Record ID: HESH-DBAE88
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Theodosius I (AD 379-395), dating to the period c.AD 388-392 (Reece Period 21), VICTORIA AVGGG reverse type depicting Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm. Mint of Arles. RIC IX, p. 69, no. 30d.  Weight: 1.04gms. Diameter: 13.39mm
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-A815AE
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A near complete cast copper alloy Roman Trumpet brooch of Group A, dating from AD 75 - 150. The bow of the brooch has an angular profile and an angular D shaped cross section. The bow tapers from a flared head to a flared bulbous foot knop. The head of the brooch is nearly complete, it is oval in plan, and tapers into the bow. The reverse of the head is concave and has a cast D shaped projecting bar which extends from the upper to lower edges of the reverse. This projection has a small circular hole through it and a wound wire spring / pin passes through it. The spring is com…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 3rd August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-41BA9D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman nummus of Constantine II (AD 317-340), dated to AD 330-336 (Reece period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type, depicting two soldiers standing either side of two standards. Mint unknown, as the coin is incomplete. The coin is covered in a black patina.
Created on: Tuesday 4th July 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-96A074
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper alloy radiate of Victorinus dating to AD 269-271 (Reece Period 13). SALVS AVG reverse type, depicting Salus standing left holding vertical sceptre and feeding snake rising from altar. The coin is covered in a black patina, with reddish patches. Some of the inscription has been clipped.
Created on: Monday 26th June 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-51BA34
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post Medieval silver threepence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603). Second issue, dated to AD 1579. N. 1988. The coin is worn and scratched, and it was clipped. Much of the bust and inscription are no longer visible.
Created on: Friday 5th May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Middleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3EC981
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Windsor and Maidenhead
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval silver long-cross penny of Edward I (AD 1307 - 1327). Class 10cf4, dated to AD 1301-1310, N. 1042/3. Mint of London. The coin is scratched and parts of the inscription are very worn.
Created on: Monday 10th April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shurlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-9BA5AE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver Medieval voided short-cross penny of John (AD 1199-1216). Class 5c, dated to AD 1207-1210. North 971. Moneyer Abel, minted in London. Coin cracked around the edges, the patina is full of pits.
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-85B987
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post medieval penny of CharlesI(ad1625-1649) The coin is clipped and cracked with a single piercing that has been punched through from the obverse at 9.0 oclock in front of the kings bust. Single pellet mm Group E or G dating to 1625-1649. The reverse legend appears to start at 6.0 oclock rather than 12.0 oclock. Diameter: 15.09mm  Weight: 0.45gms JJ North vol 2, page 163, ref 2272/2273
Created on: Monday 20th March 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Blacklands', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-53714D
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Roman phallic mount. The object is convex and 'T-shaped' in plan, the phallus itself being triangular in cross-section and its straight sides gradually converging towards the raised, moulded tip. At the other end, the testicles project at a right angle from either side of the phallus with an oblique grooves separating the rounded testicles from the base of the phallus. The reverse is concave, with a single square-sectioned pin at the centre. There remains  much of the white metal coating on the front of the object. Length: 33.24mm. &…
Created on: Saturday 28th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The paddock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-865E4D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver medieval long cross penny of Edward II (ad1307 - 1327) class 10cf5a1 (1309-1310)  Longcross reverse with 3 pellets in each angle, CIVI TAS CAN TO[R] .  Crowned bust facing, EDWARANGLD[NS]hYB Weight: 1.29gms.  Diameter: 19.01mm JJ North, vol 2, page: 32.  Reference: 1043/1
Created on: Wednesday 18th January 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-45A4E6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver early medieval early penny (sceat), Series H (Type 49) c.710-740 AD. Obverse: small moustached Woden face centrally with beaded outline surrounded by six bosses comprising pellets in annulets with a cross pommee below. Reverse: crested peacock displaying right with linear body, splayed feet, boss with central pellet above and below neck (Metcalf variety 2). . Weight: 0.88gms.  Diameter: 12.28mm
Created on: Sunday 15th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 14th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-41D0CF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval voided longcross cut quarter of Henry III (AD 1216-1272) class 3c/3d(1248-1250)  Moneyer possibly ION, uncertain mint Length: 8.83mm. Width: 8.51mm. Weight: 0.29gms JJ North vol 1, page 226, reference 988,988/1
Created on: Sunday 15th January 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2023
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Record ID: HESH-5D3DF6
Object type: AMULET
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A late Roman gold amulet case dating to circa AD 200-400. The object is formed from sheet metal rolled to form a cylindrical tube with two suspension loops. The tube is closed at both ends. The two suspension loops are formed from sheet metal that has been rolled to form a circular loop. The sheet metal for the loops has vertical moulded ribs. The body of the case has horizontal moulded ribs that extend along its length. On the opposing side to the suspension loops are two small spherical knops. These are surrounded by notched wire. One of the end caps is flat and smooth a…
Created on: Wednesday 4th January 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th September 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-CC6382
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval halfpenny of Edward I (AD1272-1307) class 10ab (1301-05) London mint. JJ North vol 2, Page 33, reference 1050 Diameter 15.41mm.  Weight: 0.69grms
Created on: Wednesday 28th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-C4949B
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Roman Colchester derivative(Polden Hill) brooch (AD  80-120). The spring and pin are now missing as is the catch plate The wings take the form of a cylinder capped with two perforated, oval wing caps and both sides are decorated with 4 incised and raised ribs inside which are a series of  diagonal linear lines. The bow projects from the front and centre of the wings, is rectangular in cross section and tapers down its length, maintaining the  rectangular cross section to it's narrowest point…
Created on: Wednesday 28th December 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 14th February 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-C45F30
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dating to the period AD 332-333 (Reece period 17). VRBS [ROMA] Plumed and helmeted bust left , reverse type depicting the she-wolf suckling twins with two stars above. Mint of Trier. As RIC VII, p. 215, no. 529.  Weight: 1.84gms.  Diameter: 16.30mm
Created on: Wednesday 28th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-C425E5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dating to the period AD 332-333 (Reece period 17). VRBS ROMA reverse type depicting the she-wolf suckling twins with two stars above. Mint of Trier. As RIC VII, p. 217, no. 542.  Weight: 1.94gms.  Diameter: 17.64mm
Created on: Wednesday 28th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-C3FD6D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper alloy nummus of Constantine II as Caesar (AD 323-337), dating to AD 323-4 (Reece Period 16). CAESAR NOSTRORVM reverse type depicting VOT X in wreath. Mint of Trier //STR  RIC VII, P 202, 433 Weight: 2.53gms.  Diameter: 20.25mm
Created on: Wednesday 28th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-B3F934
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Gallienus (AD 253-268), sole reign, dating to the period AD 260-268 (Reece period 13). SOLI CONS AVG reverse type depicting a winged horse right. Probably mint of Rome. Ric V, page 155, ref: 283 As Cunetio no. 1337. Weight: 2.03gms.  Diameter: 19.13mm
Created on: Tuesday 27th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-A0C7EC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337) dating to AD 322 (Reece Period 16). BEATA TRAN-QVILITAS reverse type depicting globe on altar inscribed VO//TIS/XX with three stars above. .STR. Mint of Trier. RIC VII, p.194, no.350 Weight: 2.30gms.  Diameter: 17.51mm
Created on: Monday 26th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-5BC440
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post medieval half groat of ElizabethI (AD1558-1603) Third issue, initial mark bell 1583 two pellets behind crowned bust. JJ North vol 2, page 137, reference 2016 Diameter: 17.03mm. Weight: 0.95gms
Created on: Friday 23rd December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-6D1162
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete medieval copper alloy seal matrix dating from AD 1300-1400. The seal matrix has a conical handle that is hexagonally faceted with a collar below a circular terminal with circular perforation. The die is oval and depicts a 'pelican in her piety', and shows a female pelican perching on the edge of her nest, pecking at her breast in order to draw the blood with which she feeds her three chicks in the nest below. The inscription which starts at the top and reads SVM PELLICANVS DEI (pelican of God). Similar seal matrix on the database are GLO-3FE814, …
Created on: Saturday 5th November 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-435411
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman radiate of Quintillus (AD 270), dating to the period c.AD 270 (Reece period 13). TEMPORVM FELI reverse type depicting Felicitas, draped, standing left, holding caduceus in right hand and cornucopiae in left hand. Mint of Siscia. RIC V.1, p. 246, no. 76var; cf. MER-RIC no. 1216 (https://ric.mom.fr/en/coin/1216) Diameter: 19.51mm. Weight: 213gms
Created on: Thursday 3rd November 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 13th December 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-000040
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dating to AD 330-331 (Reece Period 17). CONSTANTINOPOLIS reverse type depicting a Victory on the prow of a boat with sceptre and shield  -//TR.P. mint of Trier  RIC Vol VII, pg 217, no. 543.  Weight: 2.20gms. Diameter: 17.86mm
Created on: Monday 31st October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-FF9AC1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval cut quarter of Henry III(ad 1216-1272) class 5a: 1250-1256 voided longcross, 3 pellets in each angle. Moneyer: [RIC]ARD, uncertain mint. JJ North vol 1, page226, reference: 991/2 Weight: 0.34gms. Length: 9.84mm,  Width: 9.22mm
Created on: Monday 31st October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-E7ED63
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Constantine I (AD 306-337), dating to the period c.AD 319-320 (Reece period 16). VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP reverse type depicting Two Victories holding a shield inscribed VOT/P R, supported by an altar. Mint of London: -//PLN. RIC VII, p. 107, no. 157. Weight: 1.85 gms. Diameter of flan:  22.05mm. Coin width: 24.56mm
Created on: Sunday 30th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-695528
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval cut halfpenny of King John(ad1199-1216) class 5c-6b1 1205-1216, voided shortcross. RA[VLF on LV]NDE Weight: 0.55gms. Length: 17.52mm. Width: 8.76mm JJ North vol 1, page: 221/222,  reference: 971-975/1
Created on: Wednesday 12th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The Paddock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-71CC09
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval voided short cross penny of Henry III(ad1216-1272) class 7c, 1239-1242,  NICHOLE ON LVN JJ North, vol 1, Page: 223, Reference: 980 Weight:1.25gms. Diameter: 16.78mm
Created on: Friday 30th September 2022
Last updated: Thursday 21st September 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-B9AF0A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and cracked silver post medieval penny of Charles I(ad 1625-1649). 1625-1642 Tower mint, two pellets initial mark. Inner circle on obverse only.   Obverse:  [CARO]LUS D G MA [B F ET HI REX].   Reverse: IUS[TI]TIA [TH]RONUM FIRMAT JJ North vol 2, Pages: 162/163. Reference: 2261-2273 Diameter: 13.20 mm.  Weight: 0.35gms
Created on: Monday 23rd May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-3BA708
Object type: RING
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy ring of unknown date probably of later prehistoric Late Bronze Age or Iron Age date (1000 BC – 50 AD), however there is some possibility that it may date from the Roman period (50 – 410 AD). The ring is complete and is sub circular in plan and sub circular in cross section. It measures 39.91mm in diameter, is 8.33mm wide, and is 7.98mm thick. The internal hole has a diameter of 25.08mm. The ring weighs 31.16 grams. The ring is a mid brown colour with a well developed and heavily polished patina which covers all surfaces. There is no obv…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th January 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestrey', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-35629D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver late medieval penny of Henry VI (ad1422-1461). First reign, Rosette or Pinecone mascle 1427-1434, Calais mint.  […]\LA/CA[…]  saltire stop. JJ North vol 2, page 76/77. reference: 1450/1465 Weight: 0.64gms. Diameter:16.79mm
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-2C9746
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval Irish penny of Edward I(1272-1307). Late issue of 1297-1302.  Dublin mint.  EDVR/ANGLD,NSHYB, I ABOVE THE S.  EDVR appears to be an error by the die maker. Spink 2015, page 142, number 6264. Weight: 1 39gms. Diameter: 18.09mm
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
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Record ID: HESH-C08FD1
Object type: PIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Early Medieval cast copper alloy ball-headed pin head, 8th-9th century. Solid sub-spherical head decorated with five spherical bosses. one at the top and four equally-spaced around the middle. The majority of the pin is missing,with just a short stump of 2.56mm remaining Mid brown-green patina. Length 20.67mm, diameter of head (without bosses) 10.71mm, maximum width of head (including bosses) 19.29mm, weight 6.77g. There appear to be just two other Saxon pin heads of this solid ball-headed type on the PAS database:- DENO-3A4A54. NMS-3DDAA3
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-C05CC2
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy drop handle from a vessel dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c. AD 1270 -1600). The incomplete handle consists of a zoomorphic terminal end that is roughly in the form of a canine's head. It is sub-cylindrical in shape and has a defined snout with open jaws and abstract mouldings for the eyes and ears. Through the length of the terminal is a circular perforation that from the front is positioned between the open jaws of the canine's head. It has a mid green patina. Dimensions: Length 19.67mm; diameter 13.82mm; weight 12.3…
Created on: Wednesday 11th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The Paddock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-6CD541
Object type: ARROWHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete Early Bronze Age barbed and tanged flint arrowhead (2500-1500 BC) This arrowhead has been knapped from a pale brown / grey  coloured piece of flint. It is broadly sub-triangular in plan and lentoid in cross section.  It is broadly symmetrical in shape with one barb and the tang being complete. The other barb is broken close to the body of the arrowhead by a clean break or snap. Both the long sides of the arrowhead have been retouched to create sharp edges.  Similar flint barb and tanged arrowheads are associated with the Beaker phase of the Late / f…
Created on: Saturday 7th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-84804C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and heavily clipped silver late medieval penny of Edward IV, second reign(1471-1483) Archbishop Rotherham, York mint 1480-1483. Diameter: 14.67mm.  Weight: 0.49gms
Created on: Thursday 14th April 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-1E4BD7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  Medieval silver penny of Henry III (1216-1276), voided longcross, Class 3c, dating 1248-1250. Minted by minted by Nicole of Shrewsbury. JJ North vol 1,1994, p. 226, no. 988.  Diameter: 19.01mm.  Weight: 1.30gms
Created on: Saturday 9th April 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The Paddock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-23A3DA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn Roman copper alloy nummus of the House of Constantine (ad 307-361) dating to c. ad 330 - 348 (Reece period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers standing flanking two standards holding spears in outer hands.Unclear mint. Weight: 1.66 gms. Diameter: 17.19mm   
Created on: Wednesday 16th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-217A6B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman nummus of Crispus (AD 317-326) dating to the period AD 323-324 (Reece period 16). BEAT TR[ANQLITAS] reverse type depicting a globe on an altar inscribed VOT/IS/XX, three stars above. Mint of London. cf RIC VII, p. 114, no. 279. Weight: 1.40 gms. Diameter: 17.94mm
Created on: Wednesday 16th March 2022
Last updated: Thursday 17th March 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-1BEFCE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A broken silver post medieval half penny of Elizabeth I(1558-1603) Third issue without initial mark,1582-1603, obverse, no im, portcullis. Reverse, long cross moline with 3 pellets in each angle Weight: 0.25gms. Diameter: 9.62mm JJ North 1991, vol 2, page: 137,  reference: 2018
Created on: Wednesday 16th March 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aymestrey', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E6B6D5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A worn silver short cross penny of William I of Scotland (1165-1214 AD), third coinage (Short Cross and Stars), Phase A (Spink S5027) dating to the period c.1195-c.1205 AD. Moneyer: Raul. Mint: Roxburgh. Ref Spink: 2015, 14. Obverse: bust facing left, sceptre in front, LE REI W[ILAM]. Reverse: short cross and a six-pointed star in each angle. RA[…]ON:ROCE[…]. Weight: 1.61 gms Diameter: 19.12mm
Created on: Sunday 13th March 2022
Last updated: Monday 28th March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hadnall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-D2E116
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  cast lead alloy shot/ball of medieval date, probably for use in a hand cannon or mounted gun from the 15th century (possibly linked the war of the roses,and the battle of Mortimers Cross some 2.5 miles away). The surface is abraded, probably from movement in the soil by farm machinery and as such it is unknown as to whether it has been fired or not. There are lead shot/balls of 23mm in diameter that have been recovered from both Bosworth and Towton battlefields and this is the documented size of many of the handguns used at the time by English garrisons…
Created on: Wednesday 16th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-131E12
Object type: PALSTAVE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy palstave of Middle Bronze Age dating to the period c.1500-1300 BC.  Group I mid rib, Acton Park II. Weight: 432gms,  Overall length: 147.76mm, Blade width, 68.26mm, Thickness: 33.08mm
Created on: Friday 26th November 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pontesbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-39BC5E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn, delaminated and incomplete silver Roman denarius of Titus (AD 79-81) as caesar under Vespasian,  dating to the period c.AD 76 (Reece period 4). COS V reverse type depicting an Eagle standing on cippus, head left. Mint of Rome. RIC II (2nd ed.), p. 121, no. 861. Diameter: 18.42mm Weight: 2.21gms
Created on: Tuesday 16th November 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-868377
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete medieval copper-alloy and partially gilded heraldic horse harness pendant dating c. AD 1250-1400. The pendant is quatrefoil in form and broadly convex with a hollow reverse The object tapers from top to bottom. The front was decorated with blue enamel back ground on which there is a hunting scene that still has traces of gilding. The hunting scene is that of an archer standing to to one side of a tree and aiming a bow and arrow at an animal/bird on the other. The edge also shows some signs of gilding. The rear is undecorated, but also shows…
Created on: Tuesday 26th October 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke St Milborough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-859956
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  complete partly gilded gilded copper alloy book clasp of Howsam type A.9.2. (c. 1300-c. 1400 AD), the book fitting  consists of a rectangular 'box chape' or hollow plate, integral with a raised lozenge shape element from which extends a moulded zoomorphic terminal Attached to this is a free running copper alloy circular link to which remains a fragment of silver encirculing the link. At the attachment end, which is slightly flattened, there is a small copper-alloy domed rivet. The front of the box is engraved to form the letters: IhC (the sacred mon…
Created on: Tuesday 26th October 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 21st March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke St Milborough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-553515
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and abraded cast copper alloy Roman Colchester derivative style Polden Hill (dolphin) brooch dating to c.AD 80-120. The wings are short and tubular with a semi-circular cross section, the end caps are pierced and would have held an axis bar, now lost. The back of the head is open revealing a wide and deep socket where the spring mechanism would have once sat. This area is filled with iron staining and corrosions - possibly suggesting the spring was formed of iron wire. Both the spring and pin are lost. At the centre of the reverse of the head is a badly abraded projectin…
Created on: Sunday 24th October 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 26th October 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Condover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DB3B8D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An inscribed gold Iron Age stater of the Western Region (Dobunn), struck for EISV, dating to the period AD 20-43, 'EISV Tree' type. Struck on an oval flan Obverse: Tree symbol with pellet at base. Reverse: Triple-tailed horse right, wheel below, EISV above. Reference: ABC , p. 106, no. 2078; BMC (Hobbs) nos. 3039-3042, especially no. 3042. Weight: 5.28gms Length: 18.92mm Width: 17.52mm
Created on: Monday 18th October 2021
Last updated: Thursday 21st October 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bicton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-895A40
Object type: CLASP
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy folding strap clasp or buckle frame, of Medieval dating (c. AD 1350 to AD 1400). The clasp or buckle has an incomplete rectangular frame with an integrally cast anthropomorphic king's head design in high relief at one end. Although the facial features are worn, grooves visible on either side of the head represent hair, and the crown, now broken would have been perforated with two holes. The reverse of the fitting is hollow and has one surviving fragment of the arms, which would have formed the sides of the frame. The strap bar is missing. The clasp…
Created on: Thursday 14th October 2021
Last updated: Friday 15th October 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Condover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-811A77
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cracked silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307) class 3d (c. 1280) struck at the mint in London. Obverse: Crowned bust facing, EDW R [A]NGL DNS HYB. Reverse: Long cross dividing the legend with 3 pellets in each angle, CIVI/TAS/LON/DON. JJ North, vol 2, Page: 28, Reference: 1019 Weight: 1.06gms. Diameter: 18.24mm
Created on: Thursday 14th October 2021
Last updated: Friday 15th October 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-AEAEC4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A broken and incomplete post medieval gold half pound of Elizabeth I (1558-1603), 'Second Issue' (1561-82; North 1994; Spink 2520B), mint: Tower (London), initial mark: castle dating AD1570-72. Ref: North 1991: 134; Spink 2016: 260. Obverse: Crowned bust left (ear showing), ELIZABE[TH DG ]ANG FR ET HI REGINA. Reverse: Crown over shield of arms, ER to right and left, SCVTVM[FIDEI PR]OTEGE[T] EAM. The flan is broken or torn into several pieces, probably due to recent contact with farm machinery, at least one piece remains missing. The surface of the coin is scratched and …
Created on: Monday 4th October 2021
Last updated: Thursday 20th January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Condover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A074E7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A worn copper alloy Roman nummus of Diocletian (AD 284-305), dating to the period c.AD 298-303 (Reece period 15). SALVIS AVGG ET CAESS FEL KART reverse type depicting Carthage standing left holding fruits in both hands. Mint of Carthage. RIC VI, p. 427, nos. 29a/31a. Some evidence of a white metal coating still exists. Weight:5.75gms. Diameter: 26.76mm. Thickness: 2.32mm
Created on: Sunday 3rd October 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 5th October 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Condover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-48C119
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A gold Iron Age stater of the Western Region / Dobunni, dating to the period c.20 BC-AD 40, issued by Comux (c.AD 1-15?), Comuc Tree type. Obverse: Dobunnic tree symbol, pellet at base, on plain field. Reverse: Triple-tailed horse right with six-spoked wheel below, [C]OMVX (upside down) above. Diameter: 20.86mm. Weight: 5.23gms ABC, p. 105, no. 2054; BMC nos. 3061-3063.
Created on: Wednesday 29th September 2021
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Craven Arms', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-0C1828
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307) class 3g (1280-1281) Bristol mint. Obverse: Crowned bust facing crescent stops, EDWR' ANGL' DNS HYB. Reverse: Longcross dividing legend with 3 pellets in each angle, VILL/ABR/ISTO/LLIE JJ North, vol 1, page: 29, reference: 1022 Weight: 1.41 gms, Diameter: 19.54mm
Created on: Sunday 26th September 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 13th October 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-CE2D37
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Iron Age gold stater of the North Eastern region/Corieltauvi. Struck by Vepo, dating to circa AD 15-40. Vepo Triadic type. Obverse: wreath crossed by bar with crescent at each end, ring of pellets in each crescent. Reverse: Lunate horse left VEP[O] above [C]ORF below. ABC 1854. Weight: 4.73gms. Diameter: 19.06mm
Created on: Thursday 23rd September 2021
Last updated: Thursday 30th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-B7AAA5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and broken silver medieval penny of Edward II (AD 1307-1327) Class 11a2-b1 Durham mint (AD 1311-14). Reverse: Long cross dividing legend, 3 pellets in each angle, CIVI/TAS:/D[VREME] JJ North vol2, page: 36, Reference: 160/2 Weight: 1.18gms Diameter: 18.16mm
Created on: Friday 10th September 2021
Last updated: Friday 15th October 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-52A7BF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Venitian Soldino of Doge Leonardo Loredan (1501-1521). Obverse: LE LAV DVX S.M.V, Doge kneeling left receiving standard from St Mark. Reverse: LAVS TIBI SOLI, Christ standing facing, holding cross. Mint of Venice. Weight: 0.31gms. Diameter: 12.26mm
Created on: Sunday 5th September 2021
Last updated: Monday 6th September 2021
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Record ID: HESH-E44C06
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post medieval sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603). Second issue, dated to 1569 - initial mark: coronet. Intermediate bust 4B, ear showing. Obverse: crowned bust left, rose behind ELIZABETH DG ANG FR'. HI REGINA, Reverse: Cross-fourchée over royal shield; 1569 above: POSVI DM ADIVTOREM . MEV.' JJ North vol 2, page:134, reference: 1997 Weight: 2.93gms. Diameter: 26.24mm
Created on: Tuesday 31st August 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-E1E689
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver Denarius of Claudius (AD 41-54) Rome mint AD 46-47. Obverse: Laureate bust right, [TI CL]AVD CAESAR AVG.P.M.TR. P.[VI]•IMP•[XI], Reverse SPQR/ PP/ OB CS, in three lines inside oak wreath. Weight: 3.53gms: Diameter: 18.28mm
Created on: Tuesday 31st August 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-3D05BC
Object type: BOX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy weight-box lid of medieval date.The lid of the box is flat and circular, and is decorated on the outer surface with two pairs of incised concentric circles around a single, small central circle. The reverse of the lid is undecorated and flat. Two sub rectangular hinge loops project from opposite sides of the lid and are angled downwards. One loop has two perforations and the other a single perforation and still contains the remains of a pin. Weight boxes similar to the one that the lid belonged to held a set of nested cup weights of differing sizes and weights…
Created on: Monday 23rd August 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 24th August 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-3F058B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307) class 3g (1280-1282) Obverse: Crowned bust facing, EDW R ANGL DNS HYB crescent abbreviation mark after the R, New side fleur type on crown. Reverse: Long cross dividing the legend, CIVI/TAS/LIN/COL JJ North vol 2, page 29, reference 1022 Weight: 1.32gms. Diameter: 20.12mm
Created on: Friday 30th July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 31st August 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hopton Cangeford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-20A76E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy roman sestertius of Marcus Aurelius (AD 161-180), dating to the period c.AD 168-169 (Reece period 8). TR P[OT XXII/XXIII IMP V COS III], S C, reverse type depicting Aequitas seated left holding scales and cornucopiae. Mint of Rome. RIC III, pp. 290-291, nos. 960, 969. Diameter: 32.08mm, Weight: 20.78gms. Thickness: 4.68mm
Created on: Sunday 4th July 2021
Last updated: Monday 5th July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-208023
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A silver roman denarius of Hadrian (AD 117-138), dating to the period c.AD 121-123 (Reece period 6). P M TR P COS III reverse type depicting Roma seated left on pile of arms holding Victory and sceptre. Mint of Rome. RIC III.2, p. 112, no. 542. Weight: 2.64gms. Diameter: 18.48mm
Created on: Sunday 4th July 2021
Last updated: Monday 5th July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-C5E76C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped silver medieval short cross penny of Richard I (AD 1189-1204). Class 4a, c. AD 1194-1200, struck at the mint of York by the moneyer Everard JJ North, vol 1, page 220, reference 968/1 Weight: 1.03gms. Diameter: 17.16mm
Created on: Friday 18th June 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Smethcott', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-AAA252
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and broken silver penny of Edward III (AD1327 - 1377) Pre-treaty series C (1351 - 1352), Obverse: Crowned bust facing, EDWARDVS RE[X ANG]LI with reversly barred Ns and closed Cs/Es. Reverse: Long cross with three pellets in each angle, CI[VITAS] LONDON JJ North vol 2, page 50, reference 1149 Diameter: 18.02mm. Weight: 0.84gms
Created on: Saturday 5th June 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stapleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-94DAF5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn Post Medieval silver half groat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603); initial mark A, third issue (1583-1585). Obverse: crowned bust left with two pellets behind: E D G ROSA SINE SPINA. Reverse: Square shield over long cross fourchee. CIVITAS LONDON Diameter: 17.04mm. Weight: 0.89gms JJ North vol 2, page 137, reference: 2016
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hatton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3BCBCD
Object type: BLADE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy fragment from a middle - late bronze age sword, dirk or rapier (1400-750 BC). The form of the blade is uncertain having a flat spinal rib running down the centre, flanked by bevelled edges on both sides. The low nature of this central bevel best suggests it being of later BA date and being part of a sword blade. Due to the condition of the break, the blade appears to have been broken away from the main body in antiquity. Some of the original external surface remains showing a rich dark brown patina, whereas some has delaminated revealing some lighter shades of khaki an…
Created on: Sunday 30th May 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 1st June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Frodsley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3B5055
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver penny of Alexander III of Scotland (AD 1249 to AD 1286), second coinage, class Mc1 (Spink S5055) dating to the period AD 1280 to AD1292. On the reverse each quarter is formed of a mullet of six points (24 points in total). Also there is a die error on the reverse inscription where the E of REX is a C Ref: Spink 2015, pg 19. Diameter: 19.22 mm. Weight: 1.31gms
Created on: Sunday 30th May 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Frodsley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-112BEC
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post medieval lead alloy button(c. AD 1500- 1700). The head is conical in shape and sub circular in plan. It is decorated with eight raised ribs radiating from the apex. The radiating ribs are joined by four circumferential ribs. The rear of the object is flat and the suspension fitting is missing leaving a small raised area where it would have been joined to the main body. There is evidence of a casting seam on the rear of the object. It has a pale grey patina. A similar object can be seen in record YORYM-1B4108 Length: 30.66mm. Width: 28.26mm. Height: 13.54…
Created on: Friday 28th May 2021
Last updated: Friday 28th May 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Deerhurst', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-FF6170
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A folded silver medieval penny of John (AD 1199-1216). Class 5c-6b2 (c. 1207-1215). The coin is folded roughly in half, probably due to to contact with agricultural machinery. Reverse: Voided short cross, cross pommee in each angle, Reverse Inscription: +[A]BEL ON LUN[D]. Weight: 1.31gms. Diameter: 18.18mm. Width: 10.08 JJ North vol 1, page: 221-222, reference: 971-975/2
Created on: Thursday 27th May 2021
Last updated: Friday 28th May 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Deerhurst', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-C433AB
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but damaged lead alloy pilgrim's ampulla of medieval date (c.AD 1350-1550). The body of the ampulla is circular with an elongated rectangular neck extending from one edge. One upper corner of the neck is bent backwards and although both suspension loops are present, one is flattened against the main body. Both surfaces of the main body are decorated. One face bears a forward facing crowned bust in relief inside a wireline circle and a border formed of radial lines creating a feathered effect. The other face with a 6 petal daisy wheel with a border of opposite facing triangl…
Created on: Wednesday 12th May 2021
Last updated: Friday 18th June 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-FDA3FE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post medieval Irish copper-alloy 'gun money' shilling of James II (1685-1691 AD), probably 1690/91as only the16 is legible on the coin and minted in April at Dublin or Limerick. Obverse: IACOBVS II DEI GRATIA; laureate and draped bust left. Reverse: 16[--] . MAG . BR . FRA . ET . HIB . REX; Crown with two sceptres crossed behind, in each quarter XII//J/R//APR (XII = denomination). The outer edges have broken away and the coin is brittle. Weight: 4.07gms. Diameter: 25.18mm.
Created on: Monday 3rd May 2021
Last updated: Friday 28th May 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-FD4397
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A folded silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307) class 2b or early class 3 (1279-82). York Royal mint. The coin is folded in two and only part of the obverse is visible, [EDW R ANGL D]NS HYB. Reverse: Long cross dividing legend, 3 pellets in each angle, CIVI/TAS/EBO/RACI JJ North vol 2, page: 28, reference: 1014/1017 Weight: 1.36gms. Length: 19.38mm Width: 1084mm
Created on: Monday 3rd May 2021
Last updated: Friday 28th May 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-FCEC70
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman silver denarius of Domitian (AD 81-96), dating to the period c.AD 92-93 (Reece Period 4). Reverse: Minerva standing left holding spear IMP XXII COS XVI CENS P P P Obverse: Laureate bust right, inscription IMP CAES DOMIT AVG GERM P M TR P XII Weight: 2.62gms. Diameter: 19.02mm RIC II: 178
Created on: Monday 3rd May 2021
Last updated: Friday 28th May 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-D7FFB0
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A near complete Roman copper alloy Colchester derivative, Polden Hill style brooch (AD 120-240). The wings are complete with flat and pierced end caps and a decorative circumferential rib around the outer edge. The axis bar and part of the spring are present; the axis bar is formed from a length of copper alloy wire and holds the spring and pin in place. The spring and pin are also formed from copper alloy wire turned eight times and held in place by an external cord which is fixed to a rearward facing hook positioned at the midpoint on the upper edge of the reverse. This chord is…
Created on: Saturday 1st May 2021
Last updated: Monday 7th November 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-933222
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman Republican denarius issued by Mark Antony and Marcus Barbatius Pollio, dating to the period c.41 BC (Reece Period 1). [C]AESAR IMP PONT III VIR R P C reverse type depicting bare head of Octavian right. Travelling Mint with Mark Antony. As RRC, p. 525, no. 517/2. Diameter: 18.16mm. Weight: 3.5gms
Created on: Wednesday 28th April 2021
Last updated: Friday 30th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-87E5E0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a post medieval silver penny of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603) First issue cross martlet mintmark 1560-1561. Obverse: Bust left, E [D G ROSA SINE SPIN]A. Reverse: Square shield on long cross fourchee dividing the legend: [CIVI TAS] LON D[ON] JJ North: vol 2, page: 133, reference: 1988 Weight: 0.15gms. Length: 12.12mm. Width: 6.48mm
Created on: Thursday 15th April 2021
Last updated: Friday 23rd April 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-73BD3D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A cracked silver short cross cut halfpenny of William I 'The Lion' of Scotland (AD 1165-1214), third coinage (Short cross and Stars), Phase A or B, dating to c.1195-1230. Moneyer: uncertain but possibly a blundered reading of Walter or Hue Walter. Mint: uncertain but will be one of Edinburgh, Perth or Roxburgh. Obverse: bust facing left, sceptre in front, [WILLEm]VS REX. Reverse: short cross and a six-pointed star in each angle. Weight: 0.59gms. Length: 18.24mm. Width: 8.52mm.
Created on: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Last updated: Friday 23rd April 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-46C89D
Object type: HARNESS FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy terret ring dating from the late Iron age to early Roman periods, c. 50 BC -150 AD. The fragment consists of a projecting sub oval collar from which at one end protrudes part of the narrow rectangular strap-bar and at the other end a remnant of the main circular loop. Both of the broken ends are abraded and like the main body of the object have a mid green patina which would suggest the the break was made in antiquity. Terret rings were used as rein guides on chariots or carts used during the late Iron Age to Early Roman period. Weight: 9.61gms. Over…
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-431F61
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead or lead alloy weight of probable medieval date (1300 - 1550). The weight is broadly oval (sub-rectangular with tapering sides terminating in blunt points) in plan and cross section. On the upper point is an integral cast suspension loop which would have been circular in plan and oval in cross section but is distorted, probably from plough damage. The perforation / hole through the centre is also oval and again distorted. The body of the weight has a large central rib which extends from the upper edge to the base. The weight seems to be relatively undecorated. The …
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-379956
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn copper alloy Roman nummus, possibly of Carausius (AD286 -293) Obverse radiate bust right, Legend illegible. Reverse: possibly Pax standing. Weight: 1.72gms. Diameter: 19.12mm. Axis 5
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-3777ED
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A very worn copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Faustina II (AD 147-175), dating to the period c.AD 161-175 (Reece period 8). Probably DIANA LVCIFERA, S C, reverse type depicting Diana standing right holding transverse lighted torch in both hands. Mint of Rome. cf. RIC III, p. 344, no. 1630. Weight: 11.87gms. Diameter: 27.58mm Axis 7 oclock
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-020EDF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A clipped medieval silver penny of Edward II(AD1307-1327). Class 14(1317/18 - 19) Mint: Bury st Edmunds. Obverse: Crowned bust facing: EDWAR R ANGL DNS HYB. Reverse: longcross dividing legend, 3 pellets in each angle: VILL/SCIE/DMU/NDI Weight: 1.00gms. Diameter: 16.9mm JJ North vol II, page: 37, reference: 1065
Created on: Friday 9th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th April 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bitterley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-6C8B4F
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of Constantius II (AD 323-361) dating to the period AD 355-361 (Reece period 18). Possibly a barbarous copy. FEL [TEMP REPARATIO] reverse type, depicting a soldier spearing a fallen horseman. Weight: 0.95gms. Diameter: 12.58mm. Thickness: 1.38mm
Created on: Monday 26th October 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 27th October 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-F0DA3F
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester derivative, Polden Hill style brooch of Roman dating AD 75-175. The bow is angular and hump back, resembling a comma, with a moulded plate rising from the wings on each side, to mark the sides of the head and bow. The wings are heavily abraded and the pierced endcaps are lost the body of the bow remains, but the majority of the spring and pin, the catchplate and the lower bow / foot are missing, probably lost in antiquity. The spring originally would have been held by an external chord which fits through a pierced lug on the head. Four incised li…
Created on: Tuesday 20th October 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 14th June 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-F06422
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver milled threepence of James II (AD 1685-1688) dated 1687. Obverse: Laureate bust left, DEI.GRATIA JACOBUS.II. Reverse: Crown over III, MAG.BR.FRA.ET.HIB.REX.1687 Spink Coins of England & the united kingdom 53rd edition page:360. reference 3415 Weight: 1.33gms. Diameter: 17.48mm
Created on: Tuesday 20th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-F04226
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete (broken) and very worn silver medieval penny of Edward III (AD 1327-1377) or Richard II (AD 1377-1399) struck at the mint in York. Obverse crowned bust facing, legend illegible. Reverse: Long cross dividing legend, three pellets in each angle with quatrefoil in centre, [CIVI/TAS]/EBO/[RACI] Weight: 0.69gms. Diameter: 17.42mm
Created on: Tuesday 20th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-F03BD9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete (broken) silver medieval penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1317) class 9b1 struck AD 1299-1301. Obverse: crowned bust facing, pellet on breast - this pellet is an uncommon feature on class 9b dies. ED[W] A[NGL] DNS HYB. Reverse: Longcross dividing the field and inscription; three pellets in each angle, CIVI/TAS/LON/[DON] JJ North vol 2, page: 30, reference: 1037/1 Weight: 0.85gms. Diameter: 16.06mm
Created on: Tuesday 20th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A133DD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Nummus of Valens dating to the period AD 364-378. Reece Period 19. Reverse Type: SECVRITAS REI PVBLICAE depicting Victory advancing left holding wreath and palm. Diameter: 16.22mm, Thickness: 1.64mm, Weight: 2.13gms
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-A0CE2E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy nummus of Magnentius or Decentius (possibly a barbarous / contemporary copy) dating from c. AD 350-353 (Reece period 18). Reverse Type: VICT DD NN AVG ET CAES depicting two Victories standing holding a wreath or shield. Unclear mint. Weight: 1.22gms. Thickness: 1.38mm. Diameter: 14.98mm
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-A0A528
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy Roman barbarous / contempory copy of a nummus of Constantius II (AD 323-361), dating to c. AD 355-360 (Reece Period 18), Reverse Type: FEL TEMP REPARATIO, soldier spearing a barbarian who has fallen from a horse. Obverse: DN[CONSTAN_TIVS PF AVG]. Diademed bust right . Diameter: 13.68 mm; Thickness: 1.22 mm; Weight: 0.81gms die axis: 4
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-A05D6C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy Roman nummus, contemporary copy probably of the House of Constantine, dating to the period c.AD 355-361 (Reece period 18). Unclear reverse type probably depicting a Soldier spearing a fallen horseman(?). Unclear mint protoype (possibly Trier?). Weight: 1.08gms. Diameter: 15.42mm Die axis 7
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-9FED51
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman barbarous radiate dating to the third century, (AD 260-296). Obverse description: Radiate bust right Obverse inscription: unknown. Reverse description: Unknown poorly formed (cartoon like) figure / deity standing facing, palm in right hand, possibly holding standard or staff in left hand Reverse inscription: unknown Mintmark: unclear Weight: 1.77gms. Diameter: 16.04 mm. Thickness: 1.98 mm
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-9F4AA1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy roman barbarous radiate, probably Divus Claudius II (AD 268-270) (Reece Period 13). Reverse type: [CONSECRATIO] depicting a burning flame on altar. Unknown mint. Weight: 1.34gms. Diameter: 16.78mm
Created on: Friday 16th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-4AA86E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy Roman Nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 306-361), struck at the mint in Trier Constantinopolis commemorative issue of 330-331, Reece period 17. Obverse: Bust of Constantinopolis helmeted laureate and mantled with spear over left shoulder, CONSTAN_TINOPOLIS. Reverse: Victory advancing left with spear and shield on prow. TRP in exergue. Diameter: 17.92mm. Weight: 1.81gms.
Created on: Monday 12th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-4A90C2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy Roman nummus of Constans (AD 330-350) dating to the period 347-348 (Reece Period 17). Reverse type: [VICTORIA]E D D AVGGQ NN : two Victories facing each other, holding wreaths with 0 between depicting the twentieth anniversary of one of the emperors. Weight: 1.31gms. Diameter 14.96mm
Created on: Monday 12th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 21st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-F24849
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy Roman Colchester derivitive Polden Hill style brooch from the late 1st century or early second century (AD 80-120). The pin, spring, catchplate and one wing are missing. The remaining wing is semi-circular in cross section and undecorated. The end / tips of the wings are lost but would have been pierced to hold the axis bar of the spring. The spring would have been turned and fixed to a very heavily eroded hook on the upper edge of the head. The reverse of the head has a deep conical concave hollow. The head of the brooch rises up from the wings and taper…
Created on: Thursday 8th October 2020
Last updated: Thursday 8th October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-B185DB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval voided long cross cut farthing of Henry III (AD 1216-1272) class 5 (1251-1272) struck at the mint in London. Obverse: crowned bust facing sceptre in right hand, [HENRICUS R]EX I[II]. Reverse: voided longcross with three pellets in each angle, [ON LV]NDE JJ North vol1, page: 226. reference: 991-999 Weight: 0.24gms. Length: 8.52mm. Width: 8.04mm
Created on: Monday 5th October 2020
Last updated: Monday 5th October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Clows Top', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-4DE3DC
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy element from a composite three piece strap end of Medieval date (AD 1250-1450). The extant fragment consists of the forward edge of the central forked spacer plate / middle portion of the strap-end. The element is incomplete and comprises truncated annular ring, behind which would have been a forked spacer but this area is now lost. On the forward edge is a projecting acorn shaped knop -like terminal. the fragment is a mid grey green colour with a well formed surface patina. Similar examples are illustrated in Egan, G & Pritchard, F, 2002, 'Dress Access…
Created on: Wednesday 30th September 2020
Last updated: Thursday 1st October 2020
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Record ID: HESH-4D3448
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper alloy openwork key handle, probably dating to AD 150-410. The key is incomplete with only part of the openwork trilobate or 'fleur de lys' handle surviving. There are irregular oval (keyhole) shaped cast holes either side of a central circular aperture.The handle has a worn rounded knop on the upper edge of the central lobe, and a similar heavily worm decorative sub-rectangular ridges projecting from each side lobe. At the base of the handle is a rectangular heavily abraded socket with evidence of iron oxide (corrosion) present; it is within this socket that…
Created on: Wednesday 30th September 2020
Last updated: Thursday 1st October 2020
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