Record ID: ESS-1C5EBE
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold engraved posy finger ring of probable medieval date. The band if flat and the outside is engraved with intermittent floral sprigs and words. The engraved flowers have four or five petals and leaves are sub ovoid in shape. The inscription, written in English black letter, reads 'god* is* al* m*' which could be an abbreviation for 'god is almighty'. The ring is bent out of shape but is otherwise in good condition with little visible damage. There is no maker's mark. Similar rings are known from the V&A collection (7125-1860) and from the PAS data…
Created on: Wednesday 1st February 2017
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bradfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-F5FC15
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A complete gold finger ring with a hexagonal faceted bezel and an irregular and possibly repurposed sapphire cabochon setting. The band is D-shaped in section and the outer surface is incised with a decorative linear and circular motif. On approximately one half of the length of the outer band surface, the decoration takes the form of crossed lines forming diamomd shapes and containing small circular markings or pellets, with a line of these circular marks located below the collar of the ring on one side of the bezel cup. The other half of the outer ring band decoration transforms int…
Created on: Monday 30th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 28th November 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-757F92
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A complete gold posy finger ring of post-medieval date (17th - 18th century). The band is D-shaped in cross-section and the inside is inscribed in plain English. The inscription reads: True loves delight doth us unite, followed by a five pointed star. There is no makers mark. Dimensions: weight: 4.59g, diameter: 22.03mm, thickness of band: 1.47mm Discussion: Similar items have been recorded on the database and have been declared Treasure. The inscription style in plain English is typical of post-17th century posy rings - cf. BM 1961,1202.123 for similar item. Conclusion…
Created on: Tuesday 24th January 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Navestock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-0EAD95
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: A gold, stirrup-shaped, medieval finger ring. The ring rises from the shoulders into a pointed bezel that is triangular in plan. The bezel is set with a dark blue, semi-precious stone (potentially sapphire) of irregular shape. The hoop has a keeled cross-section. The inside of the ring is flat and level throughout. When viewed in plan, the cabochon is pentagonal in shape, and the thickness of the ring tapers town from the top where the stone sits, toward the circular middle and bottom of the ring band. The ring is otherwise plain, with no decoration or maker's mark. T…
Created on: Thursday 19th January 2017
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North West Essex', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-F4372D
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Gold finger ring with incised decoration and inscription on the outer band. The band is flat and plain on the inside. The outside features inscribed words and floral sprigs. The inscription is in French black letter gothic, and possibly reads: 'DUET DE HOPA' / 'DUET DE HOPE' or 'DIEU DE HOPA' / 'DIEU DE HOPE'- translating to either God of hope or Duet of Hope. The ring has been distorted in shape. Dimensions: weight: 1.15g, length (at longest point): 19.99mm, thickness: 0.52mm Discussion: There are many similar examples on the database, eg ESS-F4372D…
Created on: Wednesday 18th January 2017
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abbess Roding', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-5ECCA2
Object type: PENANNULAR RING
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Rutland
Workflow stage: Published
A gold penannular 'lock ring' of Bronze Age date (c. 1150 - 800 BC). The ring is triangular in section with flat terminals. The outer two faces of the object are decorated with a series of ribs (wire work?), whilst the internal face is undecorated. Dimensions: outer diameter: 14.49 mm; inner diameter: 6.35 mm; thickness: 4.45 mm; weight: 4.12g. Gold plated copper alloy rings of a similar shape and style have been processed as Treasure (cf. 2009 T513). As this example is not damaged, exposing an inner core, it is difficult to say whether it is pure gold or gold plated. However…
Created on: Monday 25th July 2016
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whissendine', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-5EC918
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A gold annular brooch. The object is circular in shape, triangular in section and terminates in two clasped hands. There are two quatrefoils or flower motifs, cast in relief onto the outer surface which is formed of two facets from the triangular section of the object. One motif is opposite the clasped hands, whilst the other is opposite a constriction in the frame, onto which the pin is attached. The pin is cast gold and has a circular loop, followed by a collar separating it from the rest of the pin, which tapers to a point. This design separates the brooch into quarters. Each quart…
Created on: Monday 25th July 2016
Last updated: Thursday 7th September 2017
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Record ID: ESS-FAA993
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
The ring is roughly its original shape, though slightly distorted due to damage. It has a plain D-shaped band with an inscription on the internal surface. The inscription reads Noe recompence but remembranc (no recompense but remembrance). Dimensions: diameter: 17.01 mm; thickness: 0.72 mm; weight: 1.08g. A ring with a similar inscription has been processed as Treasure (2001 T30), with the report noting that "No" spelt with an "e" was common in the 17th century. Thus this object is also likely to be of a 17th century date. Also see AF.1352 in the collection of th…
Created on: Friday 8th July 2016
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Boxted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-D2002A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age Gallic War uniface stater of the ambiani, dating 60-55BC. The obverse is blank whilst the reverse depicts a horse riding right with various motifs above. ABC no. 16. This currency was produced in an emergency response to fight the Romans in Belgic Gaul. Dimensions: diameter: 15.38 mm; weight: 6.17g.
Created on: Friday 24th June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 28th June 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-7EF877
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold half noble of Edward III (AD1327-1377), dating AD 1361-69. The obverse depicts the king standing facing forward in a ship. He is crowned and armoured, holding a sword in right hand and a shield of England and France in left hand. The inscription reads EDWARD DEI GRA REX ANGL DNS HYB Z AQT. The reverse depicts a floriated cross with a fleur-de-lys at the end of each arm and an ornamented compartment containing the kings initials (e) in the centre. In each angle is a lion passant, guardant with a crown above. all is within a tressure of eight arches. The inscription reads DOMINE …
Created on: Monday 20th June 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd August 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-C8CBD9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age quarter stater, dating 40BC-AD10. There is decoration on one side only, consisting of a stylised Roman trophy with three ring and dot motifs above, the central being largest. Three further ring and dot motifs or annulets are at the upper edge of the coin. Either side of the trophy are rectangles with saltires within. Early uninscribed Eastern type, derived from Cantian coinage of an early date. ABC no. 2243. Dimensions: diameter: 11.26 mm; weight: 1.25g.
Created on: Wednesday 18th May 2016
Last updated: Thursday 30th June 2016
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Record ID: ESS-C65B44
Object type: CRUCIFIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval gold crucifix pendant. The cross and figure are cast in one piece with an integral loop. The cross is cylindrical rather than square-shaped and the ends are finished diagonally rather than flush. The figure of Christ hangs with his feet crossed over each other and his arms stretched upwards either side of his head. A cloth is draped from the waist to cover the upper legs. The naval is visible and the chest accentuated by the ribs clear beneath the flesh. There is evidence of the wound inflicted by the holy lance on the lower right hand side of the chest. He is shown with lo…
Created on: Friday 6th May 2016
Last updated: Friday 1st June 2018
No spatial data available.

Record ID: ESS-A0EB7E
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A gold posy finger ring of Post-medieval date. It is roughly in its original shape, though has been slightly distorted and there is some damage on the edge from scraping or crushing. The ring has a plain D-shaped band with an inscription in lower case on the internal surface, which reads: God alone made us two one. There is also a maker's mark (RN) that appears to be that of Richard Netter, who was known to be active from c. 1694 - 96. Dimensions: Weight: 7.41g, diameter: 23.06mm, thickness of band: 1.89mm Gold posy rings with plain exteriors are common finds recorded with the P…
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2016
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mistley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-A036A4
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
A gold memento mori ring, dating AD 1681. Description: A gold finger ring that has been bent out of shape. The external face is undecorated and the band appears to have been slightly D-shaped in section. There is an inscription on the internal surface that reads: S H ob: 5 Sep : 81 ([initials] obiecit 5th Sep[tember 16]81 - SH died on the 5th September 1681). The inscriptions ends with an assay mark showing the letters RM within a rectangle. Dimensions: diameter: 21.98 mm; weight: 2.20g. Discussion: The inscription indicates the ring was made for someone with the initials SH, who …
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2016
Last updated: Friday 14th April 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Mistley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-A014C8
Object type: PIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Published
Description: The head of a two-part copper alloy pin capped in gold, dating to the 16th century. The head is spherical and hollow, decorated on the outer surface. There is a band running around the circumference of the head, which suggests that it is formed of two hemispheres, soldered together. On either side of the band is a central dome with five domes surrounding. At the peak of each dome is a recess with a small blue stone inlay, except for one dome at the base which has a larger perforation from the pin shank to enter and another in the opposing dome where it is likely the pin wo…
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2016
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wix', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-9F85D2
Object type: COIN HOARD
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Ten gold Iron Age staters, dating from 100BC to 20BC. 1-9. Gold staters of Addedomarus. Catuvellauni 50-20 BC. ABC no. 2517; Van Arsdell no.1620; BMC 2396 1. Diameter: 17.35mm; Weight: 5.49g, 2. Diameter: 16.54mm; Weight: 5.48g. 3. Diameter: 20.37mm; Weight: 5.54g. 4. Diameter: 18.27mm; Weight: 5.58g. 5. Diameter: 16.43mm; Weight: 5.58g. 6. Diameter: 18.71 mm; Weight: 5.53g. 7. Diameter: 18.32 mm; Weight: 5.40g. 8. Diameter: 15.85 mm; Weight: 5.36g. 9. Diameter: 18.12 mm; Weight: 5.42g. 10. Gold stater of the Ambiani. Issued from 100BC. ABC no. 13; Van Arsdell no. 42-8 Dia…
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2016
Last updated: Monday 11th November 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'East of Colchester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-9D6F57
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Iron Age gold stater of Cunobelinus, Linear series, dating AD8-41. ABC 2774. The obverse depicts an ear of corn and the letters CA / MV are either side, indicating it was struck at Camulodunon (Colchester). Reverse depicts a horse leaping right, with a branch between two pellets above. CVNO is written below, indicating Cunobelinus. Dimensions: diameter: 11.55 mm; weight: 1.19g.
Created on: Wednesday 4th May 2016
Last updated: Monday 5th September 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-51D419
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Thurrock
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval guinea of George III (AD1760-1820), dating AD 1781. The obverse depicts a bust of the king facing right. The inscription reads GEORGIVS III DEI GRATIA. The reverse depicts a crowned royal shield. The inscription reads 81 M B F ET H REX F D B ET L D S R I A T E T E 17. Dimensions: diameter: 20.75 mm; weight: 4.11g.
Created on: Wednesday 6th April 2016
Last updated: Monday 11th April 2016
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-B2578A
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Published
A Post Medieval gold memento mori ring, dating to around the year AD1680. The object is D-shaped and inscribed on the internal surface with a skull engraved on the outer surface. The inscription reads: S : C : ob : 17 : March : 80 - [initials] died 17th March 1680. There is also a maker's stamp which appears to be a letter P. Judy Rudoe at the British Museum notes that when the first two numbers are omitted in the inscriptions on memento mori rings, the date is 17th century. Thus the coin was produced upon the death of an individual in AD1680.
Created on: Wednesday 10th February 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 14th August 2018
No spatial data available.

Record ID: ESS-0B0497
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval gold third guinea of George III (AD 1760-1820), dating AD 1798. The obverse depicts the bust of George III facing right. The inscription reads GEORGIVS III DE GRATIA. The reverse depicts a crown. The inscription reads MAG . BRI . FR . ET . HIB . REX . 1798. The coin has a D countermark on the obverse. No other coins with this countermark have been recorded. Spink no. 3738. Dimensions: diameter: 16.50 mm; thickness: 0.98 mm; weight: 2.73g.
Created on: Thursday 21st January 2016
Last updated: Thursday 21st January 2016
Spatial data recorded.