Record ID: LVPL-71F985
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight dating from the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is conical in shape with an irregular rounded base. A rounded perforation runs vertically through the centre of the object. It is undecorated and has a mid-grey patina. Dimensions: Length 35.1mm; diameter (base) 31.6mm; weight 165.82g The exact function and date of the object is uncertain. Weights such as these that were found outside of archaeological contexts are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Biggs and Withers (20…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-71D7EC
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular with two flat faces and a curved edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 6.1mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 25mm; thickness 5.8mm; weight 24.48g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onward…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-71C9ED
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular with two flat faces and a curved edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 6.7mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 26.5mm; thickness 5.4mm; weight 27.44g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwa…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-714B6B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kirklees
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy coin weight for a Unite of James I, 2nd coinage, revalued.  The obverse depicts a crown surmounting the value XXII // S. The reverse is badly worn, but would a faint crowned bust with sceptre facing right is visible.  The metal has a dark brown patina and is worn.  Measurements are; length 17.4mm, width 16.5mm, thickness 4.5mm and weight 8.73g.  The original weight of a Unite would have been 10.03g. At 8.73g this weight is slightly light but this may be due to wear. The die axis is 6. The Unite coin was revalued in 1612, when it …
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Sunday 28th January 2024
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Record ID: LANCUM-31FE11
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cumbria
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy trade weight. It is circular, the diameter of the bottom being slightly smaller than the top, which gives the sides a slight slope inward towards the base. The top has a raised circular border. In the inset panel is an circle, approximately in the centre of the face. On this are four symbols, spaced equidistant around the circle; At the top is a shield shape divided into equal quadrants. On the right hand side is a crown with 'G' under it.The bottom has the image of a ewer, and the left hand side has a cipher of 'A' and 'T'. It weig…
Created on: Friday 8th December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Holme St Cuthbert', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: ESS-060870
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete four ounce trade weight, of the stacking cup type, of post-medieval date (c.1500-1900). Description: The object is circular in plan and dished in profile with raised edges. There is a central dimple or recess showing the object was lathe-turned. The bottom is also recessed over half way to the centre of the object with the centre having a small raise. There are four marks on the face, the Founder's Company ewer at 12 o'clock, a City of London (Guildhall) shield at 5 o'clock, a sword of St. Paul at 6 o'clock and the letter 'A…
Created on: Wednesday 6th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
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Record ID: BH-F2AD04
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy Post Medieval trade weight of 17th century date. The weight is circular with a raised border around the edge. The face of the weight has three stamps: at 1 o'clock a sword for the Sword of St. Paul for the city of London Guildhall, at 7 o'clock an ewer for the London Founder’s Company (Worshipful Company of Founders), and at 11 o'clock possibly a crown. These are all crossed by an incised circular line within the raised edge. Approximaty a quarterof the raised edge is damaged. The reverse of the weight is flat, da…
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 6th December 2023
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Record ID: ESS-DC3FF3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead probably weight of probable post-medieval date (c.1500-1900) Description:  The object is broadly circular and is uniface. The front has evidence of a raised ridge around some areas of the circumference and a possible decorative pattern in the centre.The object has a pale grey patina. Measurements: Diameter: 11.9mm; Thickness: 4.4mm; Weight: 3.67g.
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-9B1499
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy trade weight issued in the reign of Charles I (1625-1649) or Charles II (1660-1685). The weight is disc shaped with a raised rim that is bevelled on the inside. There are three stamp marks on this face: a sword at 2 o’clock, representing the sword of St. Paul for the City of London, a ewer (for the Founder's Company, maker of weights) at 5 o’clock, and a crowned ‘C’ (royal cypher) at 11 o’clock, probably for one of the King Charles. The reverse face is flat. The entire object has a smooth dark green patina. …
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: BH-85A171
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval lead weight with an impression of a Georgian coin on one face, probably George III (AD 1760-1820). The obverse depicts a bust facing right. The legend is unclear. The reverse depicts a cross moline. The legend is unclear. The entire object is very worn. The patina is mid grey. The object measures 23mm diameter, 4.3mm thickness and weighs 10.3 grams. See OXON-2AD6E5 on the PAS database for similar.
Created on: Thursday 30th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 25th March 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-7395D2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy weight likely dating from the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1400-1700). The object is circular with a flat face and base and a curved side. It is undecorated and has a light grey patina. Dimensions: Diameter 55.3mm; thickness 19.5mm; weight 441.48g > equivalent to 15.5 oz Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwards.
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th December 2023
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Record ID: ESS-60ECAF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead weight or token of post medieval date (c.1500-1800) Description: The object is broadly circular in plan and very slightly domed in cross-section. One face is stamped with a simplified three-pointed crown symbol. The crown has five pointed star shape at the centre but this is probably due to bending and cracking. The object has been bent and is very worn. The surface is white grey and pitted. Measurements: diameter 17.53mm; thickness 3.12mm; weight 5.38g
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-5BA7D7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probably late Medieval to Post-Medieval cast lead pierced 57.1g (2 oz) weight, probably dating to c.1400-1800. Sub-spherical with flattened base and apex. There is a central drilling of 8.5mm diameter. The surface displays a light grey colour. Diameter 24.8mm, height 17.1mm, weight 57.1g. Similar examples on this database at: LIN-D34531, WAW-14B9D9 and HAMP-AEB48D.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 15th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-493494
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval or Post Medieval lead alloy probable trade or pan weight, dating to c AD 1500 - 1700. It weighs 4.04 ozs. It is circular in form and plano convex in cross section. The underside has a wide grooved band on its base, a common feature, possibly the area from which excess lead could be removed to adjust its actual weight, or simply to facilitate stacking. The base is heavily marked, which is also common, crowns and other emblems, letters, numbers, authenticating the weight, but none is legible in this case. Dimensions: Heigh…
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
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Record ID: ESS-47EAA8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Essex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight of post-medieval date (c.1500-1900) Description: The weight is circular in plan and a rounded rectangle in section. There is a raised circumferential ridge on both faces. At least four iron nails have been driven into the weight, three on one side and one on the other, but only rough ends of the nails remain. On one side, the weight has been stamped with a 'C' or possibly 'G' with further indistinguishable letters or shapes above this. The purpose of the nails is uncertain. The weight has a light grey patina, with the ex…
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: NMS-476B7E
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Circular copper alloy trade weight, time of Elizabeth I, diameter approximately 38mm, weight 24.41g, three stamps on one side, a crowned EL, a ewer (or so-called coffee pot) and a dagger, presumably slightly underweight for one ounce, 1558-1603
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 27th November 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-F79684
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular with two flat faces and a curved edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 8.2mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Diameter 25.3mm; thickness 7.7mm; weight 26.01g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most examples likely date from the medieval period onwa…
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-F67ED3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy pendant weight dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1400-1700). The object is flat and broadly hexagonal in shape with an elongated curved protrusion on one side. The protrusion has a small circular perforation in the centre. The object has a powdery white patina. Dimensions: Length 25.2mm; width 18.6mm; thickness 5.5mm; weight 11.82g The exact function of the object is unclear, but the perforation suggest it may have hung and was used as a suspended weight for a variety of purposes.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: BUC-F395C5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy object, possibly a weight, possibly dating to the post medieval to modern period. The object is a long dome in shape with a central circular hole.The hole does not go all the way through.  There is no decoration. The weight is a white colour with patches of light brown. It measures 32.4mm in height, 27.2mm in diameter, and weighs 119g.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Monday 27th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wycombe', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: NMS-DDA941
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-medieval lead trade weight. It is discoidal and stamped on one face with the royal cipher of King Charles I (CR beneath a three-pointed crown) beside most probably the arms of Norwich (a castle with a lion beneath, although the lion is poorly preserved). Beneath these is a stamped crescent, with its open side facing the edge of the disc. The reverse is unmarked. Similar to NMS-77E717. Early to mid-17th century.  Diameter: 24.3mm. Thickness: 3.0mm. Weight: 11.5g (0.4oz)  
Created on: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd November 2023
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