Record ID: WMID-CE96A5
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy strap fitting or belt hook dating to the Modern Period (18th to 20th Centuries AD). The fitting takes a reverse 'S'-shape form in plan view and is plano-convex in section. The fitting is similar to those which take the form of a snake, for example ESS-E18BC0, but in this instance the terminals flair into knops rather than representations of a snake's head or tail. One terminal curves round to create an enclosed loop through which a strap is still attached. The strap comprises of a ribbon of copper alloy which has been riveted together. The ribbon has a len…
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Friday 22nd November 2019
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Record ID: WMID-D04632
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, cast copper alloy mount probably Post Medieval to Modern in date. The precise function of the mount is unclear although it is possibly from a piece of furniture. In plan view the mount comprises of a central triangular-shaped plate with openwork decoration below. The openwork decoration was clearly always asymmetrical although not all of the openwork survives. The damage is not new. In the centre of the triangular plate is a sub-square recessed field. Within the field are small knops formed from casting. One rivet hole survives to the right of the recessed field …
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-011C02
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver decorative mount, possibly for a book cover or box, of probable modern date, post 1750. The mount is made from sheet silver. It has an irregular shape in plan view, possibly representing two superimposed capital letters. Due to the highly stylized openwork design of the mount, it is uncertain if the design represents an 'H', 'E', 'I' or 'U' possibly referring to the owner's initials. The front of the mount is decorated with an engraved linear design. The design includes thicker, deeper lines, usually in groups of three, which follow the shape of the mount. The…
Created on: Tuesday 30th April 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 7th May 2013
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Record ID: WMID-6FD0B6
Object type: MEDAL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast pewter (white metal) medal commemorating 300 years since the death of Shakespeare, dating it to 1916. Approximately 85% of the coin survives as a result of old breaks. The medal would have originally been circular in plan and rectangular in section. The edges of the medal are now very ragged. One side of the medal shows a bare headed bust left, presumably a portrait of Shakespeare, within a roped border. The inscription reads WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE. The other side shows a sheild surrounded by wreaths with the outer inscription 300 BIRTHDAY OF THE IMMORTAL BARD. The su…
Created on: Monday 17th March 2014
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2017
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Record ID: WMID-CC5023
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy finger ring of probable Modern date, circa AD1800-1900. The copper alloy has a high tin content. The ring is in good condition, retaining its original form. A small residue on the inside of the ring suggests that it was originally silvered and both the inside and outside surfaces have areas of brown corrosion. The ring takes the form of a wide band which is rimmed on both edges. Within the recessed field formed by the protruding edges, is a moulded decoration comprising of two elephants facing each other with raised trunks with a ball suspended between the…
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-CC05A2
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete hand made twisted copper wire finger ring of probable Modern date, circa AD1800-1900. The ring is in fair condition although it is slightly contorted probably due to movement in the plough soil. The ring is formed of two copper wires of equal size that have been tightly twisted. The ends have been soldered together. The ring has a light yellow/orange colour and a shiny surface. Tarnish is present in the grooves of the twists. The ring has a maximum external diameter of 19.21 and a thickness of 1.31mm. It weighs 0.6g.
Created on: Tuesday 26th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
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Record ID: WMID-E7A613
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A modern reproduction of a double patard of Charles the Bold, Duke of Burgandy. The model would have dated from circa 1467-1474. The original obverse would have shown the Arms of Burgandy and the legend KAROLVS DEI GRA DVX BVRG CO FLA. The original reverse would have comprised of a arcuate cross fleurry with a mint mark at the centre and the legend SIT nOmEN DOmINI BENEDICTVm. An example of the original is recorded under reference LVPL-674702. The reproduction is complete and comprises of a copper alloy flan which has been silvered. It is immediately recognisable as a copy due …
Created on: Wednesday 27th February 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
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