Record ID: WMID-AB9A23
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy jetton, issued by Hanns Kravwinckel II between AD 1586 and AD 1635, in Nuremberg of the rose/orb type. Obverse: *HANNS. KRAVWINCKEL.IN.NV. Three crowns and three lis arranged centrifugally around a central rose, all within an inner circle. Reverse: +GOTT.ALLEIN.DIE.EERESEI. An Imperial Orb surmounted by a cross pattee, within a double stranded trefoil, all within an inner circle. C.f Mitchiner 1988, p440, no 1527. Diameter: 20.9 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight:  0.7 g
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-AB7211
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy jetton, issued by Hans Krauwinckel II (master between AD 1586 and AD 1635), in Nuremberg, Germany. Obverse type: *HANNS.KRAVWINCKEL.IN. NVR; Three crowns and three lis arranged centrifugally around a central rose. Reverse type: *GOTES.SEGEN.MACHT.REICH; Imperial orb surmounted by a cross pattée within a double-stranded trefoil, all within an inner circle. C.f. Mitchiner, 1988, p 443-4, no 1553-73. Diameter: 21.5 mm Thickness: 0.7 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-AB55D7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy seal matrix of Post Medieval dating (AD 1550 to AD 1700). Less than 50% of the seal matrix is present, consisting of the base or die matrix only. The handle is missing. The die matrix is oval in shape, The upper surface creates a cone like shape, with no facets. The lower face is flat, with two reversed initials visible, with a vertical line separating them. The initials are L A. The seal matrix has 14.2 mm in length, 11.7 mm wide and 6.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The seal matrix is a mid dark green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. The …
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-994029
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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, foot and catchplate are missing.  The head has semi-circular wings projecting on either side, with semi-circular wing caps. No spring is present in the recess.  The upper section of the bows is decorated with a double vertical row of rectangular cells. No trace of surviving enamel is visible. Below the cells the bow has a moulded ‘V’ shaped knop. Below this the bow then gradually tapers to a da…
Created on: Tuesday 19th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 20th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-F0E86E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy possible African coin of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1700 to AD 1900. Edges of the probable coin exhibit layers. Obverse: Probable negro head facing left, hoop earring, hair tied back to the right. Reverse: unclear. Diameter: 18.2 mm Thickness: 3.6 mm Weight: 4.0 g.
Created on: Monday 11th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 20th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-B74EEA
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy pin of probable Roman dating (AD 43 to AD 410). Less than 50% of the pin is present, consisting of the head and part of the shank. The shank has a rectangular cross section. The head is conical, with a flattened circular top. The base of the head has facetted sides which continue into the shank. No collar is present at the base of the head. The shank is not straight but exhibits a curve towards the end. The break is patinated. It measures 30.0 mm in length. The head has a diameter of 9.0 mm and is 11.4 mm long. The shank is 2.6 mm wide by 2.1 mm thick.…
Created on: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-A326E0
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative (Polden Hill) brooch of Roman date (AD 80-120).  Around 50% of the brooch is present. The pin, spring, foot and catch-plate are missing.  The head has the base of the rearward facing hook still in place and the wings have perforated end caps. Semi-circular mouldings are at the sides of the head. The head and bow have two central vertical incised lines which is decorated with a repeating pattern of notches located along the centre of the bow. The lower bow and foot are undecorated. On the reverse of the hea…
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-A2D74A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative Polden Hill brooch of Roman date (AD 80-120). Only the head, two wings and bow remain. The right hand wing is partially remaining with the spring, pin, foot and catch plate missing. A semi-circular pierced end cap is present at the end of the wings. The bow head is slightly angular (comma shaped). Located at the reverse of the head is a broadly oval concave recess where the spring would have been held in place. The bow tapers from the head to a pointed damaged and incomplete foot. A vertical ridge runs the length of the b…
Created on: Monday 14th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-39F32B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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. The remains of a rearward facing hook Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the …
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-39D76E
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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 9th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-910730
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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. The centre of the bow has been decorated with a central vertical ridge. Ridges are present at the shoulders of t…
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8FF983
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy catch plate from a Brooch of Roman dating (AD 43 to 300). Less than 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of the catch plate only. The rest of the brooch is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The catch plate is triangular in shape, and has the lower part of the bow present. The folded rim is missing. It measures 21.6 mm in length, 3.6 mm wide and 8.5 mm thick. It weighs 0.8 g. The catch plate is a mid green colour with an even surface patina. Triangular catch plates are common to many different styles of brooch, mostly likely Roman in date.
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8F899C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver penny of Henry III (AD 1216 to AD 1272), dating to the period AD 1248 to AD 1250. Class III. Minted by moneyer Willelm, in either Canterbury or Carlisle mint. C.f. North, vol 1, p 226, no 986-988. Diameter: 17.8 mm Thickness: 0.9 mm Weight: 1.0 g.
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8E2B3D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy dupondius or As of uncertain Emperor, but of first to third century AD dating. Reverse type uncertain. Mint probably Rome.  Diameter: 30.1 mm Thickness: 3.5 mm Weight: 10.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8DEBFD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy radiate of Claudius II (AD 268-270) dating to circa AD 268-270 (Reece Period 14). LIBERT AVG reverse type depicting Libertas standing left holding pileus and vertical sceptre. Uncertain mint.  Diameter: 20.1 mm Thickness: 1.5 mm Weight: 2.6 g
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8C5E8B
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy half penny trade token, issued by Richard Whitmore of Stone in 1667. C.f. Williamson, Staffordshire, 72. p 1057. Diameter: 16.6 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 0.8 g
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-8C2667
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272 to AD 1307), probably dating to the period AD 1300 to AD 1305. Class 10cf. Minted at Canterbury. Coin has been doublestruck on the obverse. Diameter: 18.5 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 1.0 g.
Created on: Tuesday 1st August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-29D014
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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. A central ver…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-27FD4B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-27878E
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
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 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 brooch measures 39.5 mm in length, 11.7 mm in width across the head…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-274B9B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Polden Hill style brooch, of Roman dating (AD 60 to AD 120).  Around 50% of the brooch is present, consisting of a partial bow, one complete wing and one incomplete. The rest is missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The wings are cylindrical with a slot for the pin (now missing). No wing caps are present. The wings have been decorated with a double vertical groove. The bow is humped, and tapers to a blunt point. The bow has been decorated with a central vertical groove.  It measures 14.9 mm in length, 24.9 mm wide (across the wings) and 6.1 mm thi…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-24C70A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable Polden Hill brooch, of Roman dating (AD 80 to AD 120). Less than 25% of the probable Polden Hill brooch is present, consisting of part of the head and one wing. The wing is semi-cylindrical, with a semi circular wing cap on the end. The reverse of the head and the wing are empty.  It measures 13.6 mm in length, 18.4 mm wide and 12.1 mm thick. It weighs 2.7 g. The brooch is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface d…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2467A5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy bi-conical weight, of Medieval to Post Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1600). The weight has a rounded 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 34.0 mm in height and a maximum diameter of 18.8 mm. It weighs 35.9 g or 1.27 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.
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-23F776
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable casting jet from copper casting, of uncertain dating (2350 BC to AD 1800). The casting jet is conical in shape. The top surface is sub oval in shape, with a rounded edge, and a concaved surface. Below this, the jet narrows to a point, with slightly facetted sides. It measures 13.9 mm in length, 20.7 mm wide and 20.7 mm thick. It weighs 14.2 g. The casting jet is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original …
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-23DBAA
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete probable casting jet from copper casting, of uncertain dating (2350 BC to AD 1800). The casting jet is conical in shape. The top surface is sub oval in shape, with a rounded edge, and a concaved surface. Below this, the jet narrows to a point, with slightly facetted sides. It measures 14.8 mm in length, 17.8 mm wide and 13.3 mm thick. It weighs 6.2 g. The casting jet is a mid to dark green colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the origi…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-23A785
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy uncertain artefact of uncertain function and form, probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The artefact is cylindrical in shape. The ends are incomplete. Along the length of the body, are longituditual ridges, with possible zig zag decoration between them. It has a length of 19.5 mm, is 11.3 mm wide and 8.6 mm thick. It weighs 11.7 g. The artefact is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of some of the original surface detail.
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-2357D2
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy domed button of Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1600). Around 50% of the button is present, consisting of the domed head. The shank is missing. The domed head is undecorated apart from a concentric circle around the base of the head. The back is flat. A scar is present where the shank should have been. It has a diameter of 17.9 mm and is 11.2 mm thick. It weighs 11.1 g. The button is a dark green colour with an even surface patina. Some iron corrosion products are present on the surface.
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-232FA7
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy eight spoked wheel, probably from a toy of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). Less than 25% of the wheel is present, consisting of the central hub and the remains of four spokes. There are scars around the midpoint of the hub indicating that there was originally eight spokes. The front of the hub is a raised conical area with a flattened top. Concentric circles decorate it at the top and the bottom. The reverse of the hub is flattened with concentric circles decorating it. Iron corrosion products in the centre indicate that the axle may have been …
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-22C0D8
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy uncertain artefact of uncertain function and dating, but probably Roman to Post Medieval (AD 43 to AD 1650). The object is flat, and irregular in shape. It is probably the left hand corner of an object, possibly a buckle frame. It has an openwork centre, consisting of a circle and an teardrop shape, now joined but originally separated by a bar. The outer edges of each shape are bevelled. The right hand edge is incomplete and is the broken edge of a circle. The outer edges are bevelled. The reverse is flat. It measures 21.7 mm in length, 24.6 mm wide and 3.1…
Created on: Thursday 27th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-A62F33
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete uncertain copper alloy artefact, possibly a spoon handle, of uncertain dating,possibly Roman (AD 43 to AD 410). Less than 25% of the possible spoon is present, consisting of part of the handle and potentially part of the 'dog-leg' junction between handle and spoon. The 'dog-leg' consists of two curved sections, with three points of potential contact to the bowl. The handle is rectangular and tapers to a blunt point. It measures 50.9 mm in length, 18.4 mm wide and 4.0 mm thick. It weighs 5.5 g. The artefact is a dark grey colour, with an even surface pat…
Created on: Friday 21st July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-7A9E3B
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy artefact of uncertain function and dating, but probably Post Medieval in dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The artefact is rectangular in shape, with a circular cross section. It has a circular terminal with a square central hole (internal diameter 6.3 mm by 5.8 mm), with a rectangular slot coming off one side. This end is hollow to a depth of 13.9 mm. The middle part is cylindrical, and then it curves down and flattens out. This terminal exhibits a patinated break. Lots of scars or V shaped removals are present all over the surface. It measures 35.4 mm in lengt…
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-7A6063
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy object of uncertain function and dating, possibly Roman to Post Medieval (AD 43 to AD 1800). The object is irregularly shaped, with a bulbous end and a narrow end. Patinated post-depositional damage has affected most surfaces. It measures 20.7 mm in length, 7.3 mm maximum width, and 2.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.5 g. The object is a mid green colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of the majority of the original surface. This object may be part of a Roman hair pin or brooch but …
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-7A2413
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy probable pendant of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The probable pendant is sub square in shape and flat. It has a circular suspension hole towards the top of the probable pendant, orienting the square as a lozenge. This has an internal diameter of 4.8 mm. Both faces bear inscribed decoration either as diagonal 'rays' or as a grid design. No rim is present around the edge. It has a length of 26.2 mm and is 25.7 mm wide. It is 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 8.3 g. The pendant is an off white to light grey colour with an even surface pat…
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-79D230
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete curved copper alloy fragment of uncertain dating but probably Post Medieval (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The fragment is sub rectangular in shape, and is convex. Both long edges are complete, the other edges incomplete with post-depositional patinated breaks. A rim is present along both long edges. Both upper and lower surfaces are smooth. The curvature is consistent with a 1 cm rim diameter and 50% of the rim is present. It measure 11.3 mm in length, 16.1 mm wide and 4.6 mm thick. It weighs 3.9 g. The fragment is a dark green colour, with an even sur…
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-791387
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete curved copper alloy fragment of probable Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The fragment is sub rectangular in shape, and is convex. The lower edge is complete, the other edges incomplete with post-depositional patinated breaks. A rim is present along the lower edge. The outer surface is smooth, the inner rough and unpolished. The curvature is consistent with a 3 cm rim diameter and 20% of the rim is present. It measure 13.5 mm in length, 19.2 mm wide and 2.9 mm thick. It weighs 2.9 g. The fragment is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina.  The…
Created on: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-67DBA1
Object type: SPEARHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy socketed spear of Middle to Late Bronze Age dating (c. 1500 to 800 BC). The fragment is sub rectangular in shape, with a slight lentoid cross section. A central rib runs vertically on both faces. Not much survives of the wings, or of the tip. Old, post-depositional breaks are present along each edge.  The fragment measures 17.9 mm in length, 12.1 mm wide and 2.8 mm thick. It weighs 1.8 g. The fragment is a dark green colour with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement while within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of the original …
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-66DE32
Object type: SOCKETED AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy (bronze) socketed axehead fragment, of Late Bronze Age dating (c. 950 BC to c. 750 BC) Less than 25% of the axehead is present, consisting only of part of the body, blade and the remnants of the socket. It is missing the top part of the axehead and the loop. It is sub rectangular in plan, with an straight but abraded cutting edge. The socket is sub rectangular in section. The depth of the socket from the edge of the break to the base of socket is 21.8 mm. The two long sides of the axe expand slightly along the length of the socket and te…
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-6690EE
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy (bronze) flat axe of Early Bronze Age dating (c. 2350 BC to c. 2050 BC). Less than 25% of the flat axehead is present, consisting of the butt of the axe head. The flat axe fragment is broadly sub rectangular in shape with a rounded butt. 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 26.8 mm (thickness: 2.7 mm). The sides of the axe gently expand in width from the butt to the midpoint; in shape they are relatively straight. …
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-664BDD
Object type: POWDER MEASURE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy powder flask cap or measure, of Post Medieval dating, circa AD 1600 - AD 1700. Approximately 95% of the cap is present, with a part of the rim, part of the wall and both suspension loops missing presumed lost in antiquity. It is trapezoidal in plan, and sub rectangular in cross section. Originally it would have been circular or oval in plan (as viewed from above). The comparatively thin sides (or walls) would have flared outwards towards the oval or circular mouth. The closed end or 'base' is sub circular (oval) in…
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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Record ID: WMID-661AAC
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy cuff link element of Post-Medieval dating (AD 1662-1700). 'Crown and Heart' Form 1, Type A (Lewis (2013). The object is sub-circular due to breaks across the upper portion. The outer edges are downturned. The button is decorated in relief with a design of a crown above two hearts on a crosshatched background. The back is flat with an integral attachment It has a diameter of 16.7 mm and is 4.9 mm thick. It weighs 1.0 g. The element is a mid to dark green colour with an even surface patina.  The design on this object is usually associ…
Created on: Tuesday 18th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th November 2023
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