Record ID: SUSS-E80DA6
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval copper alloy casket key dating to c. AD 1150-1450. The bow of the key is circular with an oval cross section and internal diameter of 5.18mm. The solid stem is sub-rectangular in cross section, extending from the base of the bow and terminating in a projecting pin beyond the bit. The bit has a rectangular ward with clefts on each side forming an inverted 'T' shape. The key has a dark green patina, and is bent slightly to the left. Dimensions: length: 32.90mm,  width: 9.23mm,  thickness: 2.57mm,  weight: 2.43g Similar keys can…
Created on: Tuesday 16th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-7FFF06
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Iron Age to early Roman copper alloy brooch probably a Colchester one-piece  type, c. AD 20-70. The brooch is heavily worn, consisting of the bow and partial head, as well as the remnants of the catchplate. The bow is flat at the head where it is slightly waisted before expanding slightly to worn breaks. At the back of the head is a small cusp ending in worn breaks, probably the base of the missing forward facing hook and lower loop. The body of the bow is flatter near the nead and thickens to a broadly D-shaped cross section as it narrows t…
Created on: Thursday 11th April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-5130D6
Object type: BEAD
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy 'melon' bead of uncertain date, but probably Roman. Sub-circular in plan with a circular 8.4mm smooth-sided aperture in the centre. The sides have a spiralling gadrooned decoration of seven relief moulded curved ridges with deep grooves between. The top and bottom are slightly dished/concave, probably from wear. The surface displays a pale green patchy patina. Diameter 16.3mm, height 9.3mm, wall thickness 3.5mm > 4mm, weight 6.8g. Compare with similar finds on this database: KENT-357FF3, GLO-0A5A53, SUSS-278700 and IOW-ACE7B9. There appears t…
Created on: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-D7903D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post-Medieval cast copper alloy 'fob' seal matrix set with a glass intaglio, dating to the 18th-19th Century. Description: In plan, the seal is rectangular with rounded corners. The bezel band is decorated by a series of raised chevrons. The reverse is pyramidal in form with concave moulding along the lower edges and a central circular hole at the apex (where the handle would originally have been attached). A series of fine grooves radiate from the central hole over the upper part of the pyramid. There are traces of gilding and areas of darker brown patinate…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th April 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-D23406
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy leather decorative mount, probably dating to c.1500-1700. An asymmetrical flat plate with a trefoil head and protruding sides, tapering down to a bifurcated base, with moulded foliate decoration on the face. The reverse has two rectangular cross-section fixing spikes, 'bent over', positioned at either end of the plate, which is otherwise flat. The surface displays a patchy dark green patina. Length 27.6mm, width 18.3mm, thickness 2.3mm, weight 6.8g. Similar examples on this database at: DENO-4D05D5, LIN-E83AB8 and SUR-FA24EE.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-BCE810
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy large 'crotal' horse bell, probably dating to c.1550-1750. Sub-spherical in form with a rectangular pierced suspension loop at the apex. Cast in two halves, with a median transverse ridge. There are two circular sound holes in the top half of the bell, with a sound slot and larger circular holes at each end at the base. Gardooned decoration on the top half with the vertical ribs terminating in pellets of alternating heights and size. The lower half has depictions of winged cherubs, one either side of the sound slot. An iron '…
Created on: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-B1DD97
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A 17th century copper-alloy token farthing issued by Richard Lardner of Portsmouth in Hampshire, dated on the token 1655. Obverse: a rose dividing the initial letters R / L. Inscription: RICHARD•LA[RD]NER Reverse: a date 1655 with rosettes above and below. Inscription: IN•PORTSMOVTH. Diameter 15.6mm, thickness 1mm, weight 1.1g. Wetton JL (1964 : 23) no.20. (Unlisted in Williamson). A similar example on this database at SUSS-2C8DC4.
Created on: Monday 1st April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-B18187
Object type: HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possibly Post-Medieval or probably Modern, copper-alloy composite hook and eye decorated plate.  A slightly convex, sub-triangular plate with floral decoration and a blunt hook formed from a length of bent copper-alloy bar that has been soldered to the rear of the plate. The hook is decorated with oblique transverse lines. The circular eye attachment on the rear of the plate also appears soldered and protrudes at right angles to the plate. Probably a hook for domestic use, probably curtains or similar.  Height 24.5mm, width 18.4mm, thickness 1.7mm, weight 3.1g.
Created on: Monday 1st April 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-7DD794
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy Post Medieval oval frame from a two-piece shoe buckle, dating to c.1660-1720. An oval convex face, chamfered on the outside with a pin rest at one end. The reverse is chamfered on the inside with a thickened portion at either side, drilled to accept a separate iron spindle that is now missing along with the chape assembly. The surface displays a patchy dark green patina. Length 35.5mm, width 27.9mm, thickness 4.3mm, weight 6.7g. See, Whitehead (2003, pp.97) No.600 and see similar examples on this database at: DEV-10E371, BERK-CC247C and PUBLIC-4AFF62.
Created on: Saturday 30th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-451237
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval Belgian, Antwerp issued copper-alloy square 3.3g coinweight for a half-ryal coin dating to c.1579-1603. Square and flat. One face depicts a stylised ship with a rose in the bottom centre and the letter R to top right. (Withers 2011 : 25) The reverse depicts the hand of Antwerp with the letters L / M either side (unknown makers initials) all within a wreath. The weight is quite corroded, displaying a mainly brown colour with patches of green patina. Sub-square 14.8mm x 14.1mm, thickness 2.3mm, weight 3.3g. Similar examples on this database at: HAMP-D29796, SUSS-7D0445…
Created on: Wednesday 27th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 27th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-3010D8
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval cast copper-alloy annular buckle with an incomplete pin dating to c.1250-1450. Flattened circular frame, with a pin simply wrapped around and able to traverse completely around it. The pin is missing the tip and is formed from flat copper-alloy strip with the reverse having 'turned up' sides to increase rigidity strength. Both buckle and pin display an even green patina. Diameter 25.1mm, thickness 2.1mm, weight 3.4g. See, Whitehead (2003) No.38 and see similar examples on this database at: KENT-9ADC2D, SWYOR-32E805 and IOW-21E5B7.
Created on: Tuesday 26th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-2F4402
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Roman copper-alloy nummus, contemporary copy of the House of Constantine dating to the period c.AD 348-351 (Reece period 18). FEL TEMP REPARATIO reverse type, depicting a soldier advancing right leading a small figure from hut. Unclear mint prototype.  Diameter 10.7mm, thickness 1.6mm and weight 0.9g.
Created on: Tuesday 26th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-1B98C3
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval copper-alloy Nuremberg jetton, dating to AD 1600-1700. Description: The jetton is circular in plan and in a good condition. The token is a mid-green in colour. Obverse: The bust of Mercury, facing right, within a fleur-de-lys and pellets border. Reverse: An imperial orb within a trefoil tressure, bordered by rosettes. Measurements: Diameter: 22 mm and Weight: 1.95 g. Discussion: This jetton was minted in Nuremberg and is not currently attributed to a specific master. See Mitchiner (), No.1473 or SUR-8C4541 for a similar example on this…
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-179741
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy large key bit, probably from a London Type VI key, probably dating to c.AD 1300-1500. A slightly hexagonaly faceted hollow (5.4mm i/d) stem with an integral sub-rectangular bit. The bit has a large vertical, central ward-cut and two  rectangular clefts on both the front and rear. The surface displays a light green patina. Length 33.6mm, height 30.9mm, thickness 5.4mm, weight 32.3g. Similar examples on this database at: KENT-74B0E0, NMS-7D9135 and SF-4D9B6C.
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-172C88
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval silver plated contemporary forgery of a groat of probably Edward III (1327-77) dating to c.1351-77. A copper-alloy core is visible with traces of a green patina and the obverse appears to be of billon and is illegible. The reverse is slightly better quality silver and is marked as mint of London. Diameter 26.5mm, thickness 0.8mm, weight 2g.
Created on: Monday 25th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-0028BB
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval cast copper-alloy strap loop / belt slide probably dating to c.1650-1850. Rectangular in plan and flattened, elongated U-shaped in profile. The sides are slightly splayed with the remains of iron attachments in the centre. The face is decorated with a pellet formed centreline and four symmetrical curved line panels either side. The surface displays a patchy green patina. Probably horse harness related. Length 33.3mm, width 10.3mm, thickness 2.7mm, weight 9.9g. Similar examples on this database at: NLM-559EB3, YORYM-7FFCFB and ESS-ABA0D1.
Created on: Sunday 24th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EF148D
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval cast copper-alloy composite circular strap-end dating to c.1250-1450. Consisting of two separate sub-circular plates with projecting rectangular attachment arms that terminate in breaks. Riveted together with two rivets that remain in place on either side of the plate. Decoration on one attachment arm with what appears to be a double scribed letter V. The surface displays an even green patina. Plate diameter 17.9mm, o/a length 25.3mm, thickness 2mm, weight 3.6g. Broadly similar examples on this database at: OXON-EA2C24, LEIC-3B5C78 and BUC-40B33D and…
Created on: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EE6E34
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval to Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy incomplete cooking pot leg depicting an animal's foot. The foot is sub-pentagonal with a slightly angled flat base, resembling a lion's paw. A short piece of D-shaped cross-section leg rises from the foot and terminates in an old break. The surface is quite rough and displays a pale green patina. Height 31.8mm, width 39.3mm, weight 121.1g. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-AE7B56, WMID-223B94 and ESS-CF959B.
Created on: Saturday 23rd March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C47FD9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dating to the period AD 307-361. Uncertain reverse type. Measurements: Diameter: 15.93 mm; Thickness: 0.97 mm and Weight: 0.74 g.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-C4334E
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval to Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy casket key probably dating to c.1400-1800. Sub-circular irregular pierced bow, with an integral oval solid shaft that is flared towards the end. The bit is simple, rectangular in form. The surface displays a green patina. Length 36.7mm, width 14.9mm, shaft thickness 3.2mm, weight 7.2g. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-0FD7B6, SUR-FDA886 and WILT-AE6BC4.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Friday 22nd March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-C3716A
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy Medieval single loop 'D'-shaped buckle, dating to c.AD 1200-1400.   Description: The D-shaped frame has steeply sloping surfaces and reaches its maximum width at the centre of the outer bar, with the axis bar being offset. The frame is undecorated and the pin is missing. Measurements: Length: 20.72 mm; Width: 13.7 mm; Thickness: 4.11 mm and Weight: 2.28 g. Discussion: This buckle is dated to the Medieval period due to the similarities in Whitehead (2003), No.54 and see also OXON-2D163D on this database.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-C29493
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast Medieval to early Post-Medieval copper-alloy single loop rectangular buckle frame, dating to c.AD 1400-1700. Description: The copper alloy frame has uniform dimensions on each side. All edges are slightly bevelled on the upper and lower faces. There is a slight notch on the shorter (bar). The frame has a mid-brown coloured patina. The pin is missing.    Measurements: Length: 29.97 - 28.9 mm; Width: 17.96 mm; Thickness: 3.15 mm and Weight: 4.75 g. Discussion: For a similar examples on this database, see NLM-5E22AE and WAW-795851.
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-C24D1E
Object type: FURNITURE FITTING
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy furniture fitting terminal of likely either Roman or Post-Medieval date. Description: The terminal is shaped as a three dimensional acorn moulded in one piece, detailing the cup and nut with a central conical knob. The base of the acorn has a circular cross sectioned shank below an integral collar that terminates in an historic break. Measurements: Length: 35.31 mm; Width: 16.09 mm; Thickness: 9.41 mm and Weight: 23.85 g. Discussion: This object is likely a furniture fitting, due to it's size and form. The dating is more complicated. S…
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-C149E1
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast Medieval copper alloy rotary key, dating to c.AD 1100-1500. Description: The key has a substantial circular bow which appears to be undecorated. There is no collar at the junction with the hollow stem, which is circular in cross section, The un-grooved bit lays in line with the bow. The sub-rectangular flat bit has a narrow cleft (10.65 mm) cut into it adjacent to the lower stem. On the opposite corner of the rectangle a stepped rectangular ward-cut, the remaining rectangular ward protrudes (14.41mm) from the cleft. The wards are distorted…
Created on: Thursday 21st March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-B47713
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn and abraded 17th century copper-alloy token halfpenny issued by Isaac Mardock, an oilman of Southwark in Surrey, dated 1666 on the token. (Williamson Southwark 412). Obverse: an oil storage container surrounded by initials triad M / I I. Inscription: [IS]AAC•MARDOCK•OYLEMAN•  Reverse: HIS/HALFE/PENNY in three lines. Inscription: IN•SUFFOLK•STREET•1666 Diameter 19.2mm, thickness 0.4mm, weight 0.7g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 22nd March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-B1831C
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) dating to the period AD 307-361. GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers and one standard. Possibly minted in Trier, //[TR]P. Measurements: Diameter: 12.98 mm; Thickness: 1.24 mm and Weight: 0.94 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-B121F0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy biface unit of Eppillus of the Cantiaci, c.AD 1-15. Description: This a 'Eppillus Sqaure Eagle' bronze unit of the Cantiaci tribe of the Kent region. Obverse: Concave square around large pellet, 'EP PI CO MF' around. Reverse: Spread eagle standing, head right. Measurements: Diameter: 13.73 mm; Thickness: 2.18 mm and Weight: 1.46 g. Discussion: For this coin, see ABC 408 and VA 450. This coin is the first of its kind recorded on the PAS with photographs.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-B1176D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, worn and corroded copper alloy radiate, probably of Tetricus II  (AD 271 - 4), dating to AD 271 - 4 (Reece Period 13). Uncertain reverse type. Measurements: Diameter: 19.6 mm; Thickness: 1.68 mm and Weight: 1.74 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 27th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-B0A862
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn copper alloy nummus of an uncertain emperor and reverse type, dating to c. AD 260 - 402. It may possibly be an Iron Age bronze unit. Measurements: Diameter: 10.64 mm; Thickness: 1.09 mm and Weight: 0.6 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-B06927
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn copper-alloy Roman radiate, probably a contemporary copy (Barbarous radiate) dating to the period 275-285 AD (Reece Period 14). Uncertain reverse type. Measurements: Diameter: 20.32 mm; Thickness: 1.47 mm and Weight: 2.65 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-B05DB1
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  worn and corroded silvered copper alloy radiate of Victorinus (AD 269 - 71) dating to AD 269 - 172 (Reece Period 13). PAX AVG reverse type, depicting Pax holding a branch in her raised right hand and a long transverse sceptre in her left; V in the left field and star in the right field. Obverse inscription unclear. As RIC 116 - 118, Cologne mint. Flan distorted. Measurements: Diameter: 21.8 mm; Thickness: 1.65 mm and Weight: 2.56 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-AFD6BB
Object type: PURSE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy purse bar (Williams Class A1) of late Medieval or early Post-Medieval date c. AD 1450 - 1550.  The fragment consists of the arms of a purse bar which are broadly sub-rectangular in plan and circular in cross section. In the centre of the bar (where the two arms meet) is a sub-rectangular block, perforated vertically by a 5.6mm diameter circular hole. There is an incised saltire on either side of the block. Abutting each side of the central block is an area on each arm of cast moulded decoration depicting the open jaws …
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2024
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Record ID: KENT-AF3D19
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn and corroded incomplete copper alloy radiate or nummus of uncertain emperor and reverse type dating to c. AD 260 - 402 Measurements: Diameter: 15 mm; Thickness: 1.02 mm and Weight: 0.68.g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 27th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-AEEDEC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn and corroded copper alloy radiate of uncertain emperor and reverse type. Measurements: Diameter: 16 mm; Thickness: 2.86 mm and Weight: 2.64 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: KENT-AE91C9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn copper alloy coin, probably a sestertius of Hadrian (AD 117-138; Reece Period 6). Possibly Moneta reverse type. Measurements: Diameter: 30.2 mm; Thickness: 4.25 mm and Weight: 22.19 g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 26th March 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-AE2E8B
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval to early Post-Medieval cast copper alloy umbonate book mount (Howsam type B.1.2) dating c. AD 1350-1550.  The tri-lobed object has a central raised, hollow, circular boss with a raised collar at the base surrounded by three incomplete attachment lugs that each have a circular rivet hole truncated by worn break. The reverse of the object is concave in line with the boss.The book mount has a dark green patina.  Measurements: length 19.89mm, width 18.92mm, diameter of boss 10.44mm, thickness 6.96mm, weight 4.56g. Discussion…
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-ACE58D
Object type: LINCH PIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a late iron Iron Age or early Roman copper alloy and enamelled 'hoof-type' linch pin  dating c. AD 100 BC - AD 100. The object comprises the copper alloy decorative terminal of a linchpin with missing iron shank. The terminal is of a hoof-type; but is extremely worn; the flat integral disc-shaped plate only survives as an elongated oval stub with oval aperture behind created from the arching leg and hoof element. There are remnants of decoration surviving on the plate in the form of t…
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 11th April 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-A8E14A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily corroded fragment of a Roman copper-alloy Wroxeter type, bow brooch dating to c.AD 75-175. Comprising of just the sub-oval head-plate and the top of the bow. The head-plate has possible linear decoration on the face, a break at the top and on the reverse a raised transverse ridge across the base. The curved bow has a D-shaped cross-section, being flat on the reverse, with two longitudinal grooves on the face down to a break. The reverse has some oxidised remains of the pin and several coils of the spring assembly in a C-shaped recess between the plate and bow. The …
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 22nd March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A84C03
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A very worn copper-alloy token farthing of James I (1603-25) Harrington small flan issue, dating to c.1613-14. Diameter 11.7mm, thickness 0.5mm, weight 0.3g.
Created on: Wednesday 20th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 22nd March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-9EAA11
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A struck or hammered copper alloy George III half guinea gaming token produced AD 1787-1799. The exact date at the point of the shield on the reverse is not clearly seen and visible is only the numbers 1 and 7. Bust on the obverse is facing right and much of the legend is obscured.
Created on: Tuesday 19th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-9E63FC
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy, possibly tinned, double loop spectacle buckle of c.AD 1550-1650. The pin is missing and was likely to be iron. At either tapered end can be seen 4 decorative groove lines. The reverse is blank. A somewhat similar example can be seen in Whitehead (2003) No.367 and see an identical associated example at PUBLIC-8C9071.
Created on: Tuesday 19th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6ECDDA
Object type: KEY (LOCKING)
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Medieval cast copper-alloy casket key probably dating to c.1200-1500. Just the bit and the end of the pointed shaft remains. The shaft is oval in cross-section tapering down to a protruding 6.5mm  point. The integral bit is sub rectangular with clefts on either side. The surface displays a dark green patina. Length 15.7mm, width 11.9mm, thickness 3.9mm, weight 1.9g. Similar complete examples on this database at: OXON-E15E59, LANCUM-90F444 and BH-596548.
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6E6C15
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, heavily worn copper-alloy Roman barbarous radiate of unclear type, dating to c.AD 260-296 (Reece period 13-14). Just  a radiate head right visible, with the reverse possibly depicting a standing figure left. Unclear mint.  Diameter 13.3mm, thickness 2.1mm, weight 1.1g.
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6E30FF
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Medieval cast copper-alloy annular buckle pin dating to c.AD 1270-1400. A rectangular cross-section pin, tapering to a blunt point at one end and an incomplete connecting loop at the other. Adjacent to the connecting loop, on the upper surface, is a rectangular projection incorporating a ridged finger grip. The surface displays a patchy green patina. Length 47mm, width 6mm, thickness 3.9mm, weight 5.1g. See, Egan & Pritchard (2002) No. 541 and see similar examples on this database at: NLM-A81452, SUR-5DA389 and OXON-42C6B0.
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6DE701
Object type: SPUR
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval incomplete cast copper-alloy rowel spur, probably dating to c.AD 1600-1800. An incomplete heel cup, possibly a child's, with breaks on both sides. An integral curved neck terminates in a bifurcated flared rowel box, with the rowel now missing. The surface displays a patchy green patina. Length 60mm, width 44.3mm, thickness 12.5mm, weight 25.9g. Similar examples on this database at: SUSS-DEC6A5, SUR-088909 and SUR-8391AE.
Created on: Sunday 17th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-32A252
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval copper-alloy French square 3.2g coin-weight issued during the reign of Henry II of France, dating to c.1547-59. Sub-square and flat, chamfered on both sides forming an angled profile. The obverse is struck off-centre, bearing a cruciform of four 'crowned letter H's' with lis in the angles and a small cross in the centre. The reverse depicts the Roman numerals XX / II in two lines. Used to check the Henri d'or of four H's type. Probably struck at Lyons and should have weighed 3.5g. Sub-square 13mm x 11.6mm, thickness 3.1mm, weight 3.2g.
Created on: Thursday 14th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-1ED985
Object type: RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy ring, possibly a harness ring with an estimated date range of AD 1200-1800. It is an irregular circle construction. The outer part of the ring is 26mm in diameter and the inner part is 17mm and has flat front and back edges but both outer and inner edges are bevelled to almost a point. File marks can be seen on all edges. An similar record can be seen at LVPL-75068A.
Created on: Wednesday 13th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-089A96
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper-alloy contemporary copy nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361) probably dating to the period c.AD 335-364. Uncertain reverse type and unclear mint. Diameter 13.1mm, thickness 2.1mm, weight 1.2g.
Created on: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F69E71
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval cast copper-alloy horse harness pendant dating to c.1350-1450. Heater shield shaped plate with a suspension loop set at right angles to the plate, now slightly twisted. The vertically divided shield bears the arms of the Cinque Ports, three demi-lions passant guardant left, impaling three demi-ships hulls. The reverse is plain and the surface displays a patchy green patina. Height 49.4mm, width 29.2mm, thickness 2.6mm, weight 17.8g. The arms of the Cinque Ports were first recorded on a seal of Dover in 1305, and the shield was not vertically divided until the mid-14t…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 27th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-EBE826
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A corroded 15th-16th century copper-alloy 3.2g square coin-weight. Sub-square and flat, with one face depicting a stylised ship and the reverse being illegible. Used to check the weight of the gold noble. Probably of continental issue, possibly German (Withers p.23) Sub-square 16.3mm x 15.8mm, thickness 2mm, weight 3.2g. Similar examples on this database at: SUR-8E6DF7 and PUBLIC-6A0E50.
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D94434
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval incomplete cast copper-alloy composite buckle with a drilled frame for a separate spindle dating to c.1350-1450. Rectangular frame with a slightly recessed and enlarged outside edge that has moulded transverse lines/grooves across it. The sides are enlarged towards the rear to accept drillings for a separate spindle and pin assembly that is now missing. The reverse is plain and flat and the surface displays a pale green patina. Probably a locking buckle. Length 18.3mm, width 13.4mm, thickness 2.5mm, weight 1.5g. See, Whitehead (2003) No.551 a…
Created on: Sunday 10th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-CBD882
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval cast copper-alloy strap loop, dating to c.1350-1450. Rectangular loop of rectangular cross-section, with an integral external rivet. The surface displays a corroded patchy pale green patina. Length 14.5mm, width 17.8mm. thickness 2.4mm, weight 1.9g. See Egan and Pritchard, p.231-2, no.1236 passim and see similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-DDCB81, NLM-9DF775 and NLM-51825D.
Created on: Saturday 9th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-CB8F3F
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily corroded Post-Medieval copper-alloy square 3.1g coin-weight, struck at Antwerp c.AD 1550-1650. Square and flat, with the obverse depicting a crowned rose with the letters E / C to either side (Withers p.42). The reverse depicts the hand of Antwerp, with all other detail illegible. Used to check the weight of the English crown gold coin. Square 15.6mm, thickness 2.3mm, weight 3.1g. Similar examples on this database at: HAMP-7D3AE9, SF-AB7CFD and SF-F336E5.
Created on: Saturday 9th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-AE7B56
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A late Medieval to Post Medieval cast copper-alloy incomplete cooking pot leg depicting an animal's foot. The foot is sub-pentagonal with a slightly angled flat base, with moulded ridged toes resembling a lion's paw. Above is a short section of shallow triangular cross-section leg terminating in an old break. The reverse is plain and flat. The surface displays a pale green patina. Height 36.7mm, width 35.3mm, weight 102.5g. See, FRG data-sheet 41, p.6 Type a. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-EDA986, ESS-CF959B and IOW-3487E0.
Created on: Friday 8th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 8th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-980E11
Object type: VESSEL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Late to Post-Medieval incomplete cast copper-alloy 'heavy duty' pot-leg, probably dating to c.1400-1700.  Rectangular in plan and sub-triangular in cross-section. Flat angled base with three slightly moulded vertical ridges up to a horizontal transverse collar at mid-point, then plain up to a break at the apex. The reverse is plain and flat. Height 64.6mm, width 30.5mm, depth 20.4mm, weight 231g. Similar examples on this database at: SUSS-0A26E7, KENT-FFB063 and IOW-1DF9B0. See, FRG data sheet 41, p.6, type C.
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-8C9071
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy possibly tinned double loop spectacle buckle of around 1550-1650AD. The pin is missing and was likely to be iron as there is evidence of iron oxidisation on the pin axis bar and on one side of the buckle face. At one tapered end of the buckle can be seen 4 decorative grooves. A somewhat similar example can be seen in R. Whitehead 1250-1800 No. 367. 
Created on: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-83E6EB
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy dress fastener of Read's Class E Type 3, dating to c.1500-1650. Sub-oval open-work plate with piercings around the outer edge. An old break at the base probably once formed a hooked arm, with a rectangular attachment loop at the opposite end. The face has moulded decoration of two chevrons with possibly a thistle head or similar above. The reverse is plain and flat and the surface displays an even green patina. Length 22.8mm, width 16.1mm, thickness 2.1mm, weight 2.9g. Similar examples on this database at: SUSS-E08B62,…
Created on: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 6th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-5AB0E2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and heavily worn Roman copper alloy barbarous radiate, imitating an issue of uncertain ruler and dating to c. AD 275-285 (Reece period 14). Illegible reverse, uncertain mint.
Created on: Monday 4th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUR-5A03A1
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A single looped trapezoidal buckle with a narrowed and recessed strap bar. A fragment of a copper alloy pin is retained on the front edge.  
Created on: Monday 4th March 2024
Last updated: Monday 4th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-453AE2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Harrington token farthing of James I (1603-25) type 1, dating to c.1613-14. Diameter 11.7mm, thickness 0.4mm, 0.2g.
Created on: Sunday 3rd March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-44EA12
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A 17th century cast copper-alloy (tombac) two-piece button. Hemi-spherical solid body with a separate oval wire loop. Decorated with a five petalled flower motif. The surface displays a shiny dark green colour with the loop being pale green. Diameter 10.2mm, height 13.2mm, weight 3g. See, Bailey (2004 : 33), Fig.8.15 passim.
Created on: Sunday 3rd March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-35AFEC
Object type: DRESS HOOK
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval incomplete cast copper-alloy dress hook of Read's Class E Type 5 (variant), dating to c.1500-1650. Sub-triangular semi-openwork central plate with an 'open' loop to each side and a 'closed' loop below, terminating in a  incomplete hook arm at the base. Above is a rectangular attachment loop with ornate ropework decoration emanating from the base of it, and coiling around the loops of the central plate. The reverse is plain and flat and the surface displays a reddish-green corroded patina. Length 28.6mm, width 22.9mm, thickness 2…
Created on: Saturday 2nd March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-342371
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Iron Age copper-alloy coin. Kentish Primary (Thurrock) Potin dating c.150-100 BCE. Obverse: Head of Apollo facing left. Reverse Butting Bull right. Diameter: 16.53 mm max; Thickness: 4.0 4mm. Weight: 2.91 g. Perhaps the closest is VA 1428-3. No equivalent in ABC, so ABC 120 var. (per David Holman).
Created on: Saturday 2nd March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-22D389
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
 A late Medieval to Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy domed thimble, probably dating c.1400-1600. A gently tapering cylindrical body with a domed apex. At the base is a double-grooved band, with sub-circular hand-punched indentations above. The surface displays a generally dark green patina. Height: 15 mm, Base Diameter: 18.6 mm, Wall Thickness: 1 mm and Weight: 3.77 g. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-B65E4D, IOW-E342A3, YORYM-98FB69 and SWYOR-9F9012.
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-21FF80
Object type: SCABBARD
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete probable Early Medieval sword pyramid mount. Although the term 'pyramid' is generally applied to this form of object due to its shape normally being a square pyramid, this example is in the form of a cone. The object is plain and undecorated. It is hollow underneath and at the base there is an integral round sectioned bar running across the centre for attachment to the sword belt. The mount has a mid-green patina. The mount is 21.2 mm in diameter, 10.7 mm in height, and weighs 6.82 g. Similar examples are SWYOR-89C624, BUC-725DF3 and LIN-666425.
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-2018DE
Object type: GOUGE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a Late Bronze Age copper-alloy gouge (1150 - 800 BC). The gouge consists of a semi-circular shaped blade tip. It is possible that this gouge was socketed, however there is no indication of a socket remaining. The blade is C-shaped in cross-section throughout its length and concave, with the hollow of the blade increasing towards the cutting-edge. The sides of the blade are slightly trapezoidal expanding towards the cutting edge which is rounded. The break is irregular and the reverse of the gouge is rounded. The gouge measures 32.3 mm in length, 15.6&…
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-198F89
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval crudely cast copper-alloy double looped asymmetrical buckle frame dating to c.1575-1700. D-shaped cross-section, comprising of a rectangular loop (with a probably unintentional serrated outside edge)  and a rounded loop with a slightly projecting knop on the outside edge. Separated by a narrowed central strap bar that is now missing the pin. The face is decorated with moulded pellets around the entire frame with the reverse being plain and flat. The surface is rough, probably unfinished, displaying a green patina. Length 19.9mm, width 16.1mm, thickness 2.1mm…
Created on: Friday 1st March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-06BE9F
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval cast copper alloy horse harness pendant, c.AD 1200-1500 Description: The pendant is quatrefoil in plan with small, very worn triangles projecting between the lobes and a broken integral suspension loop in the form of an off-set plate. In the centre is a decorated square. Around the square is very worn decoration on red enamel depicting a four-legged beast. The reverse of the pendant appears to be undecorated. The surface of the pendant has an abraded dark brown-green patina. Measurements:  Height: 36.31mm, Width: 28.…
Created on: Thursday 29th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-0574BC
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval cast copper alloy horse harness pendant, c.AD 1200-1500. Description: The pendant is quatrefoil with projecting points in the spandrels. Within the central square formed by the triangular points is an incised shield.  This was probably  enamelled.  There is a central cross (height:24.73mm, width: 12.0mm), the lower upright is longer.  The lobes and cross are decorated but due to the condition of the pendant it is impossible to determine the type or style. There is an incomplete suspension loop extending at the top, at right angles t…
Created on: Thursday 29th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F700AB
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, small cast copper-alloy Roman plate brooch, possibly dating to the later second to third centuries AD. Description: The brooch is broadly circular, but extends centrally to accommodate the reverse pin fixings, giving it an eye-shaped outline. Within this, there is a raised, circular rim. At the centre there is a small circular cell and midway between these, a further slightly raised circular ridge. The brooch's decoration is thus based on two round zones around a central cell. These would originally have been filled with enamel and a possible central boss …
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F65DA9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy cast Kentish Primary Series ("Thurrock") Potin, dating to c. 175 - 100 B.C. Description: Obverse: degraded head of Apollo, left. Reverse: bull. Corrosion to reverse means it is not possibly to distinguish in which direction the bull is facing or whether there was an inscription. Remains of casting sprue above head Measurements: Diameter: 18.0mm; thickness: 4.4mm; weight: 4.1g Discussion: As ABC Type 120.
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F5FFAA
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman Antoninianus of Claudius II Gothicus (AD 268 - 270). Description: LAETITIA AVG reverse type depicting Laetitia, standing left, holding wreath and cornucopia. Measurements: Diameter: 18.0mm; weight: 2.14g.
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F58570
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman dupondius of Antonine date probably depicting either Marcus Aurelius (AD 161 - 180) or Commodus (AD 175 - 192), Reece period 9. Reverse type uncertain. Measurements: Diameter: 21.1mm; weight: 4.11g.
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F530A8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy Roman sestertius of Commodus (AD 175 - 192), dating to AD 192 (Reece period 9). Description: Reverse type depicting Roma standing r., holding spear, clasping hands with Fides, standing l., holding standard; star in field. Appears to be avariant with S C outside figures instead of between. Measurements: Diameter: 28.9mm; weight: 13.19g
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
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Record ID: KENT-F2623C
Object type: STIRRUP
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy openwork zoomorphic strirrup-strap mount, dating from the Early Medieval period (c.AD 1000 - 1200).  Description: Only the upper part of the mount remains. This consists of a zoomorphic head  in relief, surrounded by an openwork design: one central perforation above the beast's head, two to each side and the remains of two larger perforations below. The surviving edges of the object are scalloped. The object has a smooth, even, mid-brown patina. Measurements: Length: 17.8mm; width: 21.9mm; thickness: 5.0mm; weight: 2.92g. Discussion: Thi…
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
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Record ID: KENT-F2591E
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy zoomorphic mount of Post Medieval date, c.AD 1500-1900. Description: The object is a leonine mount, depicting a three dimensional lion's face, realistically rendered. It is sub-spherical in form and, unlike most other available examples, is not surrounded by a moulded frame; the mane creates the outer edge. The reverse is smooth and concave but shows no signs of mount fixings, such as studs or spikes. The object is a mottled green in colour. Measurements: Length: 31.13 mm; Width: 29.38 mm; Thickness: 3.85 mm and Weight: 13.33 g. Discussion:…
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-F22AA4
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy spectacle buckle frame of early Post-Medieval date, c. AD 1550-1650. Description: The buckle is formed of two oval loops in a 'figure-of-eight', joined by a central vertical bar. The entire face of the frame is bevelled. The central bar extends slightly above the oval frames. There are moulded rosettes on either loop of the buckle frame. The reverse of the buckle is flat and undecorated. The buckle has been black lacquer coated and/or tinned, turning it to a dark black colour. Measurements: Length: 44.96 mm; Width: 25.8 mm; Thickness: 2.35 mm…
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-F07604
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval cast copper-alloy dress fastener 'eye piece' of Read's Class A Type 1, dating to c.1500-1650. Sub-oval plate, domed on the face and concave on the reverse. Three 'sewing holes' protrude from the plate, rounded loops on either side and a pointed loop at one end. At the other end is a larger rectangular loop to accept a blunt hook. The face is decorated with a relief moulded chequered pattern, with the surface displaying a pale green patina. Length 38.8 mm, Width 23.8 mm, Thickness 4.6 mm, Weight 7.7 g. A similar example can be seen o…
Created on: Wednesday 28th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-E4436A
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small cast copper alloy buckle plate of possibly 1300-1500AD. The copper alloy strip is folded over and has one rivet towards the end of the plate. A cut away section is at the folded end which would have been the positioning for the pin held in place with the buckle bar through two loops at the same end. The buckle along with the pin is missing. It has a mottled patina surface.
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-E1EC24
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn Roman copper-alloy nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period c.AD 318-320 (Reece period 16). VICTORIAE LAETAE PRINC PERP reverse type, depicting two Victories holding a shield between them, possibly a contemporary copy. Unclear mint. The coin is pierced at 12 o'clock to the reverse. Oval flan 20.1mm x 17.6mm, thickness 1.7mm, weight 3.2g. 
Created on: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-CAA143
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval leaded, copper alloy, possibly pewter two-part strap fitting probably for a sword-belt or baldrick dating c. AD 1550-1700. The object comprises two linked elements, a hook and eye section. The hook section has a trefoil shaped plate with a pierced rounded knop at the apex for a rivet. Below the trefoil the plate is waisted with a D-shaped cross-section, terminating with a pair of outward curving tendrils with a second rivet hole between. A rectangular sectioned blunt hook recurves from between the tendrils the tip almost meeting the base of the plat…
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-CA3E34
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval copper-alloy mount, probably from a casket or item of furniture dating c. AD1200-1400. The object comprises a rectangular plate with three circular rivet holes in a triangular arrangement; one domed rivet survives in situ; the remaining holes are filled with corrosion. One short edge of the plate is slightly curved with two short, curved projecting stubs of a now missing element surviving with worn breaks. At the opposing end of the plate is an integral narrow attachment bar with a D-shaped cross-section and moulded decoration comprising two …
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-C9B59D
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn, incomplete Medieval copper-alloy heraldic horse harness pendant with the 'Arms of England' dating to c. AD 1340-1400.  The plate is sub-circular but worn with breaks around all edges. A short triangular projecting knop on the shoulder of the plate suggests it was probably originally of quatrefoil form. It has a pierced attachment lug projecting from the apex set at 90°s to the plate; the aperture is filled with corrosion, possibly iron. The main body of the plate is slightly convex on its front and  slightly concave on its back.&n…
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: SUSS-C87B1D
Object type: THIMBLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn, complete medieval copper-alloy ring-type thimble dating c.  AD 1400-1500. The cast ring is seamless and the rims are parallel but the thimble is slightly crushed and sub-oval in plan. The lower rim is of larger diameter than the upper and the sides are straight-sloping. The outside is covered with twelve circumferential (horizontal) rows of circular drilled pits with circumferential plain bands comprising a linear grooved border just inside each external edge. The metal is patinated green inside and out.  External max. diameter (top): 1…
Created on: Monday 26th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-9BA777
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast copper-alloy incomplete fragment of a double loop buckle frame, dating to c.1550-1650. Just the outside edge of one loop, with a moulded rosette in the centre and ornate decoration to either side. The reverse is plain. Width 31.7mm, length 14.7mm, thickness 2.7mm, weight 3.3g. Similar examples on this database at: SUR-045938, SUR-CAE24D and KENT-B95984 and see Whitehead (2003) p.67.
Created on: Saturday 24th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-90A86E
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Medieval cast copper-alloy double loop rectangular buckle frame, dating to c.1350-1500. D-shaped cross section frame, being bevelled both inside and outside of the face, with a flat reverse. One rectangular loop remains, with most of the other missing. Another small rectangular loop extends out adjacent to the central strap bar. Probably a sword belt fitting. Length 31.6mm, width 27.3mm, thickness 3.1mm, weight 6g. Similar examples on this database at: SUSS-4391FA, IOW-BE7C83 and DEV-460464 and see Whitehead, No.470.
Created on: Friday 23rd February 2024
Last updated: Monday 26th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6FCA77
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete late Medieval cast copper-alloy composite strap-end, dating to c.1300-1450. Comprising of a facetted lozenge-knop terminal with integral spacer and two separate plates (half of the spacer and half of one of the plates is missing at the attachment end). Secured at either end of the plates with rivets. The surface displays a patchy green patina. Length 25.3mm, width 7.2mm, thickness 3.3mm, weight 2.6g. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-5959B6, WILT-32CEFB and IOW-766D7F and see, Egan & Pritchard (2002) p.143-4, no.676 passim.
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-6F4868
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily corroded 17th century copper-alloy octagonal token halfpenny issued by Richard Whittingham of the Flying Horse Inn at Wye in Kent, dated 1667 on the token. Obverse: an inscription in five lines of;  RICHARD / WHITTING / HAM • IN / WYE / 1667  Reverse: a depiction of a winged horse left, with an inscription below in two lines of; HIS 1/2 / PENY Diameter 19.5mm, thickness 0.6mm, weight 1g.
Created on: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-60D470
Object type: BLADE
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a blade – possibly a rapier dating to the mid to late bronze age (c.BC 1500-700). The blade is sub-rectangular in plan and lozenge shaped in section. The blade is narrow when viewed in plan and the edges are slightly concave, in section it shows both faces are convex and narrow at the edges to make the sharp edge of the blade. The object has a light green patina. Dimensions: Length 20.5mm, Width 27.7mm, Thickness 4.8mm, Weight 13.04g. The fragmentary nature of the object makes it difficult to identify however similar narrow bladed examples belonging to mid …
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 28th February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-5D23FA
Object type: PENDANT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  Post Medieval cast copper-alloy religious bi-face pendant probably dating to c.1600-1800. Oval plate with a protruding knop at the base and a circular suspension loop set at right angles to the plate. One face depicts Jesus holding an orb surmounted by a cross within a 'starburst' circular border of lines, with the initials I H S below and a depiction of three nails at the base. The other side depicts Mary holding a child on a horizontal lined background, with seven stars above and a crescent moon below. The surface displays an even green patina. Height 22.9…
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 22nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-489B39
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy buckle of medieval date (c.AD 1250-1400). The single loop buckle has two prominent lobed knops projecting from the pin rest and an offset strap bar. Both faces have the same decoration. The pin is missing, and the object has a dark green/ black patina. Dimensions: Length 11.9m, Width 20.7mm, Thickness 1.9mm, Weight 0.95g. Similar examples can be found in Whitehead’s buckles (2003, p. 22). .
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th April 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-488690
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy buckle of medieval date (c.AD 1250-1400). The single loop buckle has a single barrel decoration on the pin rest and a narrowed offset strap bar. Both faces have the same decoration. The pin is missing, and the object has a dark green/ black patina. Dimensions: Length 16.0m, Width 15.6mm, Thickness 2.2mm, Weight 1.29g. Similar examples can be found in Whitehead’s buckles (2003, p. 21).
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-3542D4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman copper alloy nummus of Constantine II dating to AD 330-335. GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers with two standards. Mint of Trier. As LRBC Vol I, number 68. Dimensions: Diameter 15.4mm, Weight 1.27g.
Created on: Monday 19th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-1DECBB
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval cast copper-alloy bar mount dating to c.1150-1350. Circular domed body with a central 2.5mm diameter piercing. D-shaped cross section arms extend to either side terminating in much smaller domes that are drilled for rivet fixings. The reverse is flat apart from a concave dished area behind the central dome. The surface displays an even dark patina. Length 19.1mm, width 7mm, thickness 2.5mm, weight 0.9g. Similar examples on this database at: KENT-D00533, PUBLIC-0F664B & SUSS-C1C6F3 and see Egan & Pritchard (2002 : 213-4) no.1157 passim.
Created on: Sunday 18th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-1051B5
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy partially gilded strap loop fitting of around the 14th century. It is rectangular in shape and has traces of gilding on both faces and has bevelled edges on those faces. There is a centrally positioned broken round shank measuring 4mm long with a diameter of 3.5mm. It exhibits some patina within corrosion. For similar examples on this database, see NLM-7CF035, NARC-FE561A and BH-ED2C6B. Note the similar fitting in Egan and Pritchard 1991, pp. 232, Fig.147, No.1239.
Created on: Saturday 17th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-08A467
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn late Medieval copper-alloy French jetton of the 'standing King under canopy' type, dating to c.1300-1400. The obverse depicts a King standing beneath arches with a very worn uncertain inscription, possibly, AV[E M]ARIA. The reverse depicts a triple stranded cross fleuretty with lis in the angles, all within a four arched tressure with AVE in all four spandrels. Diameter 21mm, thickness 1.8mm, weight 2.6g. See, Mitchiner (1988 : 164-5) nos.387-410 and similar examples on this database at: KENT-FC1176, BUC-DAF8B7 and OXON-5EE874.
Created on: Saturday 17th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F343C8
Object type: DRESS FASTENER (DRESS)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post Medieval cast copper-alloy dress fastener 'eye piece' of Read's class A, type 2, dating to c.1500-1700. Flat oval plate with one protruding side lug incorporating a sewing hole and on the opposite side is the incomplete loop of another, with one at the base just an incomplete sewing hole. At the other end of the plate is an old break that would have projected into an attachment loop. The plate is decorated on one side with two transverse lines and a swirling loop foliate design with a perimeter border of annulets. The other side is pl…
Created on: Friday 16th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 16th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-E0C256
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval square 'Antwerp hand' copper alloy coin weight, probably dating to AD 1581-1585. Description: The weight is square and stamped on both sides. The obverse is marked with the initials 'LVG' above an outstretched palm. The reverse depicts a rose, flanked by the initials 'E C' and topped by a crown. The weight is a patinated brown in colour. Obverse:          V                        &n…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: KENT-DF5EDC
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval copper alloy jetton from France, AD 1250-1450. Description:  It is now ovoid in plane, as the damage has removed the outer rim and part of the body of the jetton. Obverse: Shield of France with Fleur de Lis. Reverse:  Triple stranded straight cross, fleuretty Measurements: Diameter: 22.33 mm, Thickness: 1.01 mm, Weight: 1.42 g. Discussion: Both the obverse and reverse depict motifs typical of Medieval French jettons, particularly those of the late 1300s. However, due to the loss of the rim inscription, it is not possible to…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-DED7B7
Object type: JETTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Late-Medieval copper-alloy French jetton of the three lis type (without a shield) probably dating to c.1418-37 or slightly earlier. Probably struck at Paris. The obverse depicts three fleur-de-lis with a star above, all within a circular pelleted border. The partial inscription appears to be fictitious : AVE [ ... ] A V A (quatrefoil) with several star letter stops. The reverse depicts a triple stranded cross fleuretty with a quatrefoil in the centre and two stars bisecting each angle, all within a four-arched tressure.   The only two similar jett…
Created on: Thursday 15th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 16th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.