Record ID: NCL-AC8C00
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete modern copper alloy probable mount for furniture or belt mount, c. 1850-1950 AD.  The artefact comprises a rectangular copper alloy plate with a regular rectangular border and interior openwork foliate filigree of vine leaves with tendrils. The obverse border has defined grooved edges, and the vine leaves have incised lines and grooves providing realistic detail. The reverse is undecorated and features one remaining rivet. The artefact has one obvious break to the outer border and filigree, one corner has been folded and the artefact has been warped so that it no longe…
Created on: Wednesday 20th September 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 27th September 2023
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Record ID: NCL-AA77E1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: Complete silver Post Medieval pedestal seal with oval die face, c. 1650-1700 AD. The die face features the incised image of a standing angel with a portable grinding or sharpening machine. The handle is integrally cast and projects from the back of the die face. The handle has 8 facets and terminates in two collars above which is a suspension loop, which is off centre. Dimensions:    Height: 15.66 Width: 13.65mm Length: 23.10mm Weight: 5.54g Discussion:  Silver pedestal seals depicting angels directly incised into the silver die face are a known motif of …
Created on: Friday 8th September 2023
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Wylam', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NCL-F41C9C
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete copper alloy Post Medieval knee buckle, c. AD 1730-1790.  The buckle is sub-rectangular in plan with curved corners and bowed interior-facing edges. The frame is concaved, with a central integrally cast spindle dividing the frame vertically. Projecting from the spindle are three pointed teeth, and facing in the opposite direction is an anchor-chape which is broken at its distal end. The frame is undecorated on either face. Knee buckles were used to fasten straps on breaches. Dimensions - Length: 39.22mm; Width: 36.47mm; Thickness: 10.22mm; Weight: 10.42g
Created on: Wednesday 30th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 31st August 2023
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Record ID: NCL-F383D6
Object type: TOGGLE
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Published
Complete copper alloy late Iron Age or Roman toggle, c. 100 BC - 100 AD.  The toggle is a dumbell type consisting of two globular hemispherical terminals connected with a waisted central shaft with circular cross section. The artefact has a powdery green patina and surface pitting.  This is a well attested finds type on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database. Similar examples include: YORYM-F95FCC, YORYM-D048CA, NCL-079838, YORYM-D195AB Dimensions - Length: 20.60mm; Width of widest hemispherical terminal: 7.56mm; Width of waisted shaft: 4.94mm; Weight: 4.61g
Created on: Wednesday 30th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th January 2024
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Record ID: NCL-F197FA
Object type: BUTTON AND LOOP FASTENER
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete Roman copper alloy button and loop fastener, c. AD 50-200. This example conforms to the Wild Class III type. Cast in one piece, the artefact consists of a drop shaped plate with flat reverse and central circular pellet set within a circumferential recess on the obverse. It has a pointed terminal and lenticular moulding. An integral square shaped shank extends at a 90 degree angle from the rounded terminal reverse and dog leg's at another 90 degree angle with a broken terminal. The metal has a light powdery greenish patina. Button and loop fasteners are well attested fi…
Created on: Wednesday 30th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th January 2024
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Record ID: NCL-5FDBC1
Object type: PERFORATED OBJECT
Broad period: MESOLITHIC
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A stone perforated artefact of probable Mesolithic or Neolithic date, c. 10000-2351 BC.  The artefact is a rounded sub-circular sandstone with two central shallow convex dimples on each face, and a lenticular cross-section. Each dimple shows evidence of 'pecking', which may have been used together with griding to create the dimples. Scratches and nicks across both faces may be a mixture of contemporary adaptation, post-depositional damage and geological flaws. Dark brown/reddish staining around the perimeter of the dimples might be evidence of heat damage, …
Created on: Wednesday 23rd August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-4B40BF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver Roman 'Legionary' denarius of Mark Antony (BC 42-30) dating to 32-31 BC (Reece Period 1).  The obverse is very worn but the outline of a boat can be discerned although the legend is illegible. The reverse legend is also illegible but the central image of the aquila standard and one other standard are visible.  These coins were struck by Mark Antony between 32-31 BC in travelling mints for use by his fleets in the lead up to the Battle of Actium. Similar examples on the PAS database include: YORYM-456CA5, BH-3B42E9, WMID-F2D9BB.  Dimensi…
Created on: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th November 2023
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Record ID: NCL-497BD4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable copper alloy Roman coin, a radiate, nummus or contemporary forgery of these coins from a an unidentified emperor, dating from c. AD 260 - 402.  A faint bust is visible on the obverse, which appears to be laureated. The inscription on etiher face cannot be read. THe flan is uneven, possibly through wear or clipping.  Dimensions -  diameter: 21.82mm; thickness: 1.39mm; weight: 2.26g
Created on: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-48EBC2
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete unknown copper alloy artefact, probably a pointer, of unknown date. The artefact consists of a solid copper alloy ring with central perforation and integrally cast flat projecting arm which tapers to a rounded point. The central perforation has bevelled edges.  The date and function of this artefact is presently unknown. It seems likely that it was used as a pointer which swivelled on an axis through the central perforation. Possibly it was a pointer for a small game board, a robust clock hand or something else entirely. Dimensions - Weight: 6.20g; Length: 29.31mm; Thi…
Created on: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-3815E6
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete Medieval or Post Medieval lead seal, c. AD 1300-1700.  The artefact comprises a flat, semi-hemispherical disc (presumably half of a circular disc) with an irregular flan. The reverse is undecorated and has an uneven surface. The obverse is flat and decorated with incised shapes and letters. Two incised grooves either side of a pelleted row define a central plain circle with pelleted border. Abutting the pelleted border are incised shapes, probably letters, which have largely lost their definition and cannot be discerned. The break reveals that the object is composed of…
Created on: Monday 21st August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-37878D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete Post Medieval or Modern lead/lead alloy and iron weight or plumb bob, c. AD 1600-1900.  Cone-shaped with a circular cross-section, it has one pointed terminal and an opposing flat face with projecting iron suspension loop. It has a grey coloured patina and many dents and knicks across the surface. It weighs approximately 4.6oz (Averdupois).  Dimensions  - Length: 59.47mm; Diameter at widest face: 25.57mm; Diameter at point: 5.60mm; Weight: 132.83g
Created on: Monday 21st August 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 4th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-36E39B
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete Medieval copper alloy key, c. AD 1300-1700. The artefact consists of a hollow copper alloy stem with circular cross-section. Both ends are unevenly broken revealing the hollow stem. Extending from the stem is the bit consisting of one ward with eight evenly spaced wards arranged in two rows and one deep cleft. The artefact has a powdery green patina. This key is typical of medieval key designs, with many similar examples on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database including: SUR-D3ABAC, LIN-2B1DA7,  BH-596548. Dimensions -  length: 32.88mm; w…
Created on: Monday 21st August 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th November 2023
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Record ID: NCL-E4FB89
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete Post Medieval silver half goat of Elizabeth I, AD 1572-73. Obverse: Left facing bust (very worn). insciption: ER ROSE SINE SPINA Reverse: Long cross fourcheé over crest. Inscription: CIVI TAS LON DON. Mint mark: ermine. Mitchell & Reeds (1997, 171) indicate that the ermine was only used on Elizabeth I silver coinage between 1572-73. 
Created on: Thursday 17th August 2023
Last updated: Friday 27th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-E3E04D
Object type: BADGE
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two fragments of a Modern incomplete copper alloy badge awarded in World War Two, AD. 1939-1945.  Together, both fragments comprise approx. 60% of an oval-shaped badge made of embossed sheet brass. The obverse features a central helmet with embossed swastika atop crossed swords on a stipped background within a wreath with bow at the bottom. The reverse reveals the inverse of the embossed obverse design and the badge has lost its pin, spring mechanism and catch plate.  This badge is a Wound Badge awarded during WW2 to German soldiers and civilians who had suffered wound…
Created on: Thursday 17th August 2023
Last updated: Friday 27th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-E0057B
Object type: SUNDIAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete Post Medieval copper alloy sundial, c. AD 1600-1800. The artefact consists one copper alloy circular band, with a deep recessed central groove and two symmetrical incised lines either side of this. There is a slit cut through the centreline groove through which light can pass into the internal face. The outside face is engraved with letters reading 'I F M A M I' and 'I A S O N D' positioned above and below the  circumferential groove. These letters relate to the months of the year, and additional dividing grooves allowed the user to selec…
Created on: Thursday 17th August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd August 2023
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Record ID: NCL-CD6555
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete Post Medieval copper alloy seal matrix, c. AD 1600-1700. The artefact consists of a trapezoidal body with projecting waisted stem with attached die. The sub-circular die face is largely illegible, but the faint outline of a heraldic shield shape is visible. Extending in both directions from the trapezoidal body are two integrally cast arms which have both been broken. Opposing the die is a broken terminal with circular cross-section revealing a hollow interior body with a projecting copper alloy rod. This seal matrix is probably a broken Post Medieval type with broken…
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th November 2023
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Record ID: NCL-CC9FBD
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete Post Medieval copper alloy clapper from a bell, c. 1600-1800. The artefact comprises a solid, broadly spherical copper alloy ball with integrally collar and attachment loop. The artefact has a dark brown, reddish patina and parts of the outer patina have worn away and chipped. The attachment loop is intact but has been thinned on its upper surface.  This artefact is probably the clapper from a bell. It would have been suspended from the interior of the bell on a string or wire which allowed movement and enabled the clapper to hit the sides of the bell.  Dimensions…
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 10th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-CC0E19
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead or lead alloy weight of post medieval date, c. 1500-1800. The artefact consists of a solid plano-convex dome with seven incised ridges creating a fluted appearance. The base is slightly concaved with a central hole with a corresponding outlet at the apex of the dome. This hole would have enabled suspension. It weighs approximately 21 ounces. A few similar fluted weights have been recorded with Post Medieval designations on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database. See for example SUR-AE1A1E, SUR-214AC8. The artefact is in very good condition with some nicks an…
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 10th October 2023
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Record ID: NCL-CB4F74
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: A complete gold finger ring, of 19th century date. The hoop of the ring has a twisted rope design around the entire diameter on its exterior face. The inside face of the hoop is plain, with no hallmarks. This design transitions directly into the bezel of the ring, which is a lozenge shape, into which a red stone is set into a quatrefoil opening. The bezel is a box design with chamfered edges. There is an apparent ‘lid’ for the box bezel, and it is possible that a keepsake is contained within the bezel itself. Dimensions:  Hoop diameter 22.28mm Weight: 5…
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Netherwitton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NCL-CB0314
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete Medieval copper alloy pedestal seal matrix, c. AD 1300-1500. The conical body of the die is facetted and octagonal, with eight splayed triangular faces that conjoin at the apex to form the stem. The stem has an octagonal cross section. The stem has three collars and is surmounted by an integrally cast spherical suspension loop. The die face is sub-rectangular with some damage to the flan and a complete loss of diagnostic detail from the die face.  Sealing was the primary method of authenticating documents for around 300 years in mediev…
Created on: Wednesday 16th August 2023
Last updated: Monday 6th November 2023
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