Record ID: WILT-80E67B
Object type: STYLUS
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a lead stylus dating to the period AD c.1100- c.1700. The fragment is small and stout (28.281mm in length). There is no pointed tip, so this fragment could be a fragment of the main body of the stylus. Both of the break point exposes the internal cavity which is filled with lead. The colour of the object is off white, and it is tubercle in cross sections. The diameter of the body of the stylus is 6.17mm and it weighs 8.45g. This fragment is parrallel to WILT-80C827. Styli of lead are known to have been in use from the Medieval to post-medieval periods and ar…
Created on: Thursday 2nd March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-8418F8
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn copper alloy French jetton, possibly the quaterfoil type, dating to the period AD 1200- 1400. Uncertain issuer, and reverse type.
Created on: Thursday 2nd March 2017
Last updated: Friday 3rd August 2018
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Record ID: WILT-EC8E1C
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy beehive shaped thimble dating to the medieval to early post medieval period AD 1400- 1550. The thimble is cast made (which is very usual (Holmes 1991), and is domed in shape, with flared sides and a rounded tonsure top. The recognizable indentations covers the whole item. They starts at the tonsure top and spiral down until c. 1cm before the base edge. Below is a rim, with two faded circumferential grooves. Overall, the height of the thimble is 25.98mm, the diameter is 22.96mm, the thickness is 2.44mm, and the weight is 15.75g. c.f Holmes (1991) "Sew…
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-EE2F51
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Roman or medieval lead weight dating to c AD 43-1500. It is D shape in section, with a central perforation. Around the entire centre of the item is a ridge. One area of the item has suffered significant damage. Evidence of this is a diagonal line, which almost resembles a chisel or deep cut mark. The central perforation is c8.34mm in diameter. It weighs 34.29g and measures 21.70mm in diameter and is 14.90mm thick/in height. c.f WILT-17C82B on the PAS database.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-EE5118
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman or medieval lead weight dating to c AD 43-1500. Its cross section is D shape, but it appears to be rather flat, compared to other weight specimens. It could be suggested that the weight was unintentionally squashed or cut at some point. Despite these physical changes, the weight still has a central perforation, and on the anterior surface, a raised area of lead giving the weight a bee hive like effect. The central perforation is c9.74mm in diameter. It weighs 33.04g and measures 28.29mm in diameter and is 8mm thick/in height.
Created on: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-1317FA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Edward I dating to the period AD 1299-1305. This penny is a mule with a Class 10 obverse and a Class 9b reverse. The inscription for the obverse occurs from class 10 onwards and it is suggested as a Class 10ab. The reverse has the distinctivr pot leg N whereas the obverse is barred. Mint of London.
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 23rd March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-188638
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy horse harness pendant dating to the medieval period AD 1300- 1400. The object is lozenge in shape with a circular suspension loop. This is currently damaged, and the perforation is filled with iron corrosion. There is evidence of potential red enamel, but the majority has worn away. Despite this, the Royal Arms of England's design consisting of three lions facing left can still be seen. The height of the pendant is 43.03mm, the width is 28.87mm, the thickness is 3mm and the weight is 11.80g. Please see Read (2001) "Metal Artefacts of Antiquity. A…
Created on: Thursday 9th March 2017
Last updated: Friday 16th April 2021
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Record ID: WILT-7E42C8
Object type: ANNULAR BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast made copper alloy medieval sexfoil annular brooch, dating to the period AD 1300- 1400. The brooch frame is hemispherical in section, with a complete copper alloy oval section looped pin. The sexfoil design is basic, with no decoration and compromises of six rounded protrusions and six internal points. The diameter of this brooch is 31.26mm, the thickness of the cross section is 1.88m and the overall weight is 3.54g. Please see Read (2001) "Metal Artefacts of Antiquity. A Catalogue of Small Finds from Specific Areas of the United Kingdom" page 111, Figure 79, N…
Created on: Tuesday 14th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 20th March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-80DB16
Object type: BRIDLE BIT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy medieval horse harness fitting, dating to the period AD 1100-1500. The fragment comprises of an intact hoop, 21.18mm in diameter, and a broadly rectangular attachment, measuring 25.84mm in width and 54.15mm wide. In total, the horse harness fitting measures in total 64.16mm in length, 63.54mm wide and 5.72mm thick. It is undecorated on both sides. The flat surface plate is 3.69mm thick, and has three flayed edges at the base with three grooved ridges giving an uneven and undulating texture. The flat surface plate extends further downwards to a bulbous, rid…
Created on: Tuesday 14th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 20th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-920308
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval silver groat of Edward IV, first reign (1461-1470) dating to AD 1464 to 1465. Light coinage class Vb-Vd, initial mark rose. Minted at London. Probably North (1991:86) no. 1568.
Created on: Wednesday 15th March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 12th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-923ED6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval cut farthing of Henry II - Henry III dating to AD 1180- 1247, uncertain short cross class. Probably Ricard moneyer, uncertain mint.
Created on: Wednesday 15th March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 12th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-9296BA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I, London mint. North class 9b (AD 1299 - 1301; North 1037/1)
Created on: Wednesday 15th March 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 12th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-93C7D9
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy medieval mount, dating to the period AD 1200- 1400. The mount begins with a small flat rectangle section which has three protrusions on its top edge (one each top corner and once centrally). This section remains undecorated. From this section the mount angles inwards at 90 degrees and follows into the main bar plate of the mount, which arches slightly. This is decorated with a series of three squares which are further decorated with cross hatching. The squares are connected with a fine channel like border which finishes horizontally. Below this is a small …
Created on: Wednesday 15th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 20th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-94DBF7
Object type: HARNESS MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy horse harness mount, dating to the medieval period AD 1200- 1500. The top of the object has a rectangular plate section, and it is surrounded by three small loops (one of which has broken off). The plate is decorated with three triangle wedges, all with internal borders and are raised with ridged edges. All of the top points of the triangles face directly towards the centre of the rectangular plate, resembling a cross pattee. Below this design is a rectangular space where two attachment hooks stand away from the main plate of the mount. One of the ho…
Created on: Wednesday 15th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 20th April 2017
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Record ID: WILT-A7EB29
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval copper alloy strap end, dating AD 1350-1450. It is a composite strap end composed of two plates joined by a spacer. The rivets are well concealed. The strap end is broadly rectangular shape with a small knop projecting from one end, and three knops projecting from the other. On the anterior surface, the plate has a fine line decorative boarder. The strap end measures 29.33mm in length and 13.14mm wide and 3.16mm in thickness. The weight is 2.39g. Egan and Pritchard (1991) "Dress Accessories: Medieval finds from excavations in London". p. 143, no. 660. Examples ca…
Created on: Thursday 16th March 2017
Last updated: Monday 13th November 2017
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Record ID: WILT-A93963
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy medieval domed button, most likely dating to the medieval period AD 1400-1500. The object has a circular bioconvex solid head with indented dotted lines radiating outwards, but not directly from the centre. The top centre of the head is plain. The shank is looped, but not central to the shank, giving it a wonky appearance. The object has a dark, brownish green patina. Overall, the height of the button is 15.05mm, the diameter of the head is 10.25mm and the weight is 3.04g. For the general shape and composition of the button please see Read (2005), "Met…
Created on: Thursday 16th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-AA518E
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy medieval annular buckle dating to AD 1400 - 1500. The buckle has its central bar, but the pin is missing. It is circular in shape, with a sub-rectangular cross-section. It is rather smooth in texture and holds a green patina with black marks that may be traces of black lacquer. The buckle is rather small, coming 21.74mm in diameter, 2.40mm thick and weighs 3.02g. Whitehead (2003) "Buckles 1250-1800" illustrates a very similar buckle p46 no269. This would have been a waist or sword belt buckle.
Created on: Thursday 16th March 2017
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2017
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Record ID: WILT-6570FE
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete circular, medieval copper alloy annular brooch, dating to the period AD 1270-1400. This brooch measures 31.00mm in diameter, with a thickness of 1.64mm, and weighs 2.51g. Only half of the brooch remains, all other componenets of the brooch are missing. The superior surface of the brooch is decorated with very fine lines, forming a punched cresent design. There is a thin groove surrounding the outside of the design, creating a border. The edges are smooth, the narrowed bar for the pin is visible on one of the breaks. The anterior surface of the brooch is flat and undecora…
Created on: Thursday 6th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The Deverills', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-CE33AD
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval copper alloy one piece strap end, possibly dating to AD 1200-1400. The split tip has a circular perforation with a surviving circular rivet, the strap end is 6.15mm wide at this point. The strap end has a knopped circular terminal (8.15mm wide and 6.2mm thick) with a flattened base. The strap end is 20.65mm in length, 8.15mm wide and weighs 3.06 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 11th October 2016
Last updated: Monday 5th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-E4B2D3
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy medieval circular half noble coin weight, dating between the 15th and 16 centuries. The obverse portrays an image of a ship, and the reverse surface appears to have 4 scratch marks upon it. Similar examples to this coin weight can be seen in Withers (1995) "Lions, Ships and Angels" , bottom of page 18. It could be possible that this object could be a noble with a ship with lis and Lion, (top of page 19) however, the coin weight is damaged rather significantly.
Created on: Wednesday 12th October 2016
Last updated: Thursday 10th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Devizes', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-6423F9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval silver halfgroat of Henry VI dating to AD 1422-1427. Mint of Calais. North 1429
Created on: Tuesday 18th October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heytesbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-75FF4C
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval copper alloy integral plate spur buckle dating to AD 1250-1500. The buckle has an oval shape frame with a notch at the central top point and also with a rectangular section attached to it. There are four diagonal grooves two on each frame band all following the same direction.The edges of this buckle are all smooth. The pin is missing. The rectangular section of the buckle remains undecorated and has two circular perforations, the rivets are missing. A good comparison of this buckle can be found in "Buckles" (2003) Ross Whitehead page 33 No.186.
Created on: Wednesday 19th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 7th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heytesbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-7690DA
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy medieval to post medieval handle lug from a chafing dish dating to the period AD c1400-c1600. Only a short section of the drop handle remains where it fitted through the loop and it has evidence of wear as it pivoted in the loop. The attachment loop has small shoulders extending to the sides of the loop which are a tiny bit wider than the loop. The dimensions for this find 18.64mm long, 15.48mm wide and 4.42mm thick. Cf. Egan; The Medieval Household (2010) 175, fig.143, no.487.
Created on: Wednesday 19th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 7th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-88E107
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval cast copper alloy bar mount dating to cAD 1350 - 1400. This is a bar mount with terminal lobes and a central hemispherical-section central lobe or boss which shows a pattern of 6 transverse grooves. Both end lobes have no perferations but on the reverse surface, one rivet on in terminal lobe. Also on the reverse the hemispherical section is hollow and dips, creating a bowl type shape. The bar mount is 24.3mm in length (each terminal lobe c5.30mm in diameter), 11.09mm in width and weighs 3.28g. Two parallels can be found in Brian Read (2001) "Metal Artefact…
Created on: Thursday 20th October 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 7th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Heytesbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-FD51C8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Edward I dating to the period AD 1299-AD 1301. York mint. Class 9b. North 1037/1.
Created on: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Last updated: Thursday 15th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-DF76E1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible silver cut halfpenny of William I 'The Lion', Scottish issue, dating to AD 1195-c 1205. The reverse type depicts a voided short cross and stars. Uncertain mint and phase. Cf Spink, 2003, "Coins of Scotland Ireland and The Islands Second Edition" Spink and Son Ltd, London p 13 no 5027.
Created on: Monday 24th October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wellow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-FD0CE3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Edward I dating to the period AD 1280-AD 1281. London mint. Class 3.
Created on: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Last updated: Thursday 15th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shrewton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-E0AFBC
Object type: HOOK
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, copper alloy one piece havett, dating to the late medieval to post medieval period 1500AD-1650AD. This is an uncommon type of double-sharp hooked clasp. The bar of the object is bent and has two hooks, both of which bend inwards at 45 degrees. In the centre of the bar is a rectangular cross section grip, where all of the horizontal edges are dented, creating a recognizable zig zag pattern. It is thought that an iron wire wrapped around the rectangular cross section was the method used to create this patterned grip. This find comes under other terms "havette", "habick…
Created on: Monday 24th October 2016
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shoscombe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-E2AA99
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bath and North East Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy fragment of a probable medieval single loop buckle dating to AD 1250-1400. Half of the loop and the pin bar are missing. The loop has an expanded oval epansion flanked by a raised ridge in the centre of the loop, on the left hand side. To the right no clear break is visible on the oval expansion. The loop expands to a broadly rectangular terminal which beears similarities to a recessed pin bar on single loop buckles. No definitive break is visible.
Created on: Monday 24th October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wellow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-0C614E
Object type: PIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possibly complete medieval to post-medieval copper-alloy pin, dating to the broad period of AD 1300-1750 . The undecorated head is an oblate spheroid. Below the head is a small elongated collar. The shaft is circular in cross-section and narrows to a sharp point. The shaft has an unatural 90 degree bend to it. There is a chance that this pin has been reworked, possibly to make it shorter. The pin is 28.97mm in overall length; diameter of head: 8.99mm; height of head including collar: 10.23mm; diameter of shaft at its widest: 2.21mm. Weight: 3.92 ExampleS of this pin can be fo…
Created on: Wednesday 26th October 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 6th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-1ED23E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The spindle whorl is plano convex with a large central perforation. One faces appears to have a transverse groove encircling the entire whorl, but the other face remains undecorated. In the centre of the cross section, there is also a notable ridge, clearly defining two halves of the object. The metal has a white patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 22.39mm in diameter, 7.95mm thick and weighs 27.20 grams.
Created on: Thursday 27th October 2016
Last updated: Monday 31st October 2016
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Record ID: WILT-B5FFB9
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete medieval copper alloy single looped buckle, dating to AD 1250-1400, the pin is missing. The buckle is D shaped and sub circular in cross section. The band of the buckle where the pin would have originally been attached is straight, but then gradually bends into a D shape. At the bend, the band gradually widens. The buckle is a simple design and has no decoration. An example of this buckle is in Whitehead (2003) pages 14 and 18, No.47. Whitehead does state that buckles like this have been used since the beginning of the 13th century, but simple D shape buckles lik…
Created on: Thursday 3rd November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-063464
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, copper alloy probable bar mount, dating to between the medieval and post medieval period (AD 1250- AD 1600). One terminate of the mount is square in shape and cross section. Both of the horizontal edges act as a collar as they both exceed the shapes width. There are two rivets in place, on centrally, and one just below, both of which, penetrate all the way through. The bar of the mount increases in thickness as its central ridge protrudes upwards into an arch. The bar terminates in a circular shape and cross section. There is also a singular rivet in this terminate, w…
Created on: Monday 7th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-089DAA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval farthing of Edward I dating to the period AD 1300-1310. Withers type 28. North class 10. London mint. North: 1058.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-092413
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver imitation pollard of a medieval Edwardian penny struck under Arnold V, dating to the period AD 1297- AD 1323. Reverse: MON ETA COM ITIS, long cross with three pellets in three of the quarters, and three rosettes in one of the quarters. Mayhew: page 51, type 70.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-09519A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval farthing of Edward I dating to the period AD 1300-1310. Withers type 28. North class 10. London mint. North: 1058.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th December 2016
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Record ID: WILT-1BAB18
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny, long cross of Henry III dating to the period AD c. 1251-1272. Class Vb. Nichole moneyer. Canterbury mint. North: 992.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2016
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2016
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Record ID: WILT-1C4822
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A quarter cut silver medieval farthing, short cross of an uncertain ruler, dating to the period AD 1180- AD 1278. Possibly Henry moneyer. Uncertain mint.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2016
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2016
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Record ID: WILT-1CB352
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cut silver medieval half penny, long cross of Henry III dating to the period AD 1247- AD 1248. Class Ib. Nichole moneyer. London mint. North: 984.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2016
Last updated: Thursday 17th November 2016
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Record ID: WILT-9C4D78
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver medieval penny of Edward I or Edward II dating to the period AD 1300-1310. London mint. Class 10.
Created on: Monday 14th November 2016
Last updated: Monday 5th December 2016
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