Record ID: ESS-A08BA4
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  Two fragments of an incomplete silver medieval finger ring, dating to c.AD 1200-1500. The external face of the hoop has an engraved Latin inscription in black-letter (or 'Gothic') script. One fragment appears to read IHC / NAZ translating as Jesus of Naz[areth].  The second fragment appears to have the letters NEN or REN which may translate to the latter part of the word [Naza]n/ren (originally perhaps Nazarenus, the Latin for 'of Nazareth').  The writing is separated by a vine and leaf design of a single stem with 5 leaf heads. Dimensions:…
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Hallingbury', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-9E9F07
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  An incomplete, gold Medieval finger-ring, dating to c. 1200-1400 CE. The ring is formed of a thin hoop (which is broken and bent out of shape), terminating in a damaged bezel, which would have likely been oval in shape, with four clawed collets that would have held a now missing stone. The hoop is circular in section. Dimensions:  External diameter:  33mm at widest point (ring is broken and no longer circular); hoop thickness:  3.2mm, weight:  4.56g Discussion:  Finger rings with bezels in this shape, made to fit the settings, are Medieval …
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Friday 8th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elmstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-4CE3C9
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Sub-cylindrical lead weight of uncertain age, likely dating from the Medieval to Modern period. The weight is formed of a central iron rod (still partially visible) around which is a sub-cylindrical lead-alloy mass. weight: 128.57g, length: 27.8mm, width: 28.5mm
Created on: Saturday 12th December 2020
Last updated: Saturday 12th December 2020
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Record ID: ESS-775E34
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two fragments of a decorated cast copper-alloy buckle frame, dating to the Medieval period. The frame is 'D' shaped in section once the halves are fitted together. The buckle is flat with decorative elements on one face. Each of these elements is situated within rectangular 'panels' across the buckle frame face (outer edge). These segments are defined in some instances by a single transverse grooved line, and in other by a thin raised transverse ridge. Within the 'panels' the decoration takes the form of stamped dots as well as lines forming triangular shapes. Some of the decoration n…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-BD857A
Object type: BELL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy bell dating from the Medieval to Post Medieval periods, c. AD 1300-1600. The bell is sub-circular in shape, with the main body formed of four inwardly cirving tabs of flat copper-alloy sheet. There is a rectangular sectioned stem emerging from the centre top of the bell body. At the terminal of the stem, there is a flattened circular tab with a hole at the centre (now damaged) which acts as the attachment loop. The pea, made of iron, is intact and found inside the bell body. Bells of this sheet metal type are commonly attributed to the Medieval and early Post-Me…
Created on: Monday 23rd November 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 24th November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-BA099A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead-alloy oval shaped seal matrix. The matrix is flat on the face and slightly concave on the back. There are two small mounts on the back that were likely part of an attachment piece. The face features a border of engraved letters with an oval shape at the centre, inside which is a decorative motif. Dimensions: weight: 19.5g, length: 32.3mm, width: 22.2mm, thickness: 7.2mm
Created on: Monday 23rd November 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 24th November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-DC0751
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  A complete medieval gold stirrup shaped finger ring with stone setting, dating to c. 1150-1450.  The hoop is rounded in cross-section.  It flares to steep undecorated shoulders with a solid rectangular bezel.  The bezel is set with a rectangular gem of purple colour (possibly Amethyst) which has a shiny, cabochon-cut polished convex surface. Dimensions:  External diameter: 22.5mm (internal diameter: 19.4mm); external diameter including bezel: 26mm; thickness of hoop: 1.7mm; weight: 3.54g. Discussion:  Stirrup-shaped gem-set rings are a wel…
Created on: Wednesday 7th October 2020
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wimbish', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-DA3378
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete medieval (AD1300-1400) gold finger ring set with a green gemstone, identified by the British Museum's Department of Scientific Research through Raman spectroscopy as beryllium aluminium silicate, likely emerald. The transverse bezel has a pyramidal collet of ‘pie-dish’ form to hold the polished rectangular gemstone. The hoop is circular, although slightly distorted, and has a ‘D’-shaped section. The entire outside of the hoop is decorated, starting at the shoulders with a series of three ridges, followed by a quatrefoil of four point…
Created on: Wednesday 7th October 2020
Last updated: Thursday 4th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chipping Ongar', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-D90D1B
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An inscribed silver finger ring, ornamented with a buckle motif which extends either side of the hoop creating an openwork effect. The ‘buckle’ is of square shape with sides which project beyond the corners in a design which does not appear to be paralleled in real buckles (see Egan & Pritchard 1991). The hoop thickens to form the tongue of the strap, which is decorated with five stars, perhaps representing holes. The remainder of the hoop is engraved with a series of symbols; a star is followed by two groups of what appear to be letters. The band is…
Created on: Wednesday 7th October 2020
Last updated: Friday 15th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Magdalen Laver', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-C504FC
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
incomplete cast copper-alloy book fitting, dating to the medieval period, c. AD 1350-1450. The fitting appears to be of Howsam class A.1. The main body of the fitting is comprised of a circular central portion 10.8mm in height, with a drilled hole at the centre. from one edge emerges a zoomorphic head pointing downward, toward the base of the fitting. On it can be seen moulded decoration depicting ears, as well as a constriction defining the snout or muzzle, and beneath, an incised line defining the mouth. Opposite the animal head terminal on the other side of the circular centra…
Created on: Tuesday 6th October 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-1EEE34
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy weight with a cylindrical shaped void or hole running through the centre from top to bottom (diameter 6.5mm). The item has 14 sides (including the flat top and bottom where the holes are present) and weighs 68.72g. Many of the edges and vertices are worn, though the faces are still distinguishable. The item takes the form of a large bead, though due to its size and weight, it was been recorded as a weight, possibly a loom weight. It is likely Early medieval to medieval in date.
Created on: Wednesday 16th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-1ED1F0
Object type: SWORD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy sword, knife or dagger pommel, likely dating to the medieval period. The pommel is hexagonal in form with a flat top at the centre of which is a sub-rectangular void. Two sub-ovoid knops emerge opposite one another from the edge, extending down slightly into the sides of the hexagon shaped pommel. The sides are slanted slighty inward so that the pommel tapers slightly in width as it nears the bottom edge. Near to this bottom edge is a incised double line border with transverse vertical lines inside. The bottom is open.
Created on: Wednesday 16th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0D0268
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Double struck slightly damaged silver cut halfpenny of uncertain issuer, possibly Richard I (AD 1157-1199). Mint uncertain, moneyer is possibly Henri.
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0CCB49
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Irish silver cut halfpenny of Henry III (AD 1216-1272). Dublin mint, moneyer is David. Dates to the period c. AD 1251-1254.
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0CB051
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307) or early reign of Edward II (AD 1307-1327). Class 10cf (1301-1310). Canterbury mint
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0C62CC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn silver penny of uncertain issuer, but likely Richard II to Richard III (c. AD 1377-1485). York mint
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0C24F2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver farthing of Edward IV (first reign AD 1461-1470) As North 1612/1. London mint
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0B3DD2
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragmentary copper-alloy strap end dating to the medieval period c. AD 1200-1400. The item is formed of a flat piece of copper-alloy sheet plate, ending in a curved rectangular terminal which is raised higher than that of the sheet plate. At the centre of this terminal is a rivet, still intact. There appears to be some moulded decoration on the terminal, though the nature of the decoration cannot be clearly stated. The flat sheet plate is decorated with zig zag incised lines forming a large cross. Similar artefacts have been recorded on the database, see also LIN-9E550B, SOM…
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-0B19E4
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy worn uniface coin weight for a half Ryal (rose noble), of 3.50g (circa 0.12oz, 54 grains),depicting a ship. Mid to late 15th century
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-A331A3
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy thimble dating to the 13th century, c. AD 1200-1300. The thimble, which has a max. base diameter of 15.2mm, is domed and tapers to a slight point. It is 11.7mm high and weighs 2.01g. The decoration on the side of the thimble are arranged into five panels each separated with a double groove border, forming a 'strapwork' decorative motif. The domed section of the thimble is also arranged into five panels, though these are separated with a single groove border. At the apex of the thimble point there is a moulded five petalled flower design, with each petal fitting into …
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.