Record ID: WILT-47B951
Object type: PEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete (five pieces) copper-alloy post-medieval traveller's writing set, dating to the period AD 1800-1900. It consists of an etui (case), the lid, the inkwell/base, the pen and a possible quill/unidentified organic material. The lid is cylindrical and hollow, measuring 22.79mm in length, 13.79mm in width, and weighs 3.92g. At the top there is a moulded ridge, and two concentric bands, parallel to one another, beneath it. At the very base of the lid are two further concentric bands. It is dark brown in colour. This attaches to the etui, or the case, which contains the pen an…
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2018
Last updated: Friday 9th March 2018
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Record ID: WILT-B9BF8A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swindon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I, dating to the period AD 1584-1587. E D G ROSA SINE SPINA obverse facing left with two pellets behind head. CIVITAS LONDON reverse type depicting square shield on long cross fourchee dividing the legend. London mint, second issue. Escallop initial mark. North 2016.
Created on: Thursday 21st December 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2018
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Record ID: WILT-B8F70C
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval Nuremberg rose/orb jetton, dating to the period AD 1500-1600. The faint outline of the three crowns, alternately with three lis, arranged centrifugally around a central rose can be seen. On the reverse, there is an imperial orb surmounted by a cross patty, within a tressure with three main arches. Both legends are illegible, and there is a small chip missing from the circumference of the jetton, and part of the jetton has been bent inwards on the reverse.
Created on: Thursday 21st December 2017
Last updated: Thursday 21st December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-7B5B1C
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a silver gilt post-medieval finger-ring, dating to the period AD 1500-1650. The fragment is rectangular in shape, with three bands running horizontally. The central band is plain, but with three incised letters- "ART", with what might be an "H" before and faint traces after the final letter which may be another letter or start of a new word. On either side of this plain band are two bands of raised singular dots, approximately 17 in each row. There is no further discernible decoration on the back, or what would have been the inside band of the finger-ring. Dimensions:…
Created on: Monday 18th December 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 16th July 2019
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Record ID: WILT-E8F20C
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval copper-alloy rose/orb Nuremberg jetton possibly by Hans Schults dating to the period AD 1500-1600. The jetton has been bent slightly, and there is a tear at approximately 12 o'clock. The obverse is also mostly indiscernible, though the faint outline of the three crowns, alternately with three lis, arranged centrifugally around a central rose can be seen. On the reverse, there is an imperial orb surmounted by a cross patty, within a tressure with three main arches.
Created on: Monday 11th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-E8A4BC
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper-alloy Nuremberg rose/orb jetton, dating to the period AD 1500-1600. The obverse is also mostly indiscernible, though the faint outline of the three crowns, alternately with three lis, arranged centrifugally around a central rose can be seen. On the reverse, there is an imperial orb surmounted by a cross patty, within a tressure with three main arches. Both legends are illegible.
Created on: Monday 11th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-E7AA21
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval copper alloy jetton of the Lion of Saint Mark type dating to circa 1500 to 1570. The obverse type shows a Lion of Saint Mark standing left, nimbate and winged. The tail is raised and the lion is holding a Book of Gospels in raised right fore-paw. On the reverse, there is an imperial orb surmounted by a cross patty, within a tressure with three main arches. Legends are present on both sides but illegible.
Created on: Monday 11th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-E74071
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval copper-alloy rose/orb Nuremberg jetton, dating to the period AD 1500-1600. The jetton is incomplete insofar as most of the legends on both obverse and reverse have been damaged. The obverse is also mostly indiscernible, though the faint outline of the three crowns, alternately with three lis, arranged centrifugally around a central rose can be seen. On the reverse, there is an imperial orb surmounted by a cross patty, within a tressure with three main arches.
Created on: Monday 11th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-E66983
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post-medieval French douzain of an uncertain ruler, dating to the period AD 1500-1600. The obverse is indiscernible, but there appears to be a cross on the reverse. The coin has been bent slightly.
Created on: Monday 11th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-AA89F3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a silver post-medieval French coin, possibly a 4 sols piece, dating to the period AD 1643-1715. Only a portion of the fleur-de-lys on the obverse survives, and on the reverse a small fragment of the fleur-de-lys on a shield.
Created on: Friday 8th December 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-D90EEC
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy post-medieval trade token, dating to the period AD 1648-1672. Obverse depicts the mercers' arms, with the legend reading WALTER CHAPMAN. On the reverse there are three letters on two rows (C, with a dot either side, underneath which is WA), which are encircled by a ring, and a legend which reads; IN BATHE MERCER
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2017
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-D87236
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead post-medieval bag seal, dating to the period AD 1700-1850. It is broadly circular, comprising of both parts but has been squashed or compressed, and so now measures 13.99mm in diameter and 2.82mm thick. It is slightly dished. There is no discernible decoration on either side. The patina is smooth, and a mid-grey in colour. In total, the bag seal weighs 2.81g.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2017
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-D8601A
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead post-medieval bag seal, dating to the period AD 1700-1850. It is broadly circular, comprising of both parts but has been squashed or compressed, and so now measures 20.29mm wide, 17.98mm in length and 3.29mm thick. It is slightly dished. On one side, there appears to be a standing figure facing left, and part of the legend or inscription reading "C W S". The inscription on the other face is difficult to discern. The patina is smooth, and a mid-grey in colour. In total, the bag seal weighs 5.88g.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2017
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2017
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Record ID: WILT-AD5D12
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An incomplete silver post-medieval dress fastener, probably a cap (or hat) hook, dating to the period AD 1500-1600. This plate resembles a flower, with incisions resembling the folds of the petals and the centre bud of the flower. From the back of this flower plate, where there is no discernible decoration, the hook is attached. It has been flattened on the reverse of the plate and extends between the lower rounded knops. It is circular in cross-section and curls back towards the reverse of the plate in a recurving S-shape, terminating in a sharp hook. Dimensions: The …
Created on: Tuesday 14th November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 31st October 2019
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Record ID: WILT-74C593
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval silver coin of an uncertain ruler and date. Uncertain reverse type and mint. The circumference is slightly chipped.
Created on: Monday 30th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 2nd November 2017
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Record ID: WILT-867131
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy rose farthing of Charles I, dating to the period AD 1636-1644. CAROLV D G MA BRI obverse depicting a single arched crown with two sceptres in saltire below. FRA ET HIB REX reverse depicting a single rose surmounted by a single arched crown. North, no.2291.
Created on: Thursday 19th October 2017
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2017
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Record ID: WILT-CE1B24
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy medieval to post-medieval vessel mend, dating to the period AD 1400-1700. It is rectangular in shape, measuring 63.15mm in length, 18.98mm wide (except where it tapers slightly inwards at the middle to a width of 14.93mm) and 1.37mm in thickness, except at the rivet which is 7.39mm in thickness. At the top of the fragment there are two holes, and a further one just above the rivet, which measure approximately 5.5mm in diameter, the edges of which are uneven and have no evidence of once containing rivets. The rivet in situ measures 7.11mm in diameter. In to…
Created on: Tuesday 10th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 26th October 2017
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Record ID: WILT-CB74F6
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy medieval to post-medieval book clasp, dating to the period AD 1500-1700. The book clasp measures 43.82mm in length, 4.19 at minimum width and 15.57mm at maximum width. At the top of the book clasp there is a loop, which although now broken measures 3.81mm in length and would have attached to the back plate. The body of the book clasp is broadly lozenge form in shape, with a broadly rectangular form bisecting this, and another near the base, which is triangular in shape. The decoration on the body of the book clasp are linear punched circles, running parallel…
Created on: Tuesday 10th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 26th October 2017
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Record ID: WILT-CA30C5
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy medieval to post-medieval double looped rectangular buckle, dating to the period AD 1500-1650. It is incomplete insofar as the pin is missing. The buckle has a smooth patina, and is dark green in colour. It measures 41.15mm in width, 24.65mm in height and weighs 8.46g. There is no discernible decoration on either side. At either side of the central recess bar, from which the now missing pin would have hung, are two circular knops. There are two further knops (broadly trapezoidal in shape) on the other sides of the buckle, jutting outwards from the rest …
Created on: Tuesday 10th October 2017
Last updated: Monday 6th November 2017
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Record ID: WILT-159705
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Published
A complete post-medieval silver gilded finger-ring, dating to the period AD 1500-1550. It measures 23.21mm in diameter, 7.12mm in thickness and weighs 6.66g. The decoration is framed by two ridged rims, one either side, which run the entirety of the finger-ring. In between are triangular sections of raised dots, approximately 21 in each section. Again, these triangular sections are enclosed by a ridged rim, and alternate from top to bottom. There is no discernible decoration or writing in the inside band. Discussion and Date: This style of ring is typical for the very early Post-…
Created on: Thursday 7th September 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 28th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fontmell Magna', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-C65616
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post-medieval shilling of George I, dating to the year AD 1723. BRVN ET L DVX S R I A TH ET EL 1723 reverse type depicting crowned cruciform shields with garter at centre, SS and C alternating between the crowned cruciform shields. Spink 3647.
Created on: Thursday 10th August 2017
Last updated: Thursday 31st August 2017
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Record ID: WILT-348CEB
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval cast copper-alloy, double loop oval buckle with iron pin, dating to period AD 1550-1650. It is incomplete insofar as part of the pin is missing. The frame has two spherical knops, one either side, on the outer edge of the loop, with a lobed knop either end of the strap bar. The frame measures 41.69mm in width and 22.39mm in length. What remains of the pin is made of iron, as evidenced by the corrosion on the pin and where the pin would have rested prior to the break. The pin now measures 19.58mm in length and 4.34mm in width. At its thickest the frame measu…
Created on: Thursday 3rd August 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd August 2017
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Record ID: WILT-345BF4
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval cast copper-alloy, double loop oval buckle, dating to period AD 1500-1650. It is incomplete insofar as the pin is missing. The frame is bevelled on the inside, and measures 30.23mm in length and 25.88mm in width. The outer frame measures 4.34mm in thickness, whilst the narrowed strap bar from which the now missing pin would have been attached measures 2.49mm in thickness. Copper corrosion covers most of the buckle, leaving the patina rough and the colour a light green. In total, this buckle weighs 4.29g. Parallels to this buckle can be seen in Whitehead (20…
Created on: Thursday 3rd August 2017
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2017
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Record ID: WILT-4F0C1A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver post-medieval threepence of Elizabeth I, dating to the period AD 1580-1582. POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV with square shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend, with date on top reverse type. Second issue, either long cross or sword initial mark. N1998. (North, JJ, 1980, English Hammered Coinage Volume II, Spink & Son, London, p135, no.1998.)
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2017
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-4D396C
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval sword belt fitting, dating to the period AD 1600-1700. It measures 90.21mm in length, 23.61mm at maximum width and 13.62mm at maximum thickness. It is incomplete insofar as the loop at the very end of fitting has broken off, and whatever attachment ran between the two rivet holes has now been lost. The fitting is broadly rectangular, and from the loop at the top it extends slightly widthways to make two knops, one either side. These knops have been incised slightly, which extends 11.82mm in length. From here, the main body of the fitting is bro…
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 12th July 2017
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Record ID: WILT-3FBB27
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval silver base penny of Edward VI, dating to the period AD 1547-1549. It is from the third period, showing the Tudor Rose on the obverse and the reverse depicts a long cross fourchee over a royal shield. North 1945, London mint. (North, JJ, 1980, English Hammered Coinage Volume II, Spink & Son, London, p124, no.1945.) There are two holes in the coin, on the obverse one is almost in the centre of the rose (measuring 1.68mm diameter), whilst the other is considerably smaller in diameter (measuring 0.69mm in diameter), and is at about 4 o clock.
Created on: Friday 16th June 2017
Last updated: Monday 26th June 2017
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Record ID: WILT-142B76
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swindon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver sixpence of Elizabeth I, dating to the year AD 1572. POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV with square shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend and date, which runs along the top of the shield. Second issue, ermine initial mark. N1997. (North, JJ, 1980, English Hammered Coinage Volume II, Spink & Son, London, p134, no.1997.)
Created on: Wednesday 14th June 2017
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-FBD1F5
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A coin hoard of three post-medieval silver coins, one of Louis XIV and two shillings of William III. 1) Silver post-medieval coin of Louis XIV, dating to the period AD 1643-1715. Uncertain mint. Obverse: left facing bust, illegible inscription. Reverse: Cross on top of three fleur-de-lys, encircled. Inscription: [...]MO[...]. Uncertain mint. 21.45mm diameter, 2.38g 2) Silver post-medieval shilling of William III, dating to the year 1697. Uncertain mint, third bust. Obverse: bust of William (third bust) with laureate facing right, inscription: GVLIELMVS.III.DEI.GRA. Reverse: crowne…
Created on: Tuesday 13th June 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 28th March 2018
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Record ID: WILT-AB375A
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval double looped buckle, dating to the period AD 1550-1650. It is incomplete insofar as the pin is missing. The buckle is broadly circular in shape, measuring 36.95mm in width and 34.83mm in length, with an off centre, curved central bar. The thickness of the outside frame is 5.51mm, whereas the central bar measures 2.27mm thick. On the outside frame there are evenly spaced grooves, within which there appears to be trades of red enamel, particularly but not exclusively left of the central bar. Aside from a small patch of red enamel on the upper ha…
Created on: Friday 9th June 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 14th June 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-16EDD7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval copper-alloy rose farthing of Charles I dating to the period AD 1636-1644. CAROLV D G MA BRI obverse depicting probably a single arched crown with two sceptres in saltire below. FRA ET HIB REX reverse depicting a single rose surmounted by a single arched crown. Type 3, North 2293 - North, JJ, 1991, English Hammered Coinage Volume 2, Spink & Son, London.
Created on: Friday 2nd June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 6th June 2017
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Record ID: WILT-167F37
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy post-medieval "rose" farthing of Charles I, dating to the period AD 1634-1636. Possibly Rose type 2, N2280-2282, uncertain mint. (North, JJ, 1991, English Hammered Coinage Volume 2, Spink & Son, London, p 165 nos 2280-82).
Created on: Friday 2nd June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 6th June 2017
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Record ID: WILT-003E7B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post-medieval halfgroat of Elizabeth I, dating to the period AD 1558-1603. Uncertain issue and mint. The coin has been been bent, and folded inwards on the reverse.
Created on: Thursday 1st June 2017
Last updated: Monday 5th June 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-FFE827
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post-medieval coin of an uncertain ruler, dating to the period c.AD 1600-1750.This coin has been bent in the form of a love token.
Created on: Thursday 1st June 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 6th June 2017
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Record ID: WILT-FF1766
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post-medieval coin of an uncertain ruler, dating to the period c.AD 1600-1750. It has been counterstamped on the reverse with the initials "WC".
Created on: Thursday 1st June 2017
Last updated: Monday 5th June 2017
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Record ID: WILT-B8483E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval silver halfgroat of Elizabeth I, dating to the period AD 1591-1594. Tun initial mark. London Tower mint, third issue. North 2016 (North, JJ, 1991, English Hammered Coinage Vol 2, Spink & Son, London, p 137, no 2016).
Created on: Wednesday 29th March 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd May 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-120D7A
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead-alloy post medieval two-disc cloth seal, dating to the period AD 1500-1700. It measures 21.55mm in diameter and weighs 5.22g. This cloth seal is most likely comprised of two discs. On the outside of the cloth seal there are the letters I and H separated by an elongated number 4 conjoined with a letter W. There is no further discernible decoration on the cloth seal. To the reverse is a projecting rivet.
Created on: Tuesday 21st March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 26th April 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wylye', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-290AF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver groat of Mary I, dating to the period AD 1553-1554. VERITAS TEMPORIS FILIA with cross fourchée over royal shield reverse type. First issue, pomegranate initial mark. North 1960.
Created on: Friday 10th March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 5th April 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-28CBF2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver threepence of Elizabeth I, dating to the year AD 1578. POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV with square shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend reverse type. Second issue, plain cross initial mark. N1998. This threepence is slightly concave on the obverse.
Created on: Friday 10th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-28750E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval silver sixpence of Elizabeth I, dating to the year AD 1580. POSVI DEV ADIVTOREM MEV with square shield on long cross fourchée dividing the legend. Second issue, long cross initial mark. N1997.
Created on: Friday 10th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Breamore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-16C5A7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete gold post-medieval Britain crown of James I, dating to the period AD 1606-1607. Crowned bust (1st) facing right, HENRICVS ROSAS REGNA IACOBVS reverse type depicting square shield crowned with I R at sides. Second series, initial mark- escallop. North (1991), p145, no.2090.
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 5th April 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-D84FD7
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval (1500-1700) double-oval buckle frame, missing much of one loop and broken close to the narrowed central bar. It measures 23.07mm in length and 22.46mm in width. The pin curls around the bar and then extends 22.46mm in length and measures 3.39mm in width, before tapering to a point. In total, the buckle weighs 3.02g. The patina is quite rough, and a light green in colour.
Created on: Monday 6th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 10th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hambledon', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-D64DFB
Object type: PIPE TAMPER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval pipe tamper, dating to the period 1650-1850. The pipe tamper measures 35.05mm in length and 43.94mm in width. The tamper consists of what possibly is a scroll, clutched in a closed, most likely right hand, fist. The scroll measures 7.35mm in diameter, but tapers inwards before the clenched fist to 3.89mm in diameter. The fist and the curves of each knuckle are denoted by incised grooves, with the thumb a darker brown ridge on the right hand side of the fist. The fist measures 11.23mm in width, but tapers down into the wrist and stem at 4.23mm width. There are …
Created on: Monday 6th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 10th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fareham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-46325C
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An abraded body sherd of early post-medieval (1500-1700) colour-coated earthenware, an oxidised and sandy fabric with a bright-red colour-coating. The outside of the sherd has raised, smooth bumps, some of which appear to be curlicues while the others are sub-circular in shape. The sherd is triangular in shape, measuring 32.25mm in length and 34.61mm at maximum width, 5.38mm in thickness and weighing 4.69g.
Created on: Monday 27th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 28th February 2017
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Record ID: WILT-C5C87A
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Nuremburg Jetton issed by Hans Krauwinckel II, dating to the period AD 1586 to 1635. Obverse description: Central rosette surrounded by three crowns alternating with three lis. Obverse inscription: [HAN]NS KRAV[WINC]KEL IN NV. On the obverse, the letter "H" has been stamped, starting on NS of HANNS and extending downwards into the central rosette. Reverse description: Reichsapfel. Reverse inscription: [GOTES].REICH.BLIBT.EWICK. On the reverse the letter "H" has been stamped, broadly in the centre. The diameter is 19.91, and it weighs 0.71g, with a die axis of 2 o'clock.…
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2017
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-B0A948
Object type: TOBACCO HOLDER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy post-medieval tobacco jar lid handle, dating to the period 1650-1750. It is a cast handle, possibly in lozenge shape measuring at maximum 11.24mm in length and 13.23mm at maximum width. The protruding collared central boss extends to a short stalk, 3.69mm in width, which expands again as a skirt, broadly 6.2mm wide, to secure attachment to a lid of different material. The patina is rough and is light brown in colour. In total it weighs 3.35g.
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Droxford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-8AC0DA
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy, gilded post-medieval livery button, dating to the period 1880-1904. The front left-hand side of the button is a moulded lion or griffin's head and neck, open-jawed, facing left and resting on a horizontally-placed book. Rising above the head from the book is an arc of small annulets joined with short rectangular sections. To the right-hand side is a pair of crossed oars. Beneath both depictions is a short section of horizontally-placed twisting, imitiative of rope. On the back the button reads: Firmin&Sons LD in the upper hemisphere and 47 Warwick ST Regent …
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Owslebury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-895FEA
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-medieval copper-alloy spherical 'crotal' bell, dating to the period 1650-1850. It is complete with iron pea. The bell is 32.12mm in length and 22.53mm in width. The upper hemisphere is rather worn and is decorated with incised gadroons, also known as 'sunburst' design, with the additional decoration of a central groove in each. There are two sound holes, one in front and one behind the rectangular suspension loop. This includes the suspension loop, which has a pierced diameter of 4.17mm. The lower hemisphere is also decorated with incised gadroons, further decorated as…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Owslebury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-881DF7
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy post-medieval shot, dating to the period 1600-1800. The shot is broadly spherical, with a casting seam midway around the object. There is the remains of a casting sprue and the imprint of a tool, probably pliers, where the sprue was cut. The shot has a smooth patina, and is blueish-grey in colour. Overall, the shot measures 16.36mm in diameter and weighs 19.04g.
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Owslebury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-33B71F
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete ceramic Verwood storage vessel, dating approximately to the period AD 1700-1800. Verwood pottery is produced from the 1600s, but the production increased during the 1700s to include the area in which this was found. This storage vessel can be distinguished as Verwood earthenware due to the fabric being pale salmon-pink in colour. The outer surface of the vessel is light grey in colour, and the patina of the vessel is very rough. What remains of this vessel is in 5 pieces. There is a flange at the top of the vessel, which tapers outwards to the rim by 11.94mm. This was…
Created on: Thursday 2nd February 2017
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-330B3B
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete ceramic Verwood storage vessel, dating approximately to the period AD 1750-1850. Verwood pottery is produced from the 1600s, but the production increased during the 1700s to include the area in which this was found. This storage vessel can be distinguished as Verwood earthenware due to the fabric being pale salmon-pink in colour. The outer surface of the vessel is dark grey in colour, and the patina of the vessel is quite rough. What remains of this vessel is in 10 pieces. None of the flange or rim survives, so an estimated diameter and height of the vessel are unable …
Created on: Thursday 2nd February 2017
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-32FDE6
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A mostly complete ceramic Verwood storage vessel, dating approximately to the period AD 1750-1850. Verwood pottery is produced from the 1600s, but the production increased during the 1700s to include the area in which this was found. This storage vessel can be distinguished as Verwood earthenware due to the fabric being pale salmon-pink in colour, which is most visible in the cross-section of the fragments. The patina of the vessel is largely smooth. What remains of this vessel is in 16 pieces, and the approximate height of the vessel would have been at least 300mm. At the top of th…
Created on: Thursday 2nd February 2017
Last updated: Monday 13th February 2017
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-1D79C0
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval lead cloth seal, dating to the period 1500-1700. It is incomplete insofar as it is one of two discs from a two disc cloth seal. It depicts a crowned rose with an eight-pointed star to the left and a sun to the right. The cloth seal is circular in shape, measuring 25.62mm in diameter and is 3.56mm at its thickest. What remains is a singular disc, possibly disc 2, and what might be the circular rivet wedged securely, 11.42mm in diameter. The lack of a secondary disk means that this could equally be disc 1 with the base of the circular rivet. The patina is la…
Created on: Wednesday 1st February 2017
Last updated: Thursday 2nd February 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bishopstone', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-F73AB9
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post medieval lead token, dating to the period 1500-1800. One face has a broadly rectangular rimmed shape, which has been divided equally and longitudinally in two. On top of this, there is a rimmed triangular projection on top. This triangle has two rimmed lines within which align to form a broadly lozenge shape at the top of the triangle. With these parts together, this shape spans 15.68mm in length and 11.49mm in width. There are other linear decorations on this side. Two rimmed lines approach the rectangular-and-triangular shape, with the lower of the two bisecting the …
Created on: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Itchen Valley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-DFF41D
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval token of possibly Thomas Chapman of Walkern, Hertfordshire, dated 1667; Williamson no. 199 (1967, p. 328). The token's surfaces are very worn and corroded. The reverse legend is illegible, but the obverse appears to read THOMAS CO[...]. However no parallel with a 'grocer's arms' obverse appears in Williamson for the surrounding counties. It measures 13.58mm in diameter, 0.49mm thick and weighs 0.31g.
Created on: Tuesday 17th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Besselsleigh', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-CEFC84
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron spherical object, probably dating to the later post-medieval/ early-modern period, of uncertain function. It weighs 136.29g and measures 33.17mm in diameter. The patina is rough and pitted, and dark brown in colour. PAS colleague Sue Walker suggests '[It] could be from an 18th -19th century lawn cannon, most of them have quite small muzzles but nonetheless are fully functional. Or it could be just the decorative shot that sits next to one'. Peter Reavill comments that iron balls such as this were used as a grinding mechanism in mills.
Created on: Monday 16th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 27th June 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Titchfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-CC6A91
Object type: TOY
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval toy miniature cannon, dating to the period c. AD 1600 - c. AD 1750. It measures 33.37mm in length, and is 15.61mm wide across the trunnions. It was cast in one piece with a tapered cascabel with a flared button. The base ring measures at a diameter of 7.91mm, tapering inwards slightly for a recess where the circular vent hole is situated. The vent hole is tiny, measuring 1.43mm in diameter, and is encircled by a recessed vent field, 2.63mm in diameter. After this recess is a raised muzzle ring. 6.58mm along the barrel are the trunnions, one eit…
Created on: Monday 16th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langrish', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-6639C1
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval oval buckle frame, dating to the period 1550-1650. The buckle is incomplete insofar as the attachments and pin are missing. This buckle has zoomorphic projections, although much of the decoration has since faded. The frame is broadly triangular in cross-section with a bevelled outer edge, measuring 45.51mm in length and 18.71mm in width. It is 3.34mm thick. The zoomorphic projections include faint traces of the mouth at one end and incised eyes, one either side of the head. Behind this there are traces of at least four transverse grooves, but t…
Created on: Wednesday 11th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corhampton and Meonstoke', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-95FBF1
Object type: PIPE (SMOKING)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete clay smoking pipe, dating to the period 1880-1930. This pipe has a large, triangular fragment missing from the bowl, and much of the stem is missing (am old-ish break). Incomplete, it measures 53.25mm in length and 27.15mm in max.width (at the bowl, tapering to 14.11mm where it joins the stem). The clay at the bowl is 7.21mm thick, and has an off white patina, with patches of grey sooting (from use) to the interior. The stem measures 8.91mm in diameter with a 1.9mm diameter central hole. David Higgins notes: "Damaged spurless bowl form a short-stemmed or 'cutty' pipe …
Created on: Tuesday 20th December 2016
Last updated: Friday 6th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gosport', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-94BB12
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead cloth seal, possibly for a cloth known as bombazine, and dating to the period 1500-1700. It is incomplete as it is unclear whether it is part of a two or four part seal, though four part seals are more unusual. The cloth seal measures 20.12mm in diameter and weighs 2.74g. One side has the letter "B" next to a crowned possible pair of scissors, all is raised relief; the other side is apparently undecorated. The patina is an off white, with a thin line of dark brown in between the lead.
Created on: Tuesday 20th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'East Challow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-7F88B6
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval strap-fitting, dating to the period 1500-1700. It is incomplete as one of the integral spiked lugs is mostly missing. Broadly pointed oval in shape, there are two circular knops, one on each point. It measures 33.17mm in length and 18.58mm at widest width, though tapers to 9.78mm at just before the circular knops begin. The thickness of the mount is 9.57mm at the bent integral spiked lugs, tapering to 6.41mm thick. The patina is light green and very shiny. It weighs 1.93g.
Created on: Monday 19th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Letcombe Regis', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-7E8A0C
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-medieval copper-alloy domed thimble, dating to the period 1500-1700. The thimble has a domed top and slightly flared sides. It measures 19.89mm in length and 19.44mm in width. There are hand drilled circular pits arranged in straight lines across the dome, and scrolling foliage on the walls of the thimble. At the base, 9.73mm from the bottom, are two incised lines which encompass border of incised transverse grooves. Below this border there is no foliate design. The patina of the thimble is dark green, and weighs a total of 4.78g.
Created on: Monday 19th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'East Challow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-2AD5F1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Berkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight, dating to the period 1200-1800. It is broadly circular in shape, measuring 34.74mm in length and 30.28mm in width. It is 14.22mm thick, and weighs 44.79g. The upper face has a raised cross, which spans the length and width of the weight. There is no discernible decoration on the reverse of the weight. The weight has a dark brown patina.
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HAMP-A9F6D8
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete early post-medieval copper-alloy strap fitting from a sword belt hanger, dating to the period 1500 to 1700. It consists of a incomplete hooked plate.The strap fitting is missing its hooked end and has broken across a rivet hole. Originally this would have been one of a trio of plates, which would have hung from a mount with three suspension loops. In turn, scabbard straps would have been attached to the plates. The plate is triangular in shape with a trefoliate terminal. It is decorated with an elaborate scrolling foliate pattern with fronds to either side from a cent…
Created on: Friday 9th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Coombe Bissett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-5B4398
Object type: MUSKET BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval lead alloy musket ball, dating to the period 1600-1700. It is 20.32mm in estimated diameter, and weighs 29.83g. The ball has a smooth, yellow-grey patina, and has been flattened on one side. There is a small lip protruding from this flattened side, and is probably the result of casting. Dr Natasha Ferguson writes: "The weights are consistent with musket balls from the 17th - 18th century being around 1oz each. Musket balls bores are measured on the number of balls you can make from a lb of lead, so with 16 oz in a lb that would make it a 16 bore. Both have been impac…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Last updated: Friday 25th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Colden Common', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-5B2418
Object type: MUSKET BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval lead alloy musket ball, dating to the period 1600-1700. It is 16.23mm in estimated diameter, and weighs 30g. The ball has a smooth, yellow-grey patina, and has been flattened on one side. Dr Natasha Ferguson writes: "The weights are consistent with musket balls from the 17th - 18th century being around 1oz each. Musket balls bores are measured on the number of balls you can make from a lb of lead, so with 16 oz in a lb that would make it a 16 bore. Both have been impacted with the second ball showing the typical radial grooves on the flat side as it comes into contac…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Last updated: Friday 25th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Colden Common', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-3093FB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver threepence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603), second issue, plain cross initial mark, struck at the Tower of London and dated 1578 on the coin. Reference: North 1998.
Created on: Wednesday 9th November 2016
Last updated: Monday 14th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Froxfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-2F7BD6
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Published
A post-medieval silver open thimble of probable 17th century date. The body of the thimble is formed from a strip of sheet metal, 0.74mm thick, wrapped around to form a cylinder. The two ends no longer join and leave a gap which measures 0.48mm at the top and 1.98mm at the base. In shape, the cylinder tapers towards the top. The thimble is now squashed into an irregular sub-oval. It may have originally had a domed top. The inner surface of the cylinder is undecorated except for a maker's mark, a ligated AB. The outer surface is decorated with lines of circular punches with a plain …
Created on: Wednesday 9th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 28th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Froxfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-8A0878
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast silver post-medieval (c.1500-c.1800) seal matrix. It weighs 8.83g, measuring 21.42mm in length and 16.76mm in width. The seal matrix has oval face which tapers inwards to a narrowly conical handle and terminates in a circular loop. The juncture between the handle and the loop is marked by two circumferential raised collars. Extending down from these raised collars is a band of hexagonally-faceted ribs, on one of these ribs is the maker's mark. This mark is 2.05mm in length and 1.81mm wide, and contains the letter "H" within a shield. The face of the seal is 16.76mm …
Created on: Tuesday 1st November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 28th April 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Compton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-649E01
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late medieval/ early post-medieval (1400-1700) incomplete D-shaped buckle with ornate outside edges, possibly from a spur and missing its (probably iron) pin. From the curved edge extends a protrusion consisting of an isoceles triangle balanced upon a small rectangle, balanced upon a circle. At the oppisite end is a rectangular edge with four equidistant transverse grooves, flanked at the inside edge by a pair of vertical grooves. At the centre is a bar for the pin; a knop extends to either side of the frame at the ends. The underside of the buckle is undecorated and the bar carries…
Created on: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Last updated: Thursday 16th August 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shalbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-62FA04
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval rose farthing of Charles I (1625-49), North's type 2, crescent initial mark (visible on obverse), struck at the Tower, London, c.1635-44. Reference: North 2291.
Created on: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 19th October 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shalbourne', grid reference and parish protected.

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.

Record ID: HAMP-CE8638
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete post-medieval copper-alloy double looped, rectangular buckle with attached 'chape', dating probably to the 17th/ 18th century. The pin is missing. The buckle measures 21.45mm in length and 14.71mm in width. The frame has been bevelled and is 3.11mm in thickness. Either side of the central bar are two linear incisions, forming a rudimentary triangular shape from the central bar to the outside edge of the buckle. The patina of the buckle is dark green, but the chape is a light green patina. The chape is a sub-rectangular sheet metal plate, folded in two and curved aroun…
Created on: Tuesday 11th October 2016
Last updated: Thursday 10th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Froxfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-23BCA9
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete square double-sided copper-alloy coin weight, dating to the period AD 1612-1633. The weight is for a unite (22 shillings) of James I. It is slightly bevelled on all sides from the obverse (value face) to the reverse (bust face). The weight weighs 4.14g, the circular border has a diameter of 13.67mm and a thickness of 3.22mm. The obverse shows St Michael spearing a dragon. In the field are the letters BRI, with perhaps IR for Iacobus Rex, which has either worn flat or worn off the flan. On the reverse there are the letters XIs below a crown. There is a C in the top lef…
Created on: Monday 3rd October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 11th October 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Penton Grafton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-C16411
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a medieval cast copper-alloy strap fitting or harness fitting, dating to the period c. AD 1450-1600. It measures 44.82mm in length and 15.87mm in width, the thickness of the fitting is 1.56mm, but the loop is 9.06mm thick. It also weighs 6.09g. The fitting consists of an oval loop, measuring 4.78mm. There are four spiked protrusions, two either side, measuring 10.36mm and 12.94mm wide. In between the set of spikes there is a semicircular curve. The rest of the fitting is broadly rectangular in shape, with two perforations measuring 2.41mm in diameter. One is at the …
Created on: Friday 16th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 24th February 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-99EEF4
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete post-medieval lead token dating to the period c.AD 1550-1900. The token is circular in shape and decorated on one side. The decoration is of a linear cross with angles, sub-divided by two half crosses. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The thickness of the token varies, from 3.91mm to 1.85mm. It weighs 14.56g and is 26.72mm in diameter. Reference: Fletcher, E. (2005), Leaden tokens & tallies, Roman to Victorian, p. 105.
Created on: Friday 2nd September 2016
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-967CC7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Dorset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver post-medieval sixpence of Elizabeth I dating to the period AD 1567, second coinage, Coronet initial mark, London (Tower mint). North 1997.
Created on: Friday 2nd September 2016
Last updated: Monday 26th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: WILT-B09232
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swindon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver hammered shilling of George I (AD 1714 to 1727). BRVN ET L DVX S R I A [TH] ET EL. 17[...], crowned cruciform shields with garter at centre, roses and plumes alternating in the angles. Spink 3645, Coins of England, p.383.
Created on: Wednesday 10th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 6th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-AFC347
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval coin, dating to c.AD 1500 to 1800, uncertain coin of an uncertain ruler. It has been countermarked on the obverse with a six pointed star and the letter B, with a * on one of the sides of the star. The reverse has been counterstruck with the word MVLLE[T], but otherwise no decoration visible.
Created on: Wednesday 10th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 6th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-18CF47
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval silver hammered sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to 1603), with the coin dating to 1581. Long cross initial mark, London mint. North 1997.
Created on: Friday 3rd June 2016
Last updated: Monday 11th July 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-0390ED
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval copper alloy rose/orb jetton of Hans Schultes II dating to AD 1586-1603. Rose and orb type. Cf Mitchiner, M, 1988, Jetons, Medalets & Tokens The Medieval Period and Nuremberg Volume One, B A Seaby Ltd, London p 408, no 1393.
Created on: Thursday 2nd June 2016
Last updated: Thursday 21st July 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-EBD62E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Post Medieval half groat of James I, second coinage, dating from AD 1604-1605. Second issue.Lis mint mark. North 2104
Created on: Wednesday 1st June 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 15th June 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-836304
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval base silver Irish sixpenny groat of Henry VIII (1509-1547). Sixth Harp issue (Spink 6484). Initial mark: lis, dating to 1546-1547 (regnal year 38 appears on the coin). Mint of Bristol under William Sharrington. Spink (2002, 147). It measures 27.06mm in diameter, 0.99mm in thickness, and weighs 2.31g
Created on: Friday 27th May 2016
Last updated: Friday 27th May 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-B1F206
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swindon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy post-medieval oval double loop buckle frame, which is missing its pin and a small section of one of the loops. It measures 37.17mm in height and 33.30mm in width, the interior of the loop measures 11.16mm in diameter and weighs 5.44g. The loops of the buckle are symmetrical and smooth. The outside is the thickest part of the frame, with the strap bar being the thinnest (at 2.50mm). The strap bar extends upwards to an elongated loop (which measures at 10.51mm high and 3.06mm thick). It is no. 449, p72 of Whitehead.
Created on: Thursday 5th May 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 1st June 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-1E69BA
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy post medieval buckle, c. 1550-1650. The copper alloy frame is a double looped sub-oval in plan. At the apex of the loops there is a moulded rose as decoration. The strap bar is narrowed and a rounded triangle in section. The terminal of the strap bar has moulded decoration in the form of a sub-lozenge. The reverse of the frame is flat and undecorated. In profile the frame has been bent forming a very wide 'V'. The pin is missing. The surface of the frame has a dark brown patina. The buckle measures 29.73mm long from the apex of one loop to the other and…
Created on: Thursday 28th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2016
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Record ID: WILT-0E3C30
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy post medieval buckle, c. 1550-1650. The frame has a slightly thicker outer edge and incised decoration, missing its pin. Overall the buckle measures 35.58mm long, 39.38mm wide and 2.03mm thick. The internal measurement of a loop is 21.07mm long and 9.64mm wide. The frame is D shaped in cross section and has bevelled edges. On both loops the outer edges there are three traverse grooves where the pin would have sat. The buckle is similar in style and decoration to one illustrated in Whitehead 2001 (p. 54, no. 302).
Created on: Wednesday 27th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2016
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Record ID: WILT-74FE79
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval Sixpence of Charles I (1625-49), measuring 26.24mm in diameter and weighing 2.70g. The fine pellet border has been trimmed, and the obverse has been worn away. Obverse: Traces of crowned bust left, VI behind CAROLVS·D·G·MAG:BR:FR:ET:HIB:REX. Reverse: Shield of arms CHRISTO AVSPICE REGNO Initial mark: triangle Mint: Tower Date: 1639-40 Ref: North 2245
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 10th May 2016
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Record ID: WILT-F9F4DC
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval copper alloy farthing traders' token issued by the City of Bristol and dated AD 1652-1662 (but probably AD 1652). Obverse legend A BRISTOLL FARTHING depicting a circular border with CB (for Civitas Bristol) above [ ]2. Reverse legend THE ARMES OF BRISTOLL depicting within a circular border a port broadside partial view of a three-masted ship under sail and a fort (Bristol's coat-of-arms). Cf Williamson G C (1889), Boyne's Trade Tokens, Vol 1 Elliot Stock, London (later B A Seaby edition 1967) - see Gloucestershire, p 241, No.12.
Created on: Thursday 14th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 2nd June 2016
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Record ID: WILT-65BC69
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post-medieval lead token dating to c AD 1575-1850 (Powell Type 52). The token is complete and is circular. The token is only decorated on one side with a cross extending to the edges of the token. The reverse is undecorated. The patina is greyish-white with reddish-brown and lighter beige marks around the raised relief of the decoration. The token weighs 4.67g and has a diameter of 19.14mm and a thickness of 2.26mm. Lead tokens had a wide variety of potential uses such as use as tallies, gaming pieces, tickets, weights, etc. and are believed to have been locally produced; they ar…
Created on: Thursday 7th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 26th May 2016
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Record ID: WILT-654774
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy double-looped trapezoidal buckle of post-medieval date. The buckle is trapezoidal in shape with lobed protrusions at either end of the pin bar. Each outer edge is pointed. The outside edge of the buckle is bevelled while the lower surface is flat. The buckle dates from around 1620 to 1680 AD. Whilst undecorated, in form the buckle is similar to an example illustrated in Whitehead (1996, 82; ref. 513).
Created on: Thursday 7th April 2016
Last updated: Thursday 26th May 2016
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Record ID: WILT-3C3519
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver post medieval penny of Elizabeth I dating to the period AD 1580 - 1581 (Second coinage). Tower mint, Long cross initial mark. North, Vol. II, p. 135, no. 2001.
Created on: Thursday 24th March 2016
Last updated: Thursday 26th May 2016
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Record ID: WILT-29440B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn post-medieval copper-alloy farthing of Charles I dating to the period AD 1636-1649. Probably Rose type. Uncertain mint.
Created on: Wednesday 23rd March 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 17th August 2016
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