Record ID: HAMP-622ED2
Object type: NAIL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete late medieval or post-medieval nail or rivet, dating to c.1400-1800. The nail measures 30.51mm in length and weighs 3.35g. The head of the nail (0.8mm thick) has been bent, but is sexfoil in shape (20.25mm in length and 18.78mm in width). An incised circle (diameter of 5.69mm) outlines the top of the shank at the centre. There are traces of gilding on the outside of the head, both within and outside the circle. The shaft of the nail is bent, measuring 29.65mm in length and 3.45mm in thickness before taping to a point. There appears to be no decoration on the shaft of the na…
Created on: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 19th October 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitchurch', grid reference and parish protected.