.2 mm Weight: 2.2 g
Created on: Friday 5th May 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-FEDBF7
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Polden Hill variation brooch, dating from AD 80 to AD 160. Over 75% of the brooch is present, with the foot, catch plate and pin missing. The brooch has an angular head, with semi circular wings projecting from either side. These wings have a pierced wing caps. They have been decorated with three recessed vertical lines. No shoulder is present. Behind the wings, the spring is visible. It has six coils to the left and seven to the right of the pin. Part of spring is held in a rearward facing hook at the top of the brooch. The head of the brooch has been deco…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 20th April 2023
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Record ID: WMID-FE9A83
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Polden Hill brooch of Roman date, circa (AD 80 - 120). The brooch consists of the head, wings, bow and rearward facing hook. The pin, spring, foot and catchplate are missing. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. The rearward facing hook is present on the head. The bow is broad and is broken just above the foot. Short converging grooves decorate the head, on either side of the rearward hook.The wings take the form of a cylinder capped with two perforated, circular wing caps.  It ha…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 20th April 2023
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Record ID: WMID-FDBAED
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cut halfpenny of William I of Scotland (AD 1165 to AD 1214),third coinage (Short Cross and Stars), Phase B. Bust III (Spink S5029), dating to the period AD 1205 to AD 1230. Moneyer: Hue Walter, Mint: Edinburgh, Perth or Roxburgh. Ref: Spink 2015, pg 14. Diameter: 18.0 mm Width: 9.7 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 0.6 g
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Friday 21st April 2023
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Record ID: WMID-6A6464
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Commodus (AD 180-192), dating to the period c.AD 192 (Reece period 9). LIB AVG P M TR P XVII [IMP VIII] COS VII P P, S C, reverse type depicting Libertas standing left holding pileus and sceptre, star in field to left. Mint of Rome. RIC III, p. 436, nos. 671a, 619a. Diameter: 30.7 mm Thickness: 4.6 mm Weight: 17.4 g
Created on: Wednesday 12th April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th April 2023
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Record ID: WMID-462553
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver halfpenny of Alexander III of Scotland (AD 1249 to AD 1286), dating to the period AD 1280 to AD 1292. Class M coinage. Coin is in two fragments. Diameter: 14.2 mm Thickness: 0.5 mm Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Friday 17th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9A9BC2
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An incomplete, silver penannular brooch of Early Medieval date that is divided into four fragments and is decorated with gold filigree inlay. Two of the fragments comprise part of the silver frame of the object. The first fragment is an incomplete, semi-circular fragment with two damaged terminals. It has a roughly sub-oval cross section with a flat, undecorated reverse. The upper face has three broadly sub-rectangular cells. These held decorative gold plates with gold filigree decoration. The central panel is missing, whilst the left- and right-hand panels remain, though…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-70ED0A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A worn copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Trajan (AD 98-117), probably dating to the period c.AD 103-117 (Reece period 5). Illegible reverse type. Mint of Rome.  Diameter: 32.4 mm Thickness: 3.6 mm Weight: 17.1 g
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2023
Last updated: Friday 19th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-5BBD79
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete and very base (possibly plated?) silver Roman denarius of Julia Domna (AD 193-217), dating to the period AD 196-211 (Reece period 10). CERERI FRVGIF reverse type depicting Ceres seated left holding corn ears and torch. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC IV.1, p. 166, no. 546. Diameter: 18.0mm Width: 16.1 mm Thickness: 2.4 mm Weight: 1.7 g
Created on: Monday 6th March 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E33124
Object type: STEELYARD
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy possible steelyard of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The possible steelyard has a square shank. One end has a double collar terminal, with central circular knop. The upper collar has been decorated with oblique slashes to create a ropelike decoration. The other end exhibits a patinated break. The square shank has several horizontal grooves across the width. It measures 63.2 mm in length, 4.6 mm wide and 4.2 mm thick. The head is 6.5 mm tall, with a maximum diameter of 8.5 mm. It weighs 9.1 g. The possible steelyard is mid to dark green in colour.…
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E10AF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Theodosius (AD 378-402), probably of Theodosius I (AD 379-395), dating to the period c.AD 378-383 (Reece period 20). CONCORDIA AVGGG reverse type depicting Constantinopolis seated facing on throne, head right, right foot on prow and right hand holding a reverse spear, left hand resting on knee. Probably mint of Arles. cf. RIC IX, p. 67, no. 21. Diameter: 17.3 mm Thickness: 1.5 mm Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Thursday 16th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2023
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Record ID: WMID-A06B0D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy sestertius of Trajan (AD 98-117), probably dating to c. AD 103-117 (Reece Period 5), Reverse type unclear. Mint of Rome. Diameter: 31.2 mm Thickness: 3.6 mm Weight: 17.0 g
Created on: Monday 13th February 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 1st March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-FE1ED9
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Wroxeter type brooch of Roman dating (AD 80 to AD 200). The remains of the brooch consist of the head and bow. The spring, pin and catchplate are missing.  The head is comprised of a broadly oval flat plate. The lower edges of the plate at the reverse curve upwards slightly to form an enclosed semi circular cell. The bow protrudes from the lower section of the flat plate and is sub rectangular in section and curved in profile. The upper part of the flat plate possibly once extended into a loop as seen on other illustrated examples. …
Created on: Tuesday 24th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 31st January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D651F5
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete lead alloy possible model for a trumpet style brooch, dating from 75 to 175 AD. Around 25% of the possible model is present, consisting of the head. The head is conical and tapers to a point. The base is recessed with a depression at the centre.  It measures 15.4 mm in length, 9.6 mm wide and 8.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.1 g. The possible model is a dark grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in damage to the original surface. The shape of the artefact is consistent with that of a head of a t…
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-D3DB7E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius, probably of Commodus (AD 180-192), perhaps dating to the period c.AD 190 (Reece period 9). Unclear reverse type possibly depicting Genius standing left holding cornucopia and sacrificing over an altar to left. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC III no. 561 for a similar reverse type.  Diameter: 27.4 mm Thickness: 4.7 mm Weight: 17.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 11th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-57EFCE
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Roman brooch of the Wirral type dating to c.AD  75-200. Around 50% of the brooch is present, with the foot, headloop and pin missing. It presents a stepped head the top of which would have connected to the now missing headloop. On the reverse of the head is the hinge mechanism which still retains the upper portion of the pin. From the base of the head stretches the bow which begins in a slightly rounded arch that then curves inwards and tapers to a narrowed end with an ornately rounded foot. The upper portion of the bow is decorated with …
Created on: Wednesday 4th January 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F276EA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus, probably of Galerius (AD 293-311) and dating to the period c.AD 305-307 (Reece period 15). GENIO POPVLI ROMANI reverse type depicting Genius standing left holding patera and cornucopia. Mint of Trier. cf. RIC VI, p. 207, no. 652b. Diameter: 27.4 mm Thickness: 2.0 mm Weight: 7.9 g
Created on: Tuesday 6th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 7th December 2022
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Record ID: WMID-5FDF08
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An almost complete Roman Colchester derivative brooch of Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4.a, flat wing ends type), dating to AD 75-200. The wings are semi-cylindrical in plan with pierced wing/end caps intact. The end caps extend slightly beyond the diameter of the wings. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. At the reverse of the head is a groove which retains the spring. The spring has an external chord, and four coils to the left of the pin, five coils to the right. One of the coils is missing on the left side of the spring. A rearward facing …
Created on: Thursday 17th November 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 20th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-4E07EE
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A incomplete enamelled harness fitting of probable late Iron Age dating (100 BC to 100 AD). The harness fitting is an irregular shape, almost comma shaped, with a rounded head and a squared tail. The upper surface is flat, with five panels of enamel decoration. The rounded head has three enamel panels, each a lentoid or pointed oval shape, creating a triskele shape between them. The remaining two panels of enamel are sub triangular in shape, continuing down the length of the 'comma' tail'. The edges are bevelled.  The reverse of the tail has a curved recess …
Created on: Wednesday 16th November 2022
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-43D954
Object type: SOCKETED AXEHEAD
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A Complete copper alloy (bronze) socketed axe of Sompting type and of Early Iron Age dating (c. 800-600 BC) The axehead is complete (with an overall length of 123.3 mm and a weight of 386.4 g). The mouth is sub-rectangular (45.0 mm long and 41.9 mm wide). The socket is rectangular (29.2 mm wide, 28.0 mm long and 95.8 mm deep).  The mouth moulding has a well-defined rectangular step (9.7 mm long) with a prominent step to the face. The oval sectioned loop springs from the moulding (13.4 mm wide, 4.9 mm thick and 26.6 mm long). The sides are straight before widening to a m…
Created on: Wednesday 28th September 2022
Last updated: Thursday 15th December 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2C66B7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver Roman denarius of Hadrian (AD 117-138), dating to the period c.AD 129-130 (Reece period 6). IVSTITIA AVG P P, COS III reverse type depicting Justitia seated left holding patera and vertical sceptre. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC II.3, p. 145, no. 1033 but with left facing bust and therefore an addition to the RIC catalogue as RIC II.3, no. 1033A (R. Abdy, pers. comm.) Diameter: 17.7 mm Thickness: 2.5 mm Weight: 2.9 g
Created on: Tuesday 27th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 27th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-F1E0AD
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy trumpet-style brooch, of the Roman period (AD 100-200. The head and upper part of the bow are intact. The loop, pin, spring, foot and catchplate are all missing.  The head is circular in shape, with a single spring loop on the back. The head continues downwards into the bow. A single vertical ridge runs down the length of the bow. A swelling is present at the mid point with a horizontal groove above and below. Beneath the swelling, the remains of the bow have a triangular cross section, with each side bevelled. The remains of a vertical catch…
Created on: Monday 12th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9C1A13
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy (bronze) copper-alloy Primary / Early phase Group III palstave of Middle Bronze Age dating (1500-1300 BC). The object has a single midrib visible on both faces. The blade of the palstave is sub-triangular in plan, with convex expanding sides, and a convex cutting edge. The cutting edge is slightly damaged, but appears to be symmetrical. The cutting edge measures 49.9 mm in width and is 2.4 mm thick. The blade has a length of 90.0 mm. In profile the blade is sub-triangular with the widest section being before the stop ridge. It measures 25.4 mm&n…
Created on: Thursday 8th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 13th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-7485C3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A worn copper-alloy Roman as, probably of Faustina II (AD 147-175), dating to the period c.AD 161-175 (Reece period 8). Probably SAECVLI FELICIT, S C, reverse type depicting a Throne (pulvinar), draped and ornamented, on which are two baby boys, Commondus and Antoninus, seated face to face. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC III no. 1666. Diameter: 23.7 mm Thickness: 2.9 mm Weight: 5.0 g
Created on: Tuesday 6th September 2022
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-722C07
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman nummus of Diocletian (AD 284-305), dating to the period c.AD 302-305 (Reece Period 15). GENIO POPVLI ROMANI reverse type depicting Genius standing left, holding patera and cornucopiae. Mint of Trier. Diameter: 25.0 mm Thickness: 2.5 mm Weight: 4.7 g
Created on: Tuesday 6th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 6th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-71DF8C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337), dating to the period c.AD 324-330 (Reece period 16). PROVIDENTIAE AVGG reverse type depicting a camp gate with two turrets, a star above. Mint of Trier.  Diameter: 17.6 mm Thickness: 2.0 mm Weight: 2.1 g
Created on: Tuesday 6th September 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 6th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-523C84
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Polden Hill style brooch, of mid to Late Roman dating (mid 2nd to 4th Centuries). Around 75% of the brooch is present, with the pin missing and the foot incomplete. The brooch has cylindrical wings, with a pierced wing cap, slightly bigger than the wings. Shoulder ridges are present between the bow and the wings. A rearward facing hook is situated at the top of the head, this still retains part of the spring. The spring is still contained in the recess behind the wings. 8 coils on the spring can be counted. The front of the bow has a triple raised rib in th…
Created on: Monday 18th July 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 20th July 2022
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Record ID: WMID-016E43
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete Roman Colchester derivative brooch of Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4.g, flat wing ends type), dating to AD 160-200. Around 75% of the brooch is present, with the spring and pin missing. The wings are semi-cylindrical in plan with pierced wing/end caps intact. The end caps extend slightly beyond the diameter of the wings. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile. At the reverse of the head is a groove which would have retained the spring. A rearward facing hook is incomplete at the top of the bow, this would have held part o…
Created on: Thursday 14th July 2022
Last updated: Thursday 15th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2BA448
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy radiate, probably of Allectus (AD 293-60 (Reece Period 14), probably Fortuna or Salus seated left. Mint unclear. Diameter: 16.1 mm Thickness: 2.0 mm Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Monday 4th July 2022
Last updated: Monday 4th July 2022
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Record ID: WMID-4EBCBD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman radiate of Claudius II (AD 268-270), dating to the period c.AD 268-270 (Reece perido 13). VICTORIA AVG reverse type depicting Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm. Mint of Rome. cf. Normanby no. 719. The coin is poorly preserved and may be irregular. Diameter: 14.7 mm Thickness: 2.1 mm Weight: 1.1 g
Created on: Wednesday 18th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 18th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-4E7CDB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver Roman denarius of Trajan (AD 97-117), dating to the period c.AD 103-111 (Reece period 5). COS V P P S Q P R OPTIMO PRINC reverse type depicting Arabia standing left holding branch and cinnamon sticks, camel at feet to left. Mint of Rome. RIC II, p. 253, no. 142. Diameter: 20.0 mm Thickness: 1.7 mm Weight: 2.5 g
Created on: Wednesday 18th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 18th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-3AD874
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver Roman denarius of Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161), dating to the period c. AD 148-149 (Reece Period 7). COS IIII reverse type depicting Aequitas standing left holding scales and cornucopiae. Mint of Rome. RIC III, p. 48, no. 177d. Diameter: 17.9 mm Thickness: 2.2 mm Weight: 2.4 g
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-23AF8D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A plated contemporary copy of a silver Roman denarius of Tiberius (AD 14-37), dating to the period c.AD 14-37 (Reece period 1). PONTIF MAXIM reverse type depicting Pax or Livia seated right holding branch and sceptre. Prototype of the mint of Lyon, cf. RIC I (2nd ed.), p. 95, no. 30 for the type. Diameter: 18.6 mm Thickness: 2.0 mm Weight: 2.0 g
Created on: Monday 16th May 2022
Last updated: Monday 16th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-436A3D
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy terret ring or harness fitting of the Late Iron Age to Early Roman period, dating from c. BC 150 - c. AD 100. The ring is circular in plan and broadly circular in section. It is convex on the outside edge and flattened slightly on the inner edge. The ring is heavily abraded all over the surface, but abrasion is less on the inner edge. There is no further decoration on the surface of the object. The object has an external diameter of 23.3 mm and an inner diameter of 11.3 mm. It has a thickness of 6.9 mm and the band is 5.5 mm …
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2022
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-42FE18
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete harness fitting: skirted terret type of Roman (AD mid-1st century and mid-2nd century) dating. Less than 50% of the terret ring is present, with most of the ring missing and part of the skirt being incomplete. The upper loop is incomplete with a flat cross section. The base of the loop expands and in width and sits on an integral skirt. The skirt on such terret rings are normally lozenge shape in plan with the two terminal corners being upturned, and the side corners are downturned, neither of these terminal corners are present. The edges of the break…
Created on: Wednesday 30th March 2022
Last updated: Thursday 29th December 2022
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Record ID: WMID-07BCF5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete medieval silver penny of John (1199-1216), Class 5b (North 970) dating to the period c.1205-07, moneyer: Iohan, mint: Kings Lynn . Ref: North vol 1, p 221. The coin has been bent/folded in half with the reverse showing. Diameter: 18.3 mm Width: 9.1 mm Thickness: 2.1 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 15th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 27th June 2023
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Record ID: WMID-50D6F2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A corroded (possibly plated?) silver Roman denarius of Trajan (AD 98-117), dating to the period c.AD 114-117 (Reece period 5). Reverse type depicting Virtus, helmeted, in military dress, standing right, left foot set on helmet, holding vertical spear reversed in right hand and upright parazonium in left. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC II, p. 269, no. 355. Diameter: 19.1 mm Thickness: 2.2 mm Weight: 2.3 g
Created on: Tuesday 22nd February 2022
Last updated: Monday 21st August 2023
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Record ID: WMID-E8178E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Marcus Aurelius as Augustus (AD 161-80), probably dating to c. AD 170-172 (Reece Period 8) Probably IMP VI COS III, S C, reverse type depicting Victory standing right, placing shield, inscribed VIC GER, on palm-tree. Mint of Rome. RIC III, nos. 1001, 1029. Diameter: 29.4 mm Thickness: 4.5 mm Weight: 16.0 g
Created on: Monday 24th January 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
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Record ID: WMID-69F875
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete and corroded silver Roman denarius, probably of Antoninus Pius (AD 138-161), dating to the period c.AD 138-161 (Reece period 7). Unclear reverse type. Mint of Rome. Diameter: 16.9 mm Thickness: 2.3 mm Weight: 1.6 g
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-69D3B8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Gallienus (AD 253-268), dating to the period c.AD 260-268 (Reece period 13). PAX AVG reverse type depicting Pax standing left holding branch and transverse sceptre. Mint of Rome. Cunetio no. 1193. Diameter: 21.4 mm Thickness: 1.8 mm Weight: 3.0 g
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-69B60C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Roman radiate of unclear type, dating to the period c.AD 260-296. Unclear reverse type depicting a walking figure right (possibly Sol or Oriens?). Unclear mint.  Diameter: 19.1 mm Thickness: 2.1 mm Weight: 2.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-69985B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Tetricus II (AD 272-274), dating to the period c.AD 272-274 (Reece period 13). Probably SPES PVBLICA reverse type depictign Spes walking left holding flower and skirt. Gallic Mint I. cf. Normanby no. 1526. Diameter: 19.0 mm Thickness: 1.8 mm Weight: 1.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 18th January 2022
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-9D93D2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy contemporary copy of a sestertius of Hadrian (AD 117-38), dating to c. AD 120-38 (Reece Period 6), possibly [MONETA AVGVSTI S] C, Moneta standing left, holding (scales?) and cornucopiae. Prototype Mint of Rome; date of issue of prototype, c. AD 120-1. RIC II.3, p. 106, cf. no. 432. Contemporary copies of base metal coins of Hadrian are rare. Diameter: 29.2 mm Thickness: 3.7 mm Weight: 13.3 g
Created on: Wednesday 15th December 2021
Last updated: Thursday 22nd September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-2130EA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy radiate of Carausius (AD 286-93) (Reece Period 14), [PAX AVG], Pax standing left holding branch and vertical sceptre. Mint of London, L - // ML. RIC V, pt 2, p. 472, cf. no. 101. Diameter: 24.1 mm Thickness: 2.3 mm Weight: 3.6 g
Created on: Thursday 9th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2022
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Record ID: WMID-CFDA5A
Object type: SPEARHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A near complete leaf shaped spearhead of Late Bronze Age date (Ewart Park phase, c. 950 - 750 BC). The spearhead is 90% complete; an irregular tear is present along the mid-rib socket between the two blades. The overall shape of the spearhead is broadly leaf shaped, with a 'flame shaped' blade. Two circular peg holes are present, one on either side of the socket. These have an internal diameter of 6.1 mm. The base of the socket is circular and has a depth of 123.7 mm. Blade facets are visible along the edge of the blades on the undamaged side. The spearhead is a dark brown to mid gree…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-CCE8BC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy sesteritus of Hadrian (AD 117-38), probably dating to c. AD 118-20 (Reece Period 6), probably [PONT MAX TR POT COS (DES) III; ANNONA AVG]; S [C], Annona standing left holding corn ears and cornucopiae; [to left, modius; to right prow of ship). Mint of Rome. RIC II.3, pp. 89 and 92 / pl/ 63, cf. nos. 178 and 233. Length: 30.8 mm Width: 30.3 mm Thickness: 4.1 mm Weight: 12.9 g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-CC18C0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A heavily corroded copper-alloy coin of unclear date, possibly a core of a plated Iron Age stater (c.100 BC-AD 43), although a later date range into the Roman period, c.AD 43-260 cannot be ruled out entirely. Both faces are illegible and have suffered from extensive corrosion. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 2.9 mm Weight: 2.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-8FD5D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An clipped medieval Irish silver penny of Richard III (1483-85), 'cross and pellets' coinage, mint: Dublin (Spink S6410). Ref: Spink 2003: 138; Mac Conamhna 2017: 120-22.  Diameter: 12.5 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 0.4 g
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-519313
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of unclear Emperor, probably a contemporary copy of a coin of Victorinus (AD 269-271) or Tetricus I (AD 271-274), dating to the period c.AD 275-285 (Reece period 14). Reverse type depicting a standing female figure left, possibly Salus feeding a snake rising from an altar? Unclear mint prototype. Diameter: 15.9 mm Thickness: 2.6 mm Weight: 2.7 g
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-699718
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete silver penny of William I 'The Lion' of Scotland (AD 1165 to AD 1214), third coinage (Short Cross and Stars), Phase B, bust III (Spink S5029) dating to c. 1205 and c. 1230. A star of five points in each quarter of the reverse giving a total of 20 points. Moneyers: Hve Walter. Mint: Edinburgh, Perth or Roxburgh. Ref: Spink 2015, pg 14. Diameter: 18.2 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.3 g
Created on: Monday 25th October 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 27th October 2021
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Record ID: WMID-693BCF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete medieval silver cut halfpenny of William I (1066-87), 'Canopy type' (North 843, BMC iii), dating to the period c.AD 1070-72, mint and moneyer uncertain (possibly mint: Worcester, moneyer: Baldric; moneyer's name ends DRIC, see below for discussion). Ref: North 1994: p191. The coin is incomplete, missing a fragment from one end. Length: 15.1 mm Width: 9.5 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 0.5 g The attribution of this coin to the Worcester moneyer Baldric (or Balderic) is not certain. The surviving part of the coin appears to read [ ]DRIC O[ ] indicating…
Created on: Monday 25th October 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 18th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-C6E85D
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends type, West Midlands), Mackreth 2011, 4.i2. Plate 48. It is dated AD 80-120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of the head, bow,and wings. The foot, swing, catchplate and pin are missing, presumably lost in antiquity. 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 sub-cylindral wings projecting from either side at the top. A rear ward facing hook is presen…
Created on: Wednesday 30th June 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 4th October 2022
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Record ID: WMID-9C23EB
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A coin hoard consisting of eight coins of Henry V and Henry VI, with a probable terminus post quem of 1430. The coin hoard consists of one noble, six groats and one penny. The majority of the groats were minted in Calais. Coin No Denomination Material Ruler Date Obverse inscription Reverse Inscription Mint Mintmark Diameter (mm) Weight (g) North No 1 Noble Gold Henry V 1413-1422 hE…
Created on: Monday 28th June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
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Record ID: WMID-070FE1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver Roman radiate of Philip I (AD 244-249), possibly dating to the period c.AD 245 (Reece period 12). [...TR P] II COS P [P] with unclear reverse type. Probably mint of Rome. Diameter: 20.4 mm Thickness: 1.4 mm Weight: 0.7 g
Created on: Monday 21st June 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 5th October 2021
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Record ID: WMID-D021B3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete silver cut halfpenny of Alexander III of Scotland (AD 1249 to AD 1286), first coinage (voided long cross and stars), uncertain type (probably class IIId based on curule letter X) dating to the period AD 1250 to c. 1280. Mint: Berwick or Dun. Moneyer: Robert or Walter. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 0.6 g
Created on: Thursday 13th May 2021
Last updated: Monday 22nd November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-A7062B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman nummus probably of Helena (AD 324-341), dating to the period c.AD 337-340 (Reece period 17). Probably PAX PVBLICA reverse type depicting Pax standing left holding branch and transverse sceptre. Unclear mint. Length: 10.2 mm Width: 12.7 mm Thickness: 1.8 mm Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 11th May 2021
Last updated: Monday 22nd November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-29CB0B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete Late Iron Age to Early Roman copper alloy Aesica or Rosette brooch dating to the period c. 20 BC - AD 60. The pin mechanism and part of the catchplate are missing. The head exhibits C-shaped wings which would have housed the sprung pin mechanism, now missing. The bow arches back from the head, arching downwards to a base in the centre of the rosette-shaped back plate. It exhibits a central longitudinal ridge. The oval central disc is cast in one piece with the bow, the foot and the case housing the spring. The oval disc has five concentric circles as decoration. The fo…
Created on: Wednesday 5th May 2021
Last updated: Monday 22nd November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-28E480
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Roman trumpet brooch dating to c.AD 110-350. See Mackreth (2011) TR 2.2d Plate 87 no.9991. The brooch is comprised of a triangular sectioned head that is marked by a central arris which spreads to form a shallow head. Integral to the top of the head is a complete circular headloop that is 6.2mm in internal diameter. Below the headloop on the reverse is the double lug for pin attachment. Only one lug remains, projecting 3.4 mm from the reverse of the head. The front tapers into a narrow bow. No surface decoration is visible. The bow terminates just below…
Created on: Wednesday 5th May 2021
Last updated: Monday 22nd November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-95AFA1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver Roman denarius of Julia Domna (AD 193-217), dating to the period AD 196-211 (Reece Period 10). CERERI FRVGI reverse type depicting Ceres seated left holding corn ears and torch. Mint of Rome. RIC IV.1, p. 166, no. 546. Length: 12.4 mm Width: 12.0 mm Thickness: 2.5 mm Weight: 0.7 g
Created on: Wednesday 28th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 28th April 2021
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Record ID: WMID-7EBC2A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Roman decorated trumpet brooch, dating to circa AD 100-250. The brooch is almost complete apart from the missing pin and spring mechanism. The brooch is an inverted 'L' shape in profile and the bow tapers from an oval head to a circular foot knop. At the reverse of the head are the remains of a perforated lug that would have held the spring in place. The reverse of the head is broadly oval. At the reverse of the lower bow are the remains of the catch plate that extend from the upper moulded collar to the lower moulded collar above the foo…
Created on: Tuesday 27th April 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-7DD405
Object type: SPEARHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy, tip from a spearhead, probably of Middle Bronze Age period, dating from c. BC 1500 to c. BC 1150. The object is broadly triangular in plan and broadly lozenge shaped in cross section. The object has a rounded point at the top, which seems to have sustained some damage. From the point the sides of the object taper out, ensuring the object is wider at the base. There is a central raised ridge running vertically down the middle of the spear head, this appears on both sides. There is an old horizontal break at the base of the object, probably indicating th…
Created on: Tuesday 27th April 2021
Last updated: Sunday 6th June 2021
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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-8A6B71
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete, copper alloy, Colchester derivative, Polden Hill brooch, dating to c. AD 120-240. Mackreth (2011), Part 3, page 74, 4.i. Around 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow and part of the wings. The axis bar, spring, pin, much of the bow, and the catchplate are all missing. The brooch has short, semi-cylindrical wings. The bowhead is rounded rather than humped. A lug, which would have been a rearward-facing hook, is formed at the very top of the bowhead. The bow is decorated with a couple of raised vertical ribs, with a vertical groove down the outer …
Created on: Wednesday 10th March 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd November 2022
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Record ID: WMID-781362
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver penny of Alexander III of Scotland (AD 1249 to AD 1286), second coinage, class Mb2 (Spink S5054) dating to the period AD 1280 to AD 1292. Four mullets of six points (24 points in total) on reverse. Ref: Spink 2015, pg 19. Diameter: 19.2 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 9th March 2021
Last updated: Monday 29th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-526DBD
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, with the pin 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. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. A rearward facing hook is located at the back of the head. The bow have been decorated with two n…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd February 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 24th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-ACAECA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval silver penny of Henry II (1154-89), Cross-and-Crosslet (Tealby) type, Class F1 (North 961/1) dating c. AD 1174-80, moneyer: Willem, mint: Newcastle. Ref: North 1994: 217; Crafter 1998: 49. Diameter: 20.1 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.3 g
Created on: Wednesday 3rd February 2021
Last updated: Thursday 4th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-95A09D
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast copper alloy (bronze) flat axe of Early Bronze Age dating (c. 2350 BC to c. 2050 BC). The flat axe is broadly sub rectangular in shape with an incomplete rounded shaped blade. In profile it is broadly lentoid, with tapering edges. The butt is relatively thin having a narrow rounded profile; the width at the butt is 8.8 mm (thickness: 2.5 mm). The sides of the axe gently expand in width from the butt to the blade; in shape they are relatively straight. The axe is thickest at the mid point (5.6 mm), with no sign of a proto stop ridge. The side…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd February 2021
Last updated: Saturday 16th March 2024
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Record ID: WMID-547C7B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete Colchester derivative, Polden Hill type brooch of Roman dating (Mackreth 2011, Part 3, Group 4.a-4.b, Plate 46, AD c. 90-130). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of bow and wings. The pin, spring and foot are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The copper alloy brooch has semi-cylindrical wings. The wings are undecorated. The bowhead is hump-like in profile with a moulding on either side. The head and bow was probably undecorated. The bow is semi-circular in section and tapers to an incomplete foot. It measures 28.1 mm in length, 17.8 …
Created on: Saturday 30th January 2021
Last updated: Thursday 4th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-1BAADF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver Roman denarius of Vespasian (AD 69-79), dating to the period c.AD 71-73 (Reece period 4). AVGVR TRI POT reverse type depicting a Simpulum, sprinkler, jug and lituus. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC II (2nd ed.), p. 62, no. 43ff. Diameter: 17.9 mm Thickness: 2.7 mm Weight: 1.5 g
Created on: Sunday 3rd January 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 6th January 2021
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Record ID: WMID-1AE3E4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of unclear type dating to the period c.AD 41-260. Illegible reverse type. Unclear mint, probably Rome. Diameter: 31.7 mm Thickness: 4.9 mm Weight: 21.8 g
Created on: Sunday 3rd January 2021
Last updated: Monday 4th January 2021
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Record ID: WMID-589590
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of unclear type, possibly of one of the Antonine women(?), dating to the period c.AD 41-260. Unclear reverse type depicitng a standing figure left? Probably mint of Rome. Diameter: 29.3 mm Thickness: 4.6 mm Weight: 18.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 13th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 14th October 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7CD4DC
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete enamelled copper alloy probable strap fitting of Roman dating (1st to 3rd centuries AD). The probable strap fitting consists of a triangular loop set at right angles to the head of the fitting. The head has a rectangular base but is triangular in cross section, with an apex ridge. The base is slightly recessed. The head has been decorated with four rows of inlaid enamel cells. Along both lower edges, is a row of five triangles, pointing upwards. These cells are red in colour, suggesting probable red enamel. To either side of the apex, is a row of four white crescents, …
Created on: Thursday 27th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 1st December 2020
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Record ID: WMID-52B036
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a Roman silver denarius of unclear Emperor, probably dating to the c.1st-3rd centuries AD. Both faces are illegible. Unclear mint. Length: 14.8 mm WIdth: 5.3 mm Thickness: 1.9 mm Weight: 0.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 25th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 1st September 2020
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Record ID: WMID-3FAA99
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A corroded copper-alloy Roman sesterius of unclear ruler, possibly Antonine in date (c.AD 138-192), dating to the period c.AD 41-260. Unclear reverse type, possibly depicting Victory standing left. Probably mint of Rome. Diameter: 30.1 mm Thickness: 4.3 mm Weight: 18.1 g
Created on: Wednesday 12th August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-3F6D09
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A corroded copper-alloy Roman as or dupondius, probably of Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-180) as caesar, dating to the period c.AD 153-155 (Reece period 7). Reverse type probably depicting Minerva standing left holding owl in right hand, vertical spear in left, at feet a shield. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC III, no. 1317; cf. BMC IV, p. 328, no. 1960, p. 332, nos. 1985-1986. If of this type, this coin is likely to be a Coin of British Association as noted by D. Walker at the Sacred Spring in Bath, Walker, 1988: pp. 295, 298, nos. 363-374. Diameter: 22.9 mm Thickness: 3.5 mm Weight: 7.7 g
Created on: Wednesday 12th August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 12th August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-825322
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill (Mackreth 2011, Part 3, Group 5, flat wing type, Western Group), c.f. Mackreth 2011, 5.b4.Plate 50, of Roman dating (AD 70 - AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of an incomplete bow and wings. The foot, spring and pin are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. 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. The front of the bow ha…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Friday 5th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-7F34A9
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill (Mackreth 2011, Part 3, Group 5, flat wing type, Western Group), c.f. Mackreth 2011, 5.b4.Plate 50, of Roman dating (AD 70 - AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present consisting of an incomplete bow and wings. The foot, spring and pin are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. 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. The base of a rearward …
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-7C6A54
Object type: STEELYARD WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete bi-conical lead alloy steelyard weight, of Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). The weight is bi-conical with a pronounced median rib. An iron rod is present through the centre of the weight, visible at the top and bottom of the weight. Remains of an iron suspension loop are visible at the top. No decoration is present on the sides of the weight. It measures 34.2 mm in length and  21.5 mm maximum diameter. It weighs 54.9 g (1.94 oz). The weight is a light to mid grey colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough …
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-5B2D44
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver Roman denarius of Titus (AD 79-81) striking under Vespasian, dating to the period AD 77-78 (Reece period 4). CERES-AVGVST reverse type depicting Ceres standing left holding corn ears and poppy in right hand, vertical sceptre in left. Mint of Rome. RIC II (2nd ed.), p. 129, no. 974. Diameter: 17.8 mm Thickness: 2.4 mm Weight: 3.0 g
Created on: Saturday 1st August 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-5AF782
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy trumpet style brooch, dating to between AD 100 to AD 250.  Around 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of the head, bow and foot. The pin and pin rest are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The head is oval with a slightly concave back face; the upper edge has an upright fragmentary protrusion. The back face of the head has a semi-circular pierced lug, which is blocked by a fragment of the iron axis bar; below the lug there is short protrusion. The front face of the head has a cast decoration depicting a longitudinal central ridge and two la…
Created on: Saturday 1st August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
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Record ID: WMID-5793A8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver Roman Republican denarius of the moneyer M. Porcius Laeca, dating to the period c.125 BC (Reece Period 1). M.P[ORC]/[R]OM[A] reverse type depicting Libertas, crowned by flying Victory, in quadriga, right, holding reins and rod in left hand and pileus in right hand. Mint of Rome. As RRC no. 270/1 Diameter: 18 mm Thickness: 1 mm Weight: 3.29 g NB: Initially recorded from photographs submitted by finder during the Covid-19 lockdown period. Measurements and weights supplied by finder. Not seen in person by FLO.
Created on: Saturday 1st August 2020
Last updated: Monday 3rd August 2020
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Record ID: WMID-C4412D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete copper alloy nummus of Crispus (AD 317 to AD 326), dating to the period AD 321 (Reece Period 16), CAESARVM NOSTRORVM reverse type depicting a wreath enclosing VOT V. Mint of Arles. RIC VII, p. 260, no. 235. Diameter: 18.6 mm Thickness: 1.7 mm Weight: 2.1 g
Created on: Monday 13th July 2020
Last updated: Thursday 22nd April 2021
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