Record ID: LIN-F520B5
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (UNKNOWN)
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy arm from a Victorian or Edwarian "skirt lifter" comprising a curved rod, of circular cross section, which terminates in a 5.73 mm wide bowl at one end and a asymmetrically flattened terminal at the other, which is broken across the site of a rounded hole of diameter 2.92 mm. There is a deep nick on the underside near the bowl end. The arm is bent. Length: 81.25 mm; Width: 5.73 mm; Weight: 5.90g See NLM-1BDE73, NLM-1F4B55, SUR-DB3645 and NLM-68BA88 for direct parallels. This type of object is frequently mis-identified as a Roman ear scoop.
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Langworth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NARC-F29572
Object type: BELL
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Bell of Modern date (AD 1800-1950). The object is composed of sheet copper alloy and is sub-spherical in form. There is a horizontal seam where the upper and lower plates attach, to form an upper and lower hemisphere. At the apex of the upper hemisphere is an incomplete loop which is rectangular in section with a break at is apex. There is a break in the upper hemisphere resulting in the loss of approximately 40 % of the hemisphere. The lower hemisphere has two circular sound holes, between which is a rectangular sound slot.  The metal is gree…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
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Record ID: HAMP-F09386
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
The trade weight is circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. The obverse has a raised rim, with a circular engraved border as decoration. Two more concentric engraved circles are present on the obverse. Within the central circle, a  stamp is present, consisting of a Crowned GR. The reverse has a central depression and multiple filemarks.
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 12th April 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-8E98F1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A modern copper alloy 10 Reis coin from Brazil (under Portuguese rule), dating circa AD 1830 - 1835.  It is probable that this was a 20 Reis coin that has been counter-stamped with a 10 during the devaluation of the coinage in 1835. The obverse is heavily worn, only the counter-stamped number 10 is visible. The reverse shows boughs flanking crowned arms of Brazil. [IN HOC SIGN]O VINCES surrounding. Diameter 30 mm, thickness 0.75 mm and weight 3.56 g.
Created on: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
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Record ID: IOW-883748
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MODERN
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval-Modern silver plated copper alloy button, c.AD 1800-1950. This is the body of a button with silver plating over a copper alloy core. The button is circular in plan and sub-rectangular in section, with slightly damaged faces and rounded edges. Both faces have a plain central boss and a deep rim, decorated with curved diagonal lines. The reverse has a break in the centre of the face where the attachment loop would have been soldered on. 
Created on: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 21st March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NARC-DCE066
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Five Centimes coin of Napoleon III dating to AD 1864. Eagle facing right in reverse. Diameter: 25.09mm, Thickness: 1.32mm, Weight: 3.4g Obverse: Laureate bust left, NAPOLEON III EMPEREUR 1864 Reverse: Eagle facing right, EMPIRE FRA[NCAIS] CINQ CENT[IMES] Die axis: 6
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
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Record ID: SUR-DA1857
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A milled copper alloy promotional traders' advertising token referencing the Great Exhibition of 1851. The obverse has text reading: RICHARD COCKERILL / TEA / & / COFFEE / DEALER / 92 / SHOE LANE / . FLEET STREET . The reverse has a view of the Crystal Palace and the text EXHIBITION PALACE / LONDON / 1851.
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-C7A7D5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy half ounce trade weight of Victorian dating (AD 1837 to AD 1901).  The front exhibits multiple stamps: 1/2 OZ (half ounce weight); a Staffordshire knot, with C beneath it; a crown with VR and 33 beneath; a five petalled flower; a possible W; and several scratch marks. It has a diameter of 23.4 mm, and a maximum thickness of 5.47 mm. It weighs 13.19 g.
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-755A61
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy mount of modern date (c.AD 1850-1950). Pressed metal elongated sexfoil plate with lugs at its ends folded back. The stamped design comprises a central diamond with bifoliate projections from each point set against incised linear decoration. Dimensions: Length 19.2mm, Width 13.5mm, Thickness 3.9mm, Weight 1.15g. A similar example on the database is NLM-537D66.
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-753318
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy pressed furniture fitting or mount of modern date (c.AD 1800-1900). The object is square in plan with a convex obverse and concave reverse. The face has a central rivet hole which is surrounded by four triangle shaped petals, surrounded by four larger triangular petals. The object has a green patina. Dimensions: Length 14.7mm, Thickness 3.0mm, Weight 0.91g. Similar modern pressed decorative mounts on the database include: SWYOR-F9A538, OXON-9608F4 and NLM-F57B90.
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
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Record ID: NLM-5FB7A0
Object type: AMMUNITION
Broad period: MODERN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy anti-aircraft shrapnel fragment. Cast fragment of the casing of an anti-aircraft shell with grooves on either side running in opposite directions so as to maximise fragmentation; torn by explosive force. This shell will have been fired by one of the numerous heavy anti-aircraft batteries tasked with the defence of the Humber region. Suggested date: Modern, 1939-1945 Width: 50.3mm, Height: 23.2mm, Thickness: 4.9mm, Weight: 22.18gms
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Holton le Clay', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-499D78
Object type: BADGE
Broad period: MODERN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy badge. Pressed metal badge of the Highland Light Infantry, described by the Imperial War Museum website as: ‘diamond-cut Star of the Order of the Thistle, an Imperial (King's) crown superimposed on the upper point and having at its centre a French bugle horn, the twist of which encloses the monogram 'HLI'. Below the horn is a small scroll marked 'ASSAYE' and below that again, and over the lower point of the star, an elephant on ground’. A drawn wire loop is brazed to the back as a catch; pin lost. Perhaps a ‘sweetheart brooch’ as…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Broughton Night Soil Field', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-35A8C5
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: MODERN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy masonic pendant dating from Post Medieval to Modern period, AD 1830 - 1950. The pendant consists of a cast plate which is trowel shaped (kite shaped) with an incomplete suspension loop at its broad end set at right angles to the plane of the plate. The upper surface has a raised  rim that surrounds a central masonic set square and compass motif in relief. the background is gilded and decorated with multiple swirl motifs. The reverse has a scar near the top. The pendant has a green patina to both sides. Measurements are; length 23.6mm…
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 5th March 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-356CDD
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Modern copper alloy religious token issued in Belfast in the 19th or 20th century. It is circular and has been pierced near the edge. Obverse: Wreath of roses. GOD IS / LIGHT / [1 JOHN 1.5] / [N P O 42 ANN ST] / (BELFAST). Reverse: Within a wreath of roses, an open book inscribed HOLY BIBLE / THE / LORD / BLESS / THEE / [...] Measurements are; diameter 22.1mm, thickness 1.2mm and weight 2.36g. An example in better condition is https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/325904797170. Another medal in the same series, also produced by the Northern Publishing Office in Ann Street, Be…
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 5th March 2024
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Record ID: LON-B76266
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Modern counter stamped penny of Victoria (AD1837-1901) dating from AD 1900. The coin has been counter struck on the obverse with the letter K made up of 12 broad arrow stamps. On the reverse is the letter N made from 15 broad arrow stamps. Obverse: VICTORIA . DEI . GRA . BRIT . REGINA . FID . DER . IND . IMP; Right facing old head. Reverse: ONE . PENNY //1771; Britannia seated facing right, date in exergue. Dimensions: diameter: 29.59mm; weight: 7.88g
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-B60E02
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy, one penny token. Probably 19th century. The front face has the words "ONE PENNY TOKEN" in the centre, surrounded by laurels. The reverse has a central, seated Brittania-like figure, with further decoration and lettering illegible, as badly worn / corroded. The object has a green / brown patina. Diameter 33.4mm; thickness 2.0mm; weight 14.48g.
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-B4D6B4
Object type: FIGURINE
Broad period: MODERN
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy figurine of Napoleon dating to the modern period (c.AD 1820-1900). The figurine is three-dimensionall cast and represents Napoleon in a tailed jacket and typical hat, his arms are folded at his chest. The bottom of the figurine has a threaded connection, so the piece would have been mounted. The object has a light green and brown patina. Dimensions: Height: 67.4mm, Width (at shoulders): 19.5mm, Thickness: 13.0mm, Weight: 35.25g The figurine is likely from a novelty piece as were popular during this period. One suggestion is the handle from a bell.
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Crowton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IOW-B4625E
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MODERN
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Modern copper alloy uniform button, c.AD 1850-1870. This is a composite button made from a decorated domed plate, attachment loop, and flat reverse plate. The obverse is decorated with three cannons within a garter that bears the title BOMBAY ARTILLERY. The reverse has the maker's mark JENNENS LONDON. This button is been gilded on all sides.
Created on: Tuesday 13th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: OXON-A4CD9D
Object type: FERRULE
Broad period: MODERN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small copper alloy object, probably a ferrule, of most likely modern date, perhaps dating to the 18th or 19th century. The ferrule takes the shape of a flat-topped dome, which is circular (although distorted/dented on one side) in plan. The flat top is undecorated, the tapering sides are decorated with a stamped continuous decorative border in a "meander" motif following the entire circumference. The object has developed a shiny mid-green patina over its exterior surface. Its maximum diameter is 13.97mm and height 6.58mm. It weighs 0.87 grams.
Created on: Monday 12th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-4E923A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete modern copper alloy  'dump' coin of British Ceylon (Sri Lanka),  a 1⁄48 Rixdollar dating between AD 1800-1809. Dated on coin '180[...]' Obverse description: Value mark '[4]8'  Obverse inscription: [GOVERN]MENT CEYLON Reverse description: Elephant walking left, date of '180[...]' in exergue There is evidence of defacement on both sides of the coin, in the form of long linear gouges/striations and one edge of the flan is mishapen. Dimensions: diameter: 22.75mm,  thickness: 4.19mm,  weight: 12.71g Cr…
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
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