Record ID: ESS-A16C17
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Morini Celtic gold qtr stater 11mm,1.48g
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-A0B0FE
Object type: CUFF LINK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  An incomplete, single post-medieval silver cufflink of the 'Crown and Heart' Form 1, Type A style (Finds Research Datasheet 46), dating to the 17th century or very early 18th century, circa AD 1625-1725.  The disc is near complete with a chip missing from the top left side (at around the ‘11 O’clock’ mark if compared with a clock face).  There is some damage to the border on the right side and the general condition is quite worn.  The front of the cufflink shows a crown above two side-by-side hearts.  The reverse has two …
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Friday 21st July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tendring', grid reference and parish protected.

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-A03972
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A group of 3 Eastern British Iron Age gold coins (2 staters and 1 quarter stater) Coin 1 Iron Age (c. 30 - 10BC) Gold stater of Addedomaros (ABC 2517). Obverse: Six-armed wreath spiral, three crescents at centre.  Reverse:  Horse right Dimensions:  D: 16.65mm; Weight: 5.47g Coin 2 Iron Age (c. AD 10-40) Gold quarter stater of Cunobelin (ABC 2819). Obverse: [C]AM C[VN]:  Corn ear without central stalk, CAM to left, CVN to right.  Reverse:  CV[N]: Horse rearing right, dashes for mane, branch above, CVN below Dimensions:&nbs…
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Friday 8th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Bromley', 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-9E9A85
Object type: HOOKED TAG
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A complete cast silver, or possibly silver-gilt, dress hook dating to the early Post-Medieval period (c. 1500-1600), of Read (2008) Class K, Type 2. The object is an openwork, moulded-relief, circular plate decorated with a love-heart in the centre surrounded by a floral wreath made up of five flowers, probably roses, spaced equidistantly apart with foliage between. A rectangular attachment loop extends from the upper edge of the wreath. Extending from the lower edge of the wreath is a circular-sectioned hook with a pointed terminal that curves inwards towards the rear. …
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Thursday 12th May 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Sampford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-9E4414
Object type: PIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An incomplete, gilded silver decorated pin of Post-Medieval date (c. AD 1500-1600). The object consists only of the head of the pin, which is composed of a semi-hemispherical upper part with a circumferential rib separating it from the inverted cone shaped lower part. The upper hemisphere is decorated with three filigree circles, enclosing four smaller circles in the shape of a clover, around a central knop. Another, larger knop is at the top of the head, where the three larger circles meet. Additional pellets are placed between each of the three larger knops (two…
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Friday 21st January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'St Osyth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-9DB6CE
Object type: RIBBON
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  A fragment possibly from a gold Middle Bronze Age composite penannular ring, dating to c.1300-1100 cal BC. The warped fold plate made of three strands of gold wire, stacked on top of each other and fused together to produce a ribbed effect.  The wires are a D-shape, in cross-section, the flat surface being the inner surface of the ring where the fusing of these two pieces can be clearly seen. These wires end in smooth rounded terminals but at each end which may indicate this represents the original circular form now bent out of shape. In profile the ring is an i…
Created on: Wednesday 16th December 2020
Last updated: Thursday 2nd March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leaden Roding', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-4D7A14
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy mount (probably) dating from the Post Medieval to Modern period c. AD 1750-1900. Similar examples to this have been recorded on the database and have been described as likely mounts, with one (CORN-CE63E7) being described as a cornucopuia terminal. The mount is triangular in plan and takes the form of a ram's head with hors to either side, curing inward towards the eyes. The head emerges from a sub-cylindrical foliate decorated 'tube' which terminates in a downward curving oval shaped tab. The inside of the tube is hollow though the inside of the ram's head port…
Created on: Saturday 12th December 2020
Last updated: Saturday 12th December 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: ESS-4D072D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Gold plated (copper-alloy cored) contemporary copy of an iron age gold stater of the Trinovantes (Eastern Region) dating to c. 60-40 BC. Rudd's 'Late Whaddon Chase - big pellet' type. ABC p. 119, no. 2338 for solid gold prototype.
Created on: Saturday 12th December 2020
Last updated: Saturday 12th December 2020
No spatial data available.

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
No spatial data available.

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-BD9843
Object type: SOCKETED AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Very worn fragment of a copper-alloy socketed axehead dating to the Late Bronze Age period, that is c. 1000-800BC. The remaining fragment of the axehead takes the form of a slightly curved sub rectangular piece of the looped section of a socketed axe. The loop is still present and is integrally cast. Dimensions: weight: 10.8g, length: 27.0mm, width: 16.3mm, height: 14.9mm
Created on: Monday 23rd November 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd February 2021
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-BC2CC4
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper-alloy brooch of Roman date, c. AD 50-80. Harlow type, Mackreth 1.a (see Mackreth 2011: 50). The brooch features a double pierced lug though the lower piercing for the axis bar is broken. The upper chord piercing is intact with the chord and springs to either side still in situ. The wings are semi-cylindrical and open at the rear. The brooch is 'T' shaped in form, with the bow being slightly wider at the head where it extends into the top part of the lug. The bow features a central spine with a thin incised line down the centre. There appears to be the remains of some…
Created on: Monday 23rd November 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 29th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-BACFD0
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper-alloy strap union dating from the late Iron Age to early Roman period, c. 100 BC to AD 100. The item is formed of a central vertical row of three openwork circles, all 'D' shaped in section. From the circles at either end of the row emerge circular shaped tabs. These are perpendicular to the face of the openwork circles, and there are four in total; two on the upper circle, emerging on opposite sides, and two on the lower. Between the tabs on each side of the row of circles is a cylindrical bar that connects the two tabs on either side. This forms two strap bars at ei…
Created on: Monday 23rd November 2020
Last updated: Thursday 11th November 2021
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: BERK-9865CA
Object type: CORE
Broad period: PALAEOLITHIC
County: West Berkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Paleolithic to Neolithc flint core. Mottled grey-white on one side but in general has a orange-brown patina. Irregular shape. Bifacial flaking. Two parallel blade scars on one end and one on the reverse. At the other end and to the side is another blade scar. Two striking platform. Several removals for rejuvenation. Likely dates to the Paleolithic. Larget flakes early with smaller later removals.
Created on: Wednesday 28th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 25th 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-DBD563
Object type: SCABBARD
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A near complete gilded silver pyramidal mount, probably from a sword scabbard, dating to the Early Medieval period (late sixth-seventh century). The mount is hollow and pyramid shaped with a square base and four triangular sides. An integral rectangular bar runs transversely across the base. The apex is flat with an empty cell, which probably held a decorative setting, now missing. Each face is decorated with the same motif in shallow relief: a triple-stranded looping triskele with an anti-clockwise twist at each corner, forming a loop. Traces of gilding are reta…
Created on: Wednesday 7th October 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 15th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Allington', 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-D9756E
Object type: INGOT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description:  An early medieval (Viking period) cut silver ingot, dating to c.AD 850-950. The ingot is a rectangular bar that is semi-circular in cross section with one side hammered so it is smooth.  The underside is slightly curved in plan.  The ends have been roughly cut.  The weight is 19.36g which equates to roughly three quarters of an assumed Scandinavian weight unit of 26.0 ± 2.0g (Graham-Campbell & Kruse 2011, 76).  Dimensions:  Length: 22.32mm; Width: 14.52mm; Thickness: 7.81mm; Weight: 19.36g Discussion:  Although ingots/ha…
Created on: Wednesday 7th October 2020
Last updated: Thursday 23rd February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Elmdon', 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-C81459
Object type: PIPE TAMPER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy tobacco pipe tamper dating to the post medieval period, c. 1600-1700. The item is formed of a flat oval shaped plate with two faces. On one can be seen a profile bust in relief, likely that of King Charles I. On the opposite side is a crowned oval shield with three lozenges across, inside a garniture. Extending from the bottom edge of the oval plate is a cylindrical shaft with a widened mid-section and decorative collars, and a tapering base below an incised collar, ending in the flat circular tamper portion of the artefact. A close parallel to this example exis…
Created on: Tuesday 6th October 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
Spatial data recorded.

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-1F1C75
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy pot leg from a cauldron or similar large metal vessel. The leg is zoomorphic in form and appears as a three-toed foot. Each 'toe' is rounded with the centre one being the largest. The upper portion of the toes moulds into the leg support, which is triangular in plan. The base of the pot leg is somewhat uneven and worn. The patina is light green in colour and very worn, with areas of darker green, smoother texture. The item likely dates from the medieval to post medieval periods, c. AD 1250-1700.
Created on: Wednesday 16th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 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-1EAE2A
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast copper-alloy eye fitting from a toggle clasp sword belt, dating from c. AD 1550-1650. The item is sub-rectangular in shape and is formed of an outer 'D' shaped sectioned frame with a rectangular void at the centre. One edge has a raised curved profile. The opposite edge appears to be broken just beyond a slightly raised ridge. Near to the raised curved edge there is a loop attached with an approx internal diameter of 3.6mm.
Created on: Wednesday 16th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-1E90AB
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One half of a lead-alloy cloth seal dating to the post medieval period. The seal is sub-circular in shape with the legend HENRY TVTHIL[L].
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
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-09BD75
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a Roman brooch, c. AD 43-410. The remains of a brooch with only the lower portion of the bow, the foot and part of the catchplate still remaining. The bow has a raised central ridge, and the catchplate has a triangular void at the centre. The patina is brown with some indication of iron staining, but generally smooth in texture
Created on: Tuesday 15th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

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.

Record ID: ESS-A2DD1C
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy mount dating to the medieval period c. AD 1350-1500. The mount is made of a sub rectangular sheet of copper-alloy metal. The decorative face of the mount has incised black letter decoration on a background of incised zig-zag lines. Though it is difficult to discern the exact inscription, it could be IhS (denoting the name of Christ in its abbreviated form), as a striking parallel of this example exists with the same inscription and was recorded on the database here: DENO-55231A. The back of the mount is undecorated and shows the remains of three integral lugs.
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-A29074
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy strap fitting dating to the medieval period, c. AD 1300-1500. The fitting is bar shaped with a triangular section. At either terminal there are two bulbous knops and a further pair of knops at the centre. The underside features three integral lugs, only one of which (the centre) remains unbroken, though it is bent. The surface of the fitting shows the remains of a decorative motif, though little detail can be seen. The item was gilded, and some of the gilding remains on the surface. Fittings of similar form are known from the database, and have been variously …
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Monday 28th September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-A257B3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper-alloy seal matrix dating from c. AD 1200-1400. The seal matrix has a circular die stamp and a tapered and faceted hexagonal section handle with a collared oval drilled loop at its apex. The terminal handle is trilobed. The die is engraved with a lion rampant right (left in impression), with the inscription * S' ROBERT VA[LC]HE (possibly)
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: ESS-A212C7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete copper-alloy seal matrix dating from c. AD 1200-1400. The seal matrix has a circular die stamp and a tapered and faceted hexagonal section handle with a collared oval drilled loop at its apex. The die has the engraved image of a squirrel facing right (left in impression) at the centre. Around this is the inscription * I CRAKE NOTIS (I crack nuts), which is a common legend on squirrel matrices (see also NLM-8D8EAA, WILT-B5DF0B, LVPL-0DFAFC, YORYM-ACEBA5
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-A1D8F9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete cast copper-alloy object with stamped ring and dot decoration. The item as it survives, is a formed of a curved 'D' shaped sectioned bar, with two curving arms protruding from the inside edge, meeting at a terminal. The terminal appears to be broken, and has two flaring knops to either side. The centre of the terminal is also decorated with a single dot and ring stamp. The Underside of the item is plain and undecorated. The curvature of the object suggests that the item was circular, at least partially, and bears some resemblance in form to buckles or harness or strap…
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-A08AEB
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy heraldic harness pendant dating to the medieval period c. AD 1250-1400. The pendant is shield shaped and sectioned into quarters. Two diagonal quarters show turreted castles inset with red enamel. The opposite diagonal pair are lions rampant, inset with blue enamel. There is a small sub rectangular stem emerging from the flat edge of the shield, which terminates in a broken point (the remains of an attachment loop).
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Friday 23rd April 2021
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Record ID: ESS-A05165
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: ROMAN
Workflow stage: Published
Partial copper-alloy slide key of Manning's type 2 (Manning 1985) dating to the Roman period c. AD 43-410. The stem is composed of a sub rectangular plate, with the remains of a loop at one end, and a narrowed stem section that meets the bit. The bit, formed of a rectangular plate, is positioned at a 90 degree angle to the plane of the stem. The teeth are formed of six prongs, two of which are broken at the base.
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 4th May 2022
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Record ID: ESS-A01233
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy zoomorphic brooch dating to the Roman period c. AD 100-200. The brooch is broken near the head and missing the pin and lug, but otherwise complete. It takes the form of a fish or dolphin and is approx. 52.1mm in length. The fish's tail is triangular and inset with two panels of triangular, brown coloured enamel, much of which is now missing. The maximum width of the tail is 12.9mm. On the underside of the tail are two semi-circular lugs with evidence of iron staining around a pierced hole. This would have been the pierced plate portion of the brooch hinge.…
Created on: Thursday 10th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8DA97B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman nummus of House of Constantine dating to the period AD 330-340. Reece period 17. CONSTANTINOPOLIS obverse with Victory on prow reverse type. Mint uncertain
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8D52F7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman radiate of Victorinus (AD 268-270). Dating to the period AD 269-271. Reece period 13. INVICTVS reverse type depicting Sol running left with globe and whip
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8D0975
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman nummus of Contantine I (AD 306-337). Dating to the period AD 310-318. Reece period 15. London mint. SOL INVICTO COMITI reverse type depicting Sol standing with whip and globe.
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8BCA1E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver groat of Edward IV's first reign (AD 1461-1470) dating to the period 1461-1464. Norwich mint. Sun initial mark. As North 1582.
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8B59ED
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver penny of Edward III (AD 1327-1377) dating from 1363-1369. Treaty period, as North 1264 (f). Mint of London
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8B15E3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver halfgroat of the Commonwealth (1649-1660). As North 2728
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8AEF94
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Damaged silver groat of Philip and Mary (1554-1558) dating from 1554 - 1558. As North 1973.
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8AC292
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603). Second coinage, dating to 1565, as North 1997.
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8A953D
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy and possibly lead traders token, likely dating to the post medieval period. Obverse features beaded border, inside is an eight pointed star or flower with I L DEVON around. Possibly a token for a trader with the initials 'I.L', from Devon.
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-89D418
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Milled copper-alloy trading token of John Harrop, a tea dealer in Gateshead. Dating to 1814. Obverse: JOHN HARROP GROCER & TEA DEALER 1814 BRIDGEND GATESGEAD Reverse: decorated tea chest at centre. *FINE TEAS* RAW & ROASTED COFFEE
Created on: Wednesday 9th September 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd September 2020
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Record ID: ESS-6019AA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver early Medieval penny or sceatta of primary phase, series C type, possibly variety C1 dating to c.700-710. Abramson (2012) no.4.10 Obverse: Radiate bust right, with insciption in front Reverse: Beaded votive standard, with downward sloping horns, central pellets, tufa enclosing trefoil, cross patee below, symbols or letters to side
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5FC56B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy Barbarous radiate of uncertain issuer dated to AD 275-285. (Period 14). Reverse type unknown. Mint unknown
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5FBD94
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy Barbarous radiate of uncertain issuer dated to AD 275-285. (Period 14). Reverse type unknown. Mint unknown
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5FB4C3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy Barbarous radiate of uncertain issuer dated to AD 275-285. (Period 14). Reverse type unknown. Mint unknown
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5F8506
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, worn, copper-alloy Roman barbarous radiate of the Divus Claudius II (AD 268-270) dating to the period AD 275-285 (Reece Period 14). CON[SECRATIO] reverse type depicting an eagle. Unknown mint.
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5F6225
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy nummus, possibly a contemporary copy of a coin of Theodora, dating to the period AD 337 - 341 (Reece Period 17). PIETAS ROMANA reverse type depicting Pietas facing holding infants. Mint uncertain
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5F37A6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Worn copper-alloy coin, likely a nummus or radiate of Roman date. Issuer uncertain. Both faces extremely worn
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5EF36B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy coin of Roman date, possibly an As. Uncertain issuer. Reverse is worn and no distinguishing features can be seen. Obverse depicts bust facing right, also very worn.
Created on: Monday 7th September 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BF9326
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy probable fasetner, possibly button and loop style, dating from the late Iron Age to early Roman period, c. 100 BC - AD 150. There are no direct classification parallels for this item, though it is likely related to Wild (1970) type 1 button and loop fasteners. The item is comprised of three conjoined hemispherical lugs. On the top of each lug is moulded decoration in the form of a small raised circular grain with a circular border around it. The lugs are arranged in a triangular shape. Two of the hemispheres show evidence of the remains of an attachment lo…
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BF3A92
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper-alloy strap end, dating to the Medieval period c. AD 1250-1500. The item has a flat reverse and slightly convex surface. The terminal portion of a strap end showing a foliate moulded terminal with a rivet hole (1.6mm in diameter) at the centre. There is a constricted neck, and part of a plate with the remains of what is likely two rivet holes. The surface appears to be silvered or tinned, though the condition is abraded. Dimensions weight: 0.71g, length: 10.4mm, width: 10.6mm, thickness: 1.6mm
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BF19B4
Object type: PIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy pin, likely a hair pin, possibly dating to the Roman period c. AD 43-400. Much of the pin is missing, with only the head and a small section of the shaft now remain. The head is formed of a hemishperical terminal. A cylindrical shaft is attached below. The shaft is now broken and extends approx 12.2mm. Dimensions: weight: 1.39g, diameter of head: 7.2mm, height: 17.8mm
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BEFB64
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy 'rumbler' bell dating to the Post-Medieval period Cast in two halves, the bell has moulded decoration in the form of an octofoil flower on both the upper and lower hemispheres. There is a sounding slit in the lower hemisphere, as well as two sounding holes in the upper. Between the upper sounding holes are two small mounds at the top of which are holes, where the attachement loop has now broken off. The pea inside is still present. Dimensions: weight: 60.76g, diameter: 38.4mm, height: 39.2mm
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BEE273
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy Roman plate brooch, dating to the period c. AD 80 - 250. The brooch is circular in shape and features a flat plate on the back of which are the remains of the head and the catchplate. The face of the brooch is abraded and all of the decoration is now missing. It is unclear whether the brooch originally had enamel attached. There are raised concretions on the surface which could suggest a fixative medium, or could be the remains of moulded relief work which has since been abraded. A small portion of the head remains on the reverse, with one pierced lug stil…
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BB33B1
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a copper-alloy Roman brooch of Colchester derivative, Harlow type, likely dating to c. AD 50 - 70. The remaining section of the brooch comprises the head and the upper bow. The wings are fragmentary though is is likely that they were open at the reverse. There is a slightly raised central ridge on the bow. The patina is mostly abraded, though there are some areas of smooth, dark green surface remaining, including one part of the bow which shoes a small section of punched line decoration. Dimensions: weight: 4.41g, length: 18.5mm, width: 17.5
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-BAF5D6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy finger ring of probable Roman date.  The ring is circular in shape with a fracture on the lower ring band. The band is thin and 'D' shaped in section. The shoulders flare slightly then constrict to meet a circular bezel that sits between them.  There is moulded decoration on the surface of both shoulders and though worn, appears to depict three raised dots with a central incised line running through the centre. The bezel also features moulded decoration in the form of a raised circular ridge at the centre, around which are small lines in a sun burst mot…
Created on: Tuesday 18th August 2020
Last updated: Thursday 29th September 2022
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Record ID: ESS-A4B55A
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: ROMAN
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Sherd of a ceramic Roman pot - decorated Samian Ware.
Created on: Monday 17th August 2020
Last updated: Friday 9th July 2021
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Record ID: ESS-834A16
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy Roman nummus of House of Constantine dating to the period c. AD 330-335. Reece period 17. GLORIA EXERCITVS REVERSE with two soldiers holding two standards. Mint unknown
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-8336C6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy Roman nummus of House of Constantine dating to the period c. AD 330-335. Reece period 17. GLORIA EXERCITVS REVERSE with two soldiers holding two standards. Mint unknown
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-82EF95
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period c. AD 330-335. Reece period 17. Wolf and twins reverse. Mintmark - // *S L [?]
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-82BDBE
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period c. AD 330-335. Reece period 17. Victory on prow with sceptre and shield reverse. Mint of Trier
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-827D42
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragmented silver Roman denarius of Titus (AD 79-81) struck c. AD 79. Reece period 4. TR P VIIII IMP XIIII COS VII [PP?] reverse inscription. Reverse type depicting captive kneeling before trophy. Mint of Rome. RIC vol II, nos 12/30/31
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-801887
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper-alloy annular double loop buckle, dating from the Medieval period to the Post Medieval period, c. AD 1350-1650. The buckle is circular in shape with a central strap bar that is not narrowed or offset. One side of the circular buckle is much thinner than the opposite and is slightly warped, which may suggest heavy use and wear. The patina is dark green in coloour and rough in texture, which may indicate cruse relief decoration which has since been worn
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-80001E
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy plate brooch dating to the Roman period c. AD 25-250, likely of continental origin. Makreth reference type PL CONT, see Makreth 2011, plates 108-110. The brooch is circular in plan and divided into three concentric circles formed by raised ridges. The outermost circular ridge is the largest at a diameter of 33.3mm, and forms the border. The middle ridge is the same height as the outer as is 24.9mm in diameter. The inner circular ridge is 18.3mm in diameter, is taller and would have held a decorative enamel element within it. The remains of a pale grey substance likel…
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-7F75D3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy coin, probably a nummus of Roman date, likely issued by the House of Constantine. Reverse type unknown. Dating to c. AD 307-363. Obverse: possible bare-headed or laureate bust right. Reverse: uncertain.
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-7F5DA4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy As or dupondius of unknown issuer, dating to the Roman period, c. AD 43-260. Obverse shows extremely worn bearded bust facing right. Standing figure on reverse
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-7F5253
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy As or dupondius of unknown issuer, dating to the Roman period, c. AD 43-260. Obverse shows extremely worn bust facing right. Reverse is possible standing figure
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-7F2621
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver struck voided long cross penny of Henry III (AD 1247-1272) class IIIb, dating to the period c. AD 1248-1250. Star initial mark. Minted by Nicole in London Obverse features bust facing without sceptre. hENRICVS REX III. Reverse is voided long cross with three pellets in each angle. NIC / OLE / ON L/ VND
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-7EB270
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cut and fragmentary struck silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (AD 1558-1603). Dating to the period c. AD 1561-1603. Initial mark unknown. Obverse depicts bust facing left. [ELIZABETH D G] ANG FRA E [T HIB REGINA Reverse depicts cross fourchee over shield. Date of 15[??] above. [POSVI DEV ADIVTO] REM ME[V] Radius is 12.5 giving an approx diameter of 25mm
Created on: Monday 3rd August 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-AB69E9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver milled shilling of William III dating to AD 1698. Crowned cruciform shield reverse. Mint of London. Obverse: Laureate bust right. Legend: GVLIELMVS III DEI GRA Reverse: Crowned cruciform shield. Legend: 16 96 MAG BR FRA ET HIB REX
Created on: Friday 24th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-AAF877
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy octofoil mount or furniture fitting, likely dating to the Post Medieval period, c. AD 1550 - 1800. The mount is octofoil in form and comprises eight slightly raised segments separated by thinner, also raised, linear bars which emanate from the petals of an octofoil flower. At the centre of the mount is a circular hole, likely for a rivet. The underside of the mount is plain and undecorated. Dimensions: weight: 8.81g, diameter: 31.5mm, thickness: 1.9mm
Created on: Friday 24th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-AACB0B
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragmented copper-alloy rumbler bell dating to the Post Medieval period. The remaining portion of the bell comprises the upper hemisphere, the middle raised ridge, and a thin section of the lower hemisphere. There are two sounding bells on the upper hemisphere surface, between which is a squared attachment loop. The pea is missing. Dimensions: weight: 19.56g, height: 31.1mm, diameter at centre: 32.7mm, thickness:1.0mm
Created on: Friday 24th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-987735
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver struck penny of Edward (Edward I (1272 - 1307), class 3e. York mint Obverse is trifoliate crowned bust facing. Cross pattee initial mark. EDWR ANGL DNS HYB. Reverse is Long cross dividing legend with three pellets in each angle. CIVI/TAS/EBO/RACI
Created on: Thursday 23rd July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-982A4D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Silver denarius of Vespasian (AD 69-79) dating from c. AD 69-71 (Reece period 4). COSITER TR POT reverse type depicting Aequitas standing left holding scales and rod. Mint of Rome
Created on: Thursday 23rd July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-97C3D5
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragmented copper-alloy rumbler bell with intact iron pea. The item dates to the Post-Medieval period. The bel is formed of two connected hemispheres with a raised ridge at the centre. There are two sounding holes in the upper hemisphere and a slit in the lower. Much of the lower hemisphere is damaged, with a small fragment of the bell wall having come loose. The iron pea is intact. The upper hemisphere also shows evidence of an attachment loop between the sounding holes, as the surface has worn away at two points, likley where a loop was originally attached. Dimensions: wei…
Created on: Thursday 23rd July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-9779BC
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy annular brooch dating from c. 1200-1400 The brooch is circular in plan with six event spaced raised collects around the upper surface. These collect rise approx. 3.2mm from the surface of the brooch frame. Between each collet, the thickness of the brooch frame increases slightly at the centre, and thins near to the collet bases, giving the appearance of raised scallops when viewed in section. Inside each collet are the remains of a white paste, which would have been used to secure decorative gems or enamel that is now missing. There pin is attached to a narrowe…
Created on: Thursday 23rd July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 6th October 2020
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Record ID: ESS-DB2E36
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete copper-alloy object, possibly a late Roman radiate or nummus but of unclear type dating to the period c.AD 260-402. Both faces are illegible. Unclear mint.
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2020
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Record ID: ESS-DB21A6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A corroded copper-alloy coin, possibly an Iron Age unit of the North Thames region / Catuvellauni and Trinovantes, dating to the period c.AD 10-40, possibly Cunobelinus Belenus type. Obverse: Unclear facing bust? Reverse: Possible boar left? cf. ABC p. 140, no. 2912.
Created on: Tuesday 14th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2020
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Record ID: ESS-5A542B
Object type: BUTTON COVER
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: An incomplete post-medieval silver commemorative button. The button consists of a near complete silver circular disc which has a small chip missing at the '8 o'clock' mark (if compared with a clock face). The disc is bent so the front folds slightly inwards. The front face is decorated with a border of three rows of rectangular stamped marks. Inside the border is a motif consisting of an acorn on a leaf. The back of the disc is plain. The edges are damaged such that it is difficult to determine the extent to which they may have originally curved towards the bac…
Created on: Wednesday 8th July 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 1st February 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ashingdon', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-658474
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Worn copper-alloy Roman nummus, probably of the House of Valentinian, dating to the period c. AD 388-402. Likely VICTORIA AVG reverse type depicting Victory standing left with wreath. Mint unknown.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 10th June 2020
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Record ID: ESS-656C09
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Worn copper-alloy Roman radiate of Tetricus I (AD 271-274). PAX AVG reverse type featuring Pax with spear and branch. Reece period 13. Mint unknown
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 10th June 2020
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Record ID: ESS-65589C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy Dupondius or As of uncertain issuer and date, likely dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Obverse shows a worn bust facing right. The reverse appears to depict a standing figure
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 10th June 2020
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Record ID: ESS-654C9E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy Dupondius or As of uncertain issuer and date, likely dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Obverse shows a female bust facing right. The reverse depicts a standing figure with a spear in one hand and an object in the other. The edges are worn and the coin is now sub-square in shape.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 10th June 2020
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Record ID: ESS-652F86
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Extremely worn copper-alloy Dupondius or As of uncertain issuer and date, likely dating from the 1st to 3rd centuries AD. Obverse shows a very worn bust facing right
Created on: Tuesday 2nd June 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 10th June 2020
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