Record ID: BM-A46342
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Published
A gold, short length of octagonal-sectioned rod (Length 19mm; diameter 9mm; weight 17g.), broken at each end. While ornaments made from octagonal-sectioned rod are known in the Bronze Age, there is insufficient evidence to place this piece chronologically or culturally. This object was reported as possible Treasure under the Treasure Act 1996, and subsequently declared not to be treasure.
Created on: Tuesday 16th August 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 16th August 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rousdon', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BM-0F5742
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of unidentified iron object of uncertain date. The object has a square section shaft that tapers to a point at one end, with the remains of a flat plate at the other. The object measures 65mm in length, a maximum of 6mm in width and weighs 3 grams.
Created on: Sunday 16th August 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-0F6CD6
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Published
An unidentified iron object possibly Roman in date. The object possesses a circular-section stem which widens at one end to form a terminal, possibly with a circular perforation and smaller end knop. The object has a length of 137mm, a maximum width of 12mm and weighs 18 grams.
Created on: Sunday 16th August 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 1st May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F2C3D6
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an unidentified copper-alloy object of uncertain date. The fragment comprises part of a rim and body, perhaps from a small vessel. The rim is curved and notched on its outer surface. The object measures 17mm in height, 20mm in width and 2mm in thickness.
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F3C5B9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an unidentified copper-alloy object of uncertain date. The object comprises a flat tongue-shaped plate. On the upper surface of the plate is a circular-section lug which is pierced at its centre. The piercing is filled with iron corrosion products. The object measures 21mm in length, 11mm in width and 4mm in thickness.
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F40781
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a lead-alloy or pewter object, possibly the wall of a vessel of uncertain date. The fragment is approximately rectangular in plan and section. It measures 30mm in length, 14mm in width and 4mm in thickness.
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-91120C
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A ring of worked antler of uncertain function and date. The ring has an external diameter of 45mm and an internal diameter of 27mm. The ring is 8mm in thickness and 8mm in width. It weighs 14.8g.
Created on: Saturday 29th November 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-1E33C1
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An elaborate copper-alloy mount of unknown date. The mount comprises a lozengiform plate which is hemispherical in section. The terminals of the plate are in the form of collared pelta motifs. On the underside of the mount are three circular-section lugs with applied rectangular end-plates. The mount measures a maximum of 19mm in length, 60mm in width and 3mm in thickness. The lugs measure 3mm in length. The mount weighs 14.3 grams.
Created on: Thursday 11th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-29E5B6
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified copper-alloy object, of uncertain date but probably not Roman. The object is shaped like a thimble, being hollow and cylindrical in shape and expanding towards it base. At the narrower end, there extends a short, circular-section lug. The cylindrical body bears evidence of diagonal file marks. The interior of the cylinder appears to be coated in lead solder or similar. The object measures 18mm in length. The top of the cylinder has a diameter of 10mm while the bottom has a diameter of 16mm. The lug has a diameter of 2mm.
Created on: Wednesday 21st September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-3B45D2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy openwork mount, probably a harness fitting dating to the Roman period. The mount is approximately circular in plan and rectangular in section. At the centre is a circular panel from which eight spokes emerge and join the outer band. The object has a maximum diameter of 27.3mm and a thickness of 1.7mm. The object weighs 3 grams. A similar but larger mount is described as an openwork phalera from a baldric on this website. (http://www.forumancientcoins.com/numiswiki/view.asp?key=military%20belts)
Created on: Thursday 22nd September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
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Record ID: BM-4F78ED
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron object of uncertain function or date, possibly a tool tine. It comprises a tapering spike with a rounded rectangular-section with a flat butt at one end, tapering to a flat point at the other. The object measures 170mm in length, a maximum of 22mm in width, a maximum of 19mm in thickness and weighs 126.8 grams.
Created on: Friday 23rd September 2016
Last updated: Monday 2nd September 2019
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Record ID: BM-500DB5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an iron object of uncertain date and function. It comprises a flat strip, with rounded ends and a waisted centre. Amorphous and corroded.The object measures 86mm in length, 22mm in width, 9mm in thickness and weighs 34 grams.
Created on: Friday 23rd September 2016
Last updated: Monday 2nd September 2019
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Record ID: BM-8F5F1D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete iron object of unknown date. The object consists of a flat sub-rectangular plate with a circular perforation in the centre. One end is damaged and the other end bent. The object has a length of 27mm, a width of 26mm, a thickness of 2mm and weighs 3.6 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Friday 25th June 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-8F99B1
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete piece of structural ironwork of unknown date. The object consists of a square section shaft that is bent into a loop at one end. The object has a length of 49mm. The loop has a diameter of 21mm, and the shaft a maximum width of 7mm. The object weighs 5 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-8FA62F
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead object, probably a pot mend or vessel repair of some kind. The object measures 48mm in length, 8mm in width and weighs 7 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-924B83
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete iron object, probably structural or a fitting, of unknown date. One terminal is flat and tongue-shaped. This extends into an oval-sectioned shaft that tapers towards the other terminal, which is damaged. On the reverse is a long, twisted pin at the wider end. The object has a length of 130mm, a maximum width of 27mm and a thickness of 8mm. The object weighs 91.8 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Friday 26th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-927BAA
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete iron object, possibly a fitting, of unknown date. One end is circular in shape with a small circular perforation in the centre. This extends to a flat shaft with a rounded terminal, on the underside of which is an irregular shaped lug. The object has a length of 44mm. The diameter of the head is 26mm and the maximum width of the shaft 19mm. The object has a thickness of 10mm and weighs 13.8 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Friday 26th October 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-930207
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of iron object of unknown date. The object comprises a flat, elongrated rectangular piece of metal that is bent slightly at one end. The object has a length of 45mm, a width of 9mm, a thickness of 5mm and weighs 6.2 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-9358DB
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron object, possibly a fitting, of unknown date. The object comprises a flat elongated rectangular piece of metal with a pointed lug at each end. The object is bent slightly into a shallow u-shape. The object has a length of 57mm, a width of 13mm and a thickness of 3mm. The object weighs 8.3 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 21st March 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-93A95F
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead object of unknown date. The object is disc-shaped and flat on both sides. The object measures 41mm in diameter and 5mm in thickness. The object weighs 41 grams.
Created on: Monday 26th September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-AFFF84
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of cut copper-alloy sheet of uncertain date and function. The sheet is rectangular in plan and appears to have a globule of lead solder on its upper surface. The object measures 20mm in length, 15mm in width and less than 1mm in thickness.
Created on: Wednesday 22nd June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 5th June 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-B01AFD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an unidentified copper-alloy object of uncertain date. The object appears to have originally been circular in plan with a flat base and a slightly everted rim. On the outer surface, the object is decorated with a circumferential groove. It measures 26mm in width and 10mm in height.
Created on: Wednesday 22nd June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-C07ECD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unfinished? copper-alloy object, possibly from an escutcheon from a vessel of uncertain date. The mount comprises a circular plate, which is slightly convex in section. A hemispherical-section lug extends from one end of the plate and curves back on itself. The underside of the plate is plain. The mount is very roughly finished. It also appears that the copper-alloy surface may conceal iron beneath although this may just be a result of the corrosion process. The object measures 67mm in length, 52mm in width and 3mm in thickness. The lug measures 7mm in width and 9mm in thickness. I…
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 16th October 2019
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Record ID: BM-4FABE8
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified iron object, possibly a file, dagger or tool tine of uncertain date. It comprises a long tapering spike with a short robust rectangular-sectioned portion at one end, with a flat butt, becoming ?semicircular in section and tapering to a point. The object measures 170mm in length, a maximum of 20mm in width and weighs 223.8 grams.
Created on: Friday 23rd September 2016
Last updated: Monday 2nd September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-C4C4D7
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified iron object of uncertain date. The object is cylindrical with a flat base and top and central circular perforation. It measures 27mm in diameter and 9mm in thickness. The perforation measures approximately 7mm in diameter. The object weighs 24.09 grams.
Created on: Thursday 11th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-EB782A
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead object of uncertain date. The object is approximately circular in plan and lentoidal in section, with a central circular perforation. Its upper surface is moulded into 9 segments resembling the petals of a flower. The surface is pitted and the object appears miscast. The underside of the object is flat and plain. The object measures 22mm in diameter and 3mm in thickness. The diameter of the perforation is 5mm. It weighs 8.35g.
Created on: Thursday 25th August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-813947
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a perforated copper-alloy object of uncertain date and function. The object is broadly leaf-shaped with a small loop at one end. The object measures 19mm in length, is 14mm in width and has a maximum thickness of 5mm. The internal diameter of the loop measures 2mm. The object weighs 1.3 grams.
Created on: Thursday 1st September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-7CEBA7
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object of uncertain function. The fragment is lentoidal in plan and hemispherical in section, with a central rectangular lug extending from its underside. The fragment measures 11.13mm in length, 8.43mm in width and 7.45mm thick. The fragment weighs 1.1 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 13th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-15AE47
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Published
A crushed and distorted roll (apparently rolled six times) of very thin sheet-gold strip, narrow, and seemingly parallel-sided, the free (outer) end slightly damaged. No markings are visible.
Created on: Tuesday 3rd May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-239133
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of square-sectioned rod which is fairly evenly twisted, but with tighter twisting towards the torn ends. The flange-crests are rather rounded and in places flattened due to damage.
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th May 2022
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-257960
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A small fragment of gold sheet was discovered. The fragment clearly is part of a larger object, but unfortunately close examination has proved unable to establish from what object the fragment came. It is impossible to establish the date of the object from which the fragment came. Analysis of the metal content of the fragment was also unable to provide further help in dating the piece. The fragment was found to contain 91% gold. Dr JD Hill Department of Prehistory and Early Europe The British Museum London
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 25th May 2022
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Record ID: BM-F5DDBB
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object of uncertain function, possibly dating to the Roman period. The object comprises a flat plate which is approximately triangular in plan. The apex of the plate possesses a rounded knop, whilst the other corners possess slightly curled extensions. Each curled extension is emphasised with two parallel grooves. The object measures 26mm in length, 36mm in width and 2mm in thickness.
Created on: Saturday 15th August 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F60982
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy openwork object, possibly part of a harness fitting or belt mount, probably dating to the Roman period.
Created on: Saturday 15th August 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-367CEC
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified iron and copper-alloy object, possibly a bucket mount. Iron sheet, consisting of two rounded lobes, each with rivets visible on one side, and a central rectangular plate, slightly dished. On the interior surface are non-ferrous components of unidentified metal or function. Possibly a bucket handle mount/escutcheon, of uncertain date. The object measures 48mm in length, 65mm in width, and a maximum of 10mm in thickness. It weighs 40.2 grams.
Created on: Sunday 30th August 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd September 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F47385
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified copper-alloy object with possible tinning.
Created on: Friday 21st November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-905A66
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A unidentified base silver or pewter object of uncertain date. The object comprises a tongue-shaped plate which is broken at one end. At the other tapered end, there is a rectangular-section lug which is bent back on itself. The upper surface of the plate possesses marginal ribs and possesses moulded decoration. This comprises a panel of stylised vine scroll decoration, extending to a triangle filled with six dots. From the apex of the triangle, there extends a further rib, which separates the remainder of the plate into two panels. In each panel is a further dot. The underside of the…
Created on: Friday 28th November 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-90BED7
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy object, probably Roman in date. The object comprises a flat, rectangular strip which appears to have been cut from a larger object. The strip possesses moulded decoration in the form of a marginal rib and undulating vine and grapes. The underside of the strip is plain. It measures 26mm in length, 16mm in width and 2mm in thickness. It weighs 3.94g. Compare with BM-905A66 also from the riverine assemblage at Piercebridge which possesses similar undulating vine and grape decoration.
Created on: Friday 28th November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 9th July 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-A08174
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object, possibly a vessel handle or pierced miniature spear dating to the Roman period. The object comprises the remains of a flat, circular end plate with circular perforation. Only half remains. The end-plate extends to a circular-section stem which is bent. The other end of the stem appears to be broken. The object measures 162mm in length. The end plate has a width of 12mm. The stem has a diameter of 4mm. It weighs 12g. The stem of the object is very long leading to the suspicion that this is a pierced votive miniature spear rather than a spoon.
Created on: Saturday 29th November 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 5th June 2018
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Record ID: BM-DF3C54
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified iron object, possibly a staple dating to the Roman period. The object comprises a rectangular-section bar of iron which is curved and terminates at each end in a tapering lug which extends at right angles.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd December 2014
Last updated: Tuesday 29th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-E3C837
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron unidentified object of uncertain function dating to the Roman period. The object comprises a circular attachment loop, which sits at a 90 degree angle to the stem which extends from it. The stem is circular in section and appears to branch into two prongs, one of which is broken. It measures 76mm in length. The stem has a diameter of 4mm.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd December 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
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Record ID: BM-CA38B9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver object of uncertain function, probably a decorative fitting although it is acknowledged that it resembles an early Roman armilla. The object comprises a flat rectangular strip. The margins of the strip are decorated with an outer band of larger globular mouldings and an inner band of small mouldings. The inner band is flanked by grooves. At one end, the object ends in a square terminal in which there are two triangular cut outs. At the other, the object is broken or cut diagonally. The underside of the object is plain, save for centrally-positioned small raised kn…
Created on: Saturday 13th December 2014
Last updated: Monday 18th November 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-DD72AB
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Just over half of a copper-alloy mount or applique dating to the second or third centuries AD. The mount comprises a flat semi-circular disc with a central circular piercing measuring 3mm in diameter. The circumference of the upper surface of the mount is decorated with regularly-spaced diagonal incisions measuring 2mm in length. The underside of the mount is plain although some file marks are visible. The mount appears to have been pierced by punching a sharp object through from the front to the underside as there is a slight ridge around the piercing. The mount has a diameter of 30m…
Created on: Wednesday 27th August 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
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Record ID: BM-F731B6
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an unidentified copper-alloy object, likely to be some element of personal adornment dating to the second or third centuries AD. The fragment comprises a flat circular plate, the upper surface of which possesses a circular cell filled with remnants of blue enamel. From one end of the circular plate, there extends a rectangular-section lug, which appears to be broken. At the other end, there extend to further lugs. One is circular in section and tapers slightly to a point; the other is oval in shape and possesses a small circular piercing filled with corrosion products. T…
Created on: Tuesday 9th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-F74602
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy openwork decorative fitting dating to the second or third centuries AD. The mount comprises a flat oval plate decorated with three spirals of openwork decoration. A flat, rectangular plate extends from one end of the plate. Part of this plate is bent back on itself. This appears to be post-depositional damage. Corrosion products (possibly mineralised leather?) adhere to the upper surface of this rectangular plate, giving it a darker, discoloured appearance. The mount measures 60mm in length and a maximum of 62mm in width. It has a thickness of 0.25mm. It wei…
Created on: Tuesday 9th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-00E270
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object, possibly a harness pendant dating to the second or third centuries AD. The fragment comprises a flat, approximately oval plate, with a flat, semi-circular extension which terminates in a smaller, semi-circular knop. The surface of the object is black in colour and it is possible that it was originally tinned. The object measures 16mm in length, 23mm in width and 1mm in thickness. It weighs 3.3 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 10th September 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-A9D178
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A deliberately cut fragment of a decorated copper-alloy sheet, probably dating to the Roman period. The mount comprises a sheet of copper-alloy which is approximately rectangular in plan. The sheet has been stamped and incised with bands of decoration. The sheet possesses a stamped raised border. This encloses a rectangular depression and then an inner stamped raised rib, which has been separated into individual squares with pairs of incised grooves.The inner edge of the sheet appears to have been deliberately cut, apparently following a semi-circular pattern of incised dots, which is…
Created on: Thursday 15th September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 24th July 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BM-25AE29
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy mount of uncertain function probably Roman in date. The object comprises a trilobate plate, resembling a fleur-de-lis. The plate is slightly convex in section. The upper surface of the plate is decorated with two diagonal grooves which emphasise the trilobate nature of the plate. The base of the plate may be broken. On the underside of the plate, near the base, there extends a semi-circular lug. The lug is perforated but filled with iron corrosion products. The object measures 30mm in length, 36mm in width. The lug measures 6mm in diameter and 4mm in length. It weighs 6.01g.
Created on: Wednesday 21st September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 12th February 2020
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Record ID: BM-26C37D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy object, possibly a furniture fitting dating to the Roman period. The object possesses a flat circular end plate. This extends to two opposing cones, forming an hourglass-shaped body, which then extends to a waisted cylindrical base. This base is hollow, but filled with lead. The object measures 25mm in length. The end plate has a diameter of 20mm. The body has a maximum diameter of 9mm. The waisted cylindrical base has a diameter of 11mm. It weighs 13.35g.
Created on: Wednesday 21st September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 9th October 2019
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Record ID: BM-11B3ED
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of an unidentified copper-alloy object, with elaborate ribbed and enamelled decoration, probably dating to the Roman period. The object comprises a strip of copper-alloy, which is approximately 'n' shaped in section. At one end, the strip terminates in an end plate. The other end is distorted and broken. The straight 'back' of the object is undecorated, whereas the curved surface possesses numerous horizontal cells for enamel, created with grooves and reserve metal ribs. The cells are filled with enamel. Although the enamel is degraded and in places missing, it is clear tha…
Created on: Thursday 23rd July 2015
Last updated: Thursday 8th August 2019
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Record ID: BM-1D6A7B
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of copper-alloy and iron composite object, possibly a knife or razor stop, probably dating to the Roman period. The fragment measures 26mm in length, 9mm in width and is a maximum of 6mm thick.
Created on: Monday 15th August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 24th July 2019
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Record ID: BM-D17CEF
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object, possibly a vessel mount or rein guide dating to the Roman period. The object comprises a slightly curved fragment of sheet copper-alloy. Although broken, this sheet possesses part of its original rim and a marginal groove. From this sheet, there extends at right angles for 14mm a moulding representing the neck of a stylised goose, swan or duck. The moulding turns down at an angle of 45 degrees to form the head of the bird. The head of the bird is hemispherical in section. It is decorated with three chevron grooves and two lentoidal grooves with a d…
Created on: Thursday 29th September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
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Record ID: BM-BE5616
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small copper-alloy mount, possibly Roman in date. The mount comprises a flat circular end-plate with central circular perforation. From this end-plate, there extends a flat trapezoidal plate. The underside of the plate is also plain. The mount measures 26mm in length. The circular end-plate has a diameter of 12mm, with the perforation measuring 2mm in diameter. The trapezoidal plate measures 18mm in width.
Created on: Thursday 23rd June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 6th August 2019
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Record ID: BM-321247
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper-alloy object, possibly the head of a stud dating to the Roman period. The fragment comprises a flat, 'C'-shaped plate. On the underside of the plate, there is a 'C'-shaped rib following the shape of the object. It measures 21mm in diameter and 4mm in thickness.
Created on: Tuesday 16th August 2016
Last updated: Thursday 3rd May 2018
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Record ID: BM-70DDAC
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy object, probably dating to the Roman period. The object is disc-shaped with a perforation through the centre. The object measures 14mm in diameter and 1mm thick. The central perforation is 1mm in width.
Created on: Friday 19th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th May 2018
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Record ID: BM-AD1328
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead-alloy object, possibly a weight or counter dating to the Roman period. The object is circular in shape and hemispherical in section, with a slightly uneven base. It measures 19mm in diameter and 13mm in thickness.
Created on: Monday 22nd August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 30th May 2018
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Record ID: BM-AE18AA
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A damaged and incomplete copper-alloy object, reminiscent of a knife stop dating to the Roman period. The object measures 15mm in length and a maximum of 9.5mm in diameter.
Created on: Monday 22nd August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
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Record ID: BM-C695D2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy object, possibly a weight dating to the Roman period. The object possesses a circular suspension loop which is very worn. This extends to expanding cylindrical body. The object measures 20mm in length, with a maximum diameter of 5mm. It weighs 2.3 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd August 2016
Last updated: Thursday 20th June 2019
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Record ID: BM-EF2DE5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy object with a looped terminal dating to the Roman period. At one end, the object possesses a circular loop with circular perforation, below which are two small horizontal lugs creating a collar. Beyond the collar, there extends a miscast spherical body which appears to be broken. The object has a length of 17mm and 8mm at the lugs. The spherical knob measures 6mm in diameter. The pendant weighs 1.6 grams.
Created on: Thursday 25th August 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 4th November 2020
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Record ID: BM-550E1B
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of copper-alloy object of uncertain function dating to the Roman period. The fragment measures 18mm in length, 14mm in width and is a maximum of 5mm thick. It weighs 2.9 grams. Possibly part of a buckle, with offset bar.
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th May 2018
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Record ID: BM-563CA5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a leaded copper-alloy dating to the Roman period. It measures 28mm in length and 4mm in width and weighs 1 gram.
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th May 2018
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Record ID: BM-58F775
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper-alloy collared fitting dating to the Roman period. The collared fitting is circular, with a raised circular inner forming a circular perforation. The stud has a diameter of 15mm and a thickness of 4mm. The stud weighs 1.3 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 30th August 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 15th May 2018
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Record ID: BM-7FEBDD
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of iron object, possibly a hasp, dating to the Roman period. The object measures in 23mm in length, 3mm in width and 1mm thick. The object weighs 1.3 grams.
Created on: Thursday 1st September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
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Record ID: BM-95A4E5
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy looped terminal, probably dating to the Roman period. The terminal measures 18mm in length. The loop has a diameter of 11mm. The rectangular section staff measures a maximum of 4mm in width. The object weighs 1.8 grams.
Created on: Friday 2nd September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
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Record ID: BM-98524D
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-object, probably dating to the Roman period. The object consists of a flat strip of metal shaped into a bow, with two thin, circular in section, pieces of metal protruding at right angles at either end. The object measures 61mm in length, a maximum of 24mm in width and a maximum thickness of 5mm. It weighs 11.4 grams.
Created on: Friday 2nd September 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 4th November 2020
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Record ID: BM-7D29F3
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of an unidentified iron object of uncertain date. The fragment measures 19.22mm in length, 11.95mm in width and 2.40mm in thickness. The fragment weighs 1.2 grams.
Created on: Tuesday 13th September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 3rd November 2020
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Record ID: BM-0F7F58
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
A gold enamelled and jewelled object of yet to be determined use, possibly a pendant, dress-ornament or belt-fitting. Openwork cartouche, central white enamelled square setting containing a cut garnet, on cruciform with short arms within elaborate blue and white enamelled foliate frame. Triple-ribbed suspension loop, small pierced trefoil at foot. The back of the setting stands slightly proud within incised cruciform marking-out lines. A ‘6’ or ‘9’ incised on the back of the setting. The gold content was found to be approximately 92%, the inset stone is a garnet.
Created on: Tuesday 3rd May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2022
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Record ID: BM-120F32
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Published
A sub-rectangular gold binding, not a finger-ring, comprising a flat strip, 4 mm. wide and 0.77 mm. thick, decorated externally with a five-ribbed linear reeding. A butt join on one of the long sides is secured on the inner face by a small ?soldered strip (length 9 mm.).
Created on: Tuesday 3rd May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 14th December 2022
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Record ID: BM-A7FC76
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy unidentified object of uncertain function although possible Medieval in date. The upper surface of this circular object is decorated with radiating grooves and extending in a line down the centre of the circle is a slight rectangular protrusion. The hinge, or suspension loop, is damaged. On the underside is a recessed circular area. The diameter is 27mm and it is 4mm thick.
Created on: Monday 17th November 2014
Last updated: Monday 8th July 2019
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Record ID: BM-23D9C9
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
This molten droplet of heavy yellow metal was reported as possible Treasure, because it was found in the vicinity of other finds of molten gold/electrum which might be connected with the production of Iron Age gold torcs or other objects. It was sent to the British Museum for scientific analysis which demonstrated the droplet was made of copper alloy. 
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd November 2022
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Record ID: BM-83BA92
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Published
Date: Late 6th-early 7th century Finder: Museum of London Archaeology Service Date of discovery: 13th November 2007 Circumstances of discovery: during controlled excavation in advance of redevelopment Description: Part of a bent tubular or hemispherical object of silver, copper alloy or of tinned/silver plated copper alloy; this needs to be tested in order to determine whether it qualifies as Treasure or not. At the wider end is a flat fragment with one perforation and part of another. Also present (though not shown on the X-ray plate), is another fragment of flat p…
Created on: Tuesday 3rd August 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 30th November 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Westminster', grid reference and parish protected.