Record ID: LIN-58B474
Object type: BALDRIC
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Late Iron Age to Roman probable baldric ring or military phalera (horse harness) mount dating to circa 70 BC-AD 300. The object is fully three-dimensional; it is oval in form and in cross-section with rounded edges. The sides of the ring leading up to the curvilinear openwork grow in width from 8.15 mm to 10.6 mm). One side is slightly flattened nearer the broken projecting lobe, perhaps worn down due to its use. The central aspect of the ring comprises of an openwork design with four open spaces: two triangular spaces surrounding a circul…
Created on: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Burgh Le Marsh', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-545346
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper-alloy British Iron Age, Kent ‘Thurrock’ / Kentish primary type potin / cast bronze unit. (later 2nd c. BC). Cf ABC 144 type, dating to the period c. 175BC - 100BC. Obverse: Head of Apollo, left. Reverse: bull butting right, exergual line below. Diameter: 17.84 mm; Thickness: 3.53 mm; Weight: 3.21g This coin has been noted as a Find of Note as it is an uncommon type, especially for Lincolnshire.
Created on: Thursday 28th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Spridlington area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-F2424A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy Roman Colchester Derivative Rearhook brooch dating to c.AD 40-70. Mackreth 2011 CD RH. The C-shaped wings are completely moulded with bead and reel decoration; each of the beads is moulded with oblique grooves and a wavy line on both sides of the bow. The wing retains traces of the coiled spring. The rearhook projects from the centre of the head. The bow arches back from the head and tapers to the foot. It exhibits a central element consisting of a longtidunal sunken column containing a pair of wavy-line ridges. To either side is a undeco…
Created on: Monday 11th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Barrowby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-60443D
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Oolitic Limestone stone shot. Pecked stone ball of a size apt to be fired by the smaller version of the Minion, which was one of the smaller guns mounted on wheeled carriages to support troops in the field. Stone shot was an early projectile derived from the similar balls made to be lobbed by catapult artillery. It would later be superseded by cast iron shot. Stone shot was used during the Wars of the Roses (c.1450-1489) along with other projectiles, and by the armies of Henry VIII (1509-1547) and Elizabeth I (1558-1603) – though the English ships which assailed the Great Spani…
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cockerington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-6033AD
Object type: SADDLE QUERN
Broad period: NEOLITHIC
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fine-grained Limestone saddle quern. A neat sub-rectangular block of stepped wedge-shaped profile, worn on its upper surface with a flat base which is indented only at its thicker end. The form is Neolithic, and a saddle quern would be used with a separate cobble grinding stone to grind corn to a coarse flour, and hence marks the advent of arable farming in the area whence it was reported. The small size and flat base – the latter perhaps suggesting use on a flat surface or even a table, which would be a remarkable feature to postulate in a Neolithic settlement – are perhap…
Created on: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 12th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'North Cockerington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-A2DFAD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A gold Roman Solidus of Magnus Maximus dating to the period AD 383-388 (Reece period 20). Mint of Treveri, struck A.D. 383-4. RIC IX Trier 76; Cohen 4; Sear 20631. Some damage to the flan. Obverse description: Rosette-diademed, draped and cuirassed bust right Obverse inscription: D N MAG MA-XIMVS P F AVG Reverse description: Emperor standing front, head right, holding a labarum and Victory on a globe, a star on left, SMTR in exergue Reverse inscription: RESTITVTOR REIPVBLICAE Diameter: 21 mm ; Weight: 4.47g; Die Axis: 6 o clock.
Created on: Monday 12th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 18th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Swayfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-52F8E8
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and worn male bust dating to the Roman period (c.AD 43-410), possibly dating to the mid-late second century AD. The object is convex on the decorated side and concave on the reverse. It is in the form of a stylised male bust with an oval head, widening at the shoulders and terminating with a rounded edge. The head is rendered with worn detailed modelling of hair and facial features. The head has continuous wide fringe around the face delineated by curvilinear incisions, with the hair appearing swept back. No ears are represented. The be…
Created on: Thursday 8th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 12th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-7BA3A3
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval silver coin; a Anglo-Gallic Demi-sterling (halfpenny) of Edward III of England (AD 1327 - 1377) as Duke of Aquitaine, dating from AD 1330 - 1344. Mint of Aquitaine. The denomination is a halfpenny equivalent. Measurements are; diameter 14.7mm, thickness 0.5mm and weight 0.53g. Compare KENT-EDF8E5 which cites Spink No.8047 and Chautard (1871, 174 & Pl.xx, no. 5). No. 276. Other examples are SF-D4F064, LEIC-BF23D4 and DUR-FF7C60.
Created on: Monday 29th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: ESS-F9A4E3
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete cast copper-alloy mount of Roman date (c.43-410). Description: The object is in the form of a small bird with moulded wings, tail, feet and head. The eyes of the bird are deep recessed holes and would have been inlaid. The wings and tails have incised lines to depict feathers, as do the feet to represent its claws. The feet have a horizontal circular gap so that they curl around a separate copper-alloy wire, to appear as though it is sitting on a branch. This is broken underneath one of the feet. The object has a dark brown patina with traces of a white metal…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LIN-BC9890
Object type: DODECAHEDRON
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper-alloy dodecahedron dating to the Roman period (c. AD 43-410). Type 1b. This object was discovered during a controlled archaeological investigation by a local History and Archaeology Group and Allen Archaeology and was recovered from a pit described by the excavators as a quarry infilled with debris as a midden. Other finds include a box-flue tile fragment, grey-ware pottery, roof tile debris and animal teeth. Photographs and information were kindly provided by Lorena Hitchens who is currently undertaking a PhD on the topic…
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Norton Disney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-C4C3E6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An Early Medieval silver coin: penny of Eadmund (AD 939-946). Moneyer: Eferulf. (BMC i. North 688 HT 1, Two-line /horizontal; no mint signature). There is some damage to the flan. Obverse: Small cross pattee / EADMVND RX Reverse: Moneyer’s name EFERVLF in two lines divided by three crosses and above and below three pellets (trefoil) / EFER/VLF MO / Eferulf / MO[NETA]. Accent/abbreviation over the L indicating there are letters missing.  Diameter: 21.75 mm; Thickness: 0.84 mm; Weight: 1.22g This coin has been noted as a 'Find of Note' as i…
Created on: Friday 15th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Spridlington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-6FDB49
Object type: MEDALLION
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure Case 2023 T1169 A cast post-medieval silver commemorative medallion or pendant depicting Charles I, dating to c. AD1625-1700. The medallion is oval in shape with the partial remains of a suspension loop at the top and a complete loop at the bottom, and decorative shaped knops to the left and right. The loops at the top and bottom are missing. Both sides of the pendant are decorated with a raised border formed of 2 concentric incised lines.  Within the border on the obverse is a moulded bust of Charles I, facing left, bareheaded with flowing hair and pointed beard. …
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lutton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-CFA67B
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy early medieval 'Urnes' style strap end dating to c. AD 1000-1100, Thomas Class G. The strap end is rectangular, gently flaring towards the split end for attachment with a central copper-alloy rivet in the rivet hole, now worn down to stub. The strap end tapers towards a moulded high-relief zoomorphic head. The creature's head comprises prominent semi-circular ears, pointed lentoid eyes, above are three chevron grooves for the brows. The face tapers towards the snout, with concave sides, before flaring …
Created on: Tuesday 21st November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 16th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Bigby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-9FD070
Object type: PILGRIM BADGE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Late Medieval cast copper-alloy pilgrim badge dating to c.AD 1400-1550, depicting the Annunciation (the Angel Gabriel announcing to Mary she is to bear God's son). Mary is depicted to the left dressed in a long robe with her left arm raised to her chest, her right hand on a book that sits on a column to her front. Surrounding her head is a halo that is surmounted by a dove. To the right is the angle Gabriel facing left with furled wings projecting to the rear, he is shown holding a branch (messengers staff) in his left hand and resting his right hand o…
Created on: Sunday 19th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 13th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Navenby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-A1E128
Object type: PILGRIM BADGE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead alloy pilgrim badge or pendant dating to the 15th or first half of the 16th century. Description The badge is flat, circular, and has an integral, incomplete loop at the top set on the same plane as the body. Both sides of the badge are decorated with a cast design. One side depicts Jesus on the cross, with a haloed figure standing to either side. The cross dominates the scene and is depicted by a simple moulded outline. Jesus is shown hanging on the cross, with arms outstretched and head angled downwards to the right (as seen by the wearer), looking towards the …
Created on: Tuesday 7th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 7th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-209663
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval lead alloy boy bishop (or 'St Nicholas') penny token dating to c.AD1470-1539 belonging to Rigold's Inscribed Bury Series (possibly Type E 'Sancto Nicholae' although inscription difficult to read) made in Bury St Edmunds (Suffolk). Ref: Rigold 1978. Obverse: mitre within plain inner circle; possibly ORA (PRO NOB) BEAT[  ] Reverse: Long cross dividing the inscription, three pellets in each quarter; illegible   Diameter: 14.9mm, Weight: 1.82gms
Created on: Wednesday 1st November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Market Rasen', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-77D30B
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast silver Roman ring with an oval cornelian in the bezel c. 3rd century AD. The loop has prominent angles/keels, above are triangular shoulders. The ring aperture is slightly ovoid, with a ‘D’ shaped profile. The oval cornelian sits within a broadly octagonal bezel (17.8mm x 15mm). The charioteer is driving a biga (a two-horse chariot) to the left, and is more unusual, depicting Cupid rather than the more commonly found Victory variation. The representation of the charioteer is naively chip carved, characterised by the Maaskant-Kleibrink as ‘i…
Created on: Tuesday 24th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 24th October 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LIN-40E261
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval silver soldino (or 'galley halpenny') of Doge Andrea Contarini of Venice (1367-82), Type 4 (Daubney type 1) dating to AD1370-72, mint: Venice, mint control mark: star and F flanking figure (Filippo Barbarigo, mintmaster 1370-2); S. MARCVS VENETI reverse type depicting the winged lion of St. Mark facing within a circle, holding book of gospels. Chipped. Ref: CNI VII, p.97, nos 22-4.  Obverse description: Doge kneeling left holding banner. star and F flanking figure. Obverse inscription: +ANDR'9/[TAR DV]X Reverse description: Winged lion o…
Created on: Monday 9th October 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Welbourn', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-3F8AE8
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An early Roman enamelled copper alloy Aesica brooch dating circa AD60-100. The brooch has short semi-cylindrical wings containing a copper alloy spring of eight or nine turns. The spring has an external chord held by a rearward hook at the top of the head. The brooch has a flat circular backplate and a fantail foot. The upper bow is short, arched and has a high central crest. The upper bow appears to be separate from the body and is probably riveted to the headplate at the top. At the bottom the bow is riveted to the circular backplate. The base of the bow has a wide crescentric p…
Created on: Monday 9th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 31st October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sleaford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-3D423F
Object type: KNIFE
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast Roman copper-alloy knife handle with a lion's head terminal dating to c. AD 43-410 Only the length of the handle has survived with a lion's head at the terminal and a rectangular break at the opposite end. The handle is circular in cross-section. The lion is rendered with a curved ear with recess, a pair of lentoid raised eyes, a pointed oval snout, a gently curved recess for the mouth and a slightly flattened oval chin. The nose has a central circular indentation. The head is further decorated with punched ringed dots. Where the lion's ne…
Created on: Monday 9th October 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 27th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.