Record ID: WREX-D31D1E
Object type: INKWELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead or lead-alloy inkwell of probable post medieval date, c1600-1800AD. The inkwell is broadly octagonal in plan.  In profile the inkwell is broadly rectangular in shape with a domed top. At the centre of the dome is a circular hole, with an internal diameter of 8.4mm, for the ink.  The edges of the inkwell are rounded and the base is roughly cast and slightly concave. The inkwell is a mid-grey colour with a good well-developed patina which covers all surfaces. Measurements: Height: 43.8mm; width: 43.3mm; depth: 44.3mm; weight: 325g
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7F1B0E
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete late medieval or later lead token or gaming piece dating c. 1500-1850 AD.  The circular token is decorated on one side only with a flower motif with 6 petals.  The token has a pale white, powdery, patina. Measurements: diameter: 29.2mm; thickness: 3.3mm; weight: 17.61g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Walesby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-7F0AFB
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead button dating to the 17th or early 18th century (c. 1600-1730AD). The discoidal button is solid with a flat front and back. The button has been mould decorated with a 12 spoke wheel with a pellet at the centre. On the reverse there is the remains of an integral loop and clear casting seam. Measurements: diameter: 20.2mm; thickness: 1.6mm; thickness inc. lug: 4.5mm; weight:4.99g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernaffield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-FC4ABE
Object type: INKWELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead or lead-alloy inkwell of probable post medieval date, c1600-1800AD. The inkwell is broadly sub-rectangular in plan.  In profile the inkwell is broadly trapezoid in shape with a dome, slightly inset from the edges, on the top. At the centre of the dome is a large circular hole, for the ink.  Around the base of the dome are four further smaller holes, presumably for holding quills. Each of the four sides is decorated with two vertical grooves which border a vertical concave recess. The edges of the inkwell are rounded and the base is relatively flat. The inkwell is a mid-g…
Created on: Monday 30th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whitchurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-2272DC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Circular lead weight dating to the Post-Medieval period, (1600-1700 AD). The object is circular in plan and rectangular in cross-section. One face is stamped with the incuse Roman numeral IIII, the other face is undecorated. The object has a white/grey patina. Measurements: Diameter: 41.0mm; thickness: 7.8mm; weight: 100.4g (c. 4oz)
Created on: Friday 1st September 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Littleton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D785A8
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete unidentified lead object of uncertain date and function, possibly post medieval or later in date (1500-1750AD). The object is sub rectangular in plan and section.  Each of the long face of the object is decorated with a series of grooves or cut marks – each side is different.  On one face there is a line running the length of the object that suggests a fold, perhaps indicating how the object was original formed.  Neither end of the object is decorated. Measurements:  Length. 47.1mm; width: 10.3mm; thickness: 10.6mm; weight: 45.47g
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'South Kyme', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D75537
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy weight, or possible spindle whorl, of probably medieval or early post-medieval date (c. 1100-1550AD). The weight, or whorl, is sub-rectangular in section and circular in plan, with no obvious decoration. The perforation has an internal diameter of 7.0mm. The object has a white powdery patina. Measurements: diameter: 21.7mm; thickness: 4.5mm; weight: 9.44g
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corwen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-D740D1
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body that appears to be plain and undecorated. The perforation has an internal diameter of 8.9mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white patina. Measurements: diameter: 21.1mm; thickness: 9.2mm; weight: 16.36g
Created on: Tuesday 11th July 2023
Last updated: Thursday 24th August 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corwen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-CEAA31
Object type: PENCIL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, possible, lead pencil of Post-Medieval date, c1500–1800AD. The object is circular in section with broadly parallel sides tapering to a blunted point at one end with a slightly raised band at the other.  The sides of the object has irregular grooves running down its length. The object has a pale grey to white patina and is worn. Measurements: length: 55.1mm; diameter: 10.6mm; weight: 37.38g In record IOW-ED968C, Dr Helen Geake of the Portable Antiquities Scheme has commented: "The use of lead pencils is still not really understood. At Winchester they are…
Created on: Thursday 11th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gwernaffield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-5940FB
Object type: STEELYARD WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead and iron steelyard weight of probable Roman date (c. 43 - 410AD). The weight is pear shaped in profile and circular in plan with traces of an iron core visible at  the top of the weight. The object shows post depositional damage. The object has a powdery white patina. Measurements: Height: 51mm: Diameter: 40.4mm; Weight: 463g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-593385
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete circular lead hem weight. Dating from the late 18th to early 20th century. The weight has a sunken round central panel on both side, containing two stitching holes. The weight has a dull grey patina. Measurements: Diameter: 24.1mm; Thickness: 5.2mm; Weight: 18.62g
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-592301
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead-alloy weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date (c. AD 1300 - 1700). The weight is circular in plan and sub-rectangular in section. Neither face is decorated. The object has a white/grey patina. Measurements: Diameter: 27.5mm; Thickness: 10.8mm; Weight: 61.39g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-58E41B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead alloy weight, or possible spindle whorl, of uncertain date but probably 1300-1500AD. The weight, or whorl, is sub-rectangular in section and circular in plan, with no obvious decoration. The perforation has an internal diameter of 7.3mm. The object is crudely made with, what appears to be, a run of lead alloy on one face. The object has a white powdery patina. Measurements: Diameter: 36.4mm; Thickness: 9.5mm; Internal diameter: 7.3mm; Weight: 44.12g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-58D843
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead alloy weight, or possible spindle whorl, of uncertain date but probably 1300-1500AD. The weight, or whorl, is sub-rectangular in section and circular in plan, with no obvious decoration. The perforation has an internal diameter of 6.0mm. The object has a white powdery patina. Measurements: Diameter: 19.5mm; Thickness: 6.6mm; Internal diameter: 6.0mm; Weight: 15.99g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-58BC28
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead alloy weight, or possible spindle whorl, of uncertain date, but probably 1300-1500AD. The weight, or whorl, is sub-rectangular in section and circular in plan, with no obvious decoration. The perforation has an internal diameter of 9.4mm. The object has a white powdery patina. Measurements Diameter: 22.5mm; Thickness: 5.8mm; Internal diameter: 9.4mm; Weight: 16.75g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-58AE71
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead alloy weight, or possible spindle whorl, of uncertain date, but probably 1300-1500AD. The weight, or whorl, is sub-rectangular in section and circular in plan, with no obvious decoration. The perforation has an internal diameter of 8.5mm. The object has a white powdery patina. Measurements: Diameter: 25.3mm; Thickness: 7.8mm; Internal diameter: 8.5mm; Weight: 26.49g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-589F61
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body that is decorated on both faces with a series of raised lines and shapes which may represent pseudo-script, or some form of illegible inscription. The perforation has an internal diameter of 8.0 mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter: 27.3mm; Thickness: 11.4mm; Internal diameter: 8.0mm; Weight: 33.74g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-5890E4
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body. There is faint evidence of decoration on both faces, but it is too worn to distinguish the detail. The perforation has an internal diameter of 9.8mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter: 22.3mm; Thickness: 10.3mm; Internal diameter: 9.8mm; Weight: 20.38g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-58859D
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body that is decorated on both faces with a series of loops, each containing a pellet. The perforation has an internal diameter of 8.9mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter: 22.8mm; Thickness: 11.1mm; Internal Diameter: 8.9mm; Weight 21.88g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WREX-5876A9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wrexham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete lead-alloy spindle whorl, dating from the medieval period (AD1300-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body that is decorated on one face with a series of raised lines, radiating out from the central perforation on one side. On the other the lines terminate with a pellet. The perforation has an internal diameter of 9.5mm. The surface of the whorl is worn with a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter: 21.8mm; Thickness: 11.5mm; Internal diameter: 9.5mm; Weight: 18.08g.
Created on: Thursday 30th March 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th March 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rossett', grid reference and parish protected.