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-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: KENT-CF86DF
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast copper alloy shoe or knee buckle frame, dating to the period c.AD 1690 - 1720. Description: The sub-rectangular frame is bowed in profile and drilled to receive a separate spindle, now missing. The frame has bevelled edges and thickens towards the central spindle settings, while the short sides are widened centrally by internal lobes. The upper surface is decorated by trapezoidal mouldings above each spindle hole and pairs of oblique incised lines in the four angles. On the reverse, the swollen sections of frame housing the spindle ho…
Created on: Wednesday 14th February 2024
Last updated: Friday 16th February 2024
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Record ID: KENT-D90BA2
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy buckle with sub-rectangular double looped frame of post-medieval date (c. AD 1570 - 1700). Description: The central axis bar holds a simple pin, held in a central position by two ridges. The central bar is integrally cast as part of the frame. The buckle frame is complete and is sub-rectangular in plan and is double looped. Its profile is slightly bowed/arched. The frame is flattened rectangular in section. The pin rests upon the upper side of the frame, but no recessed point is visible. There is some simple incised decor…
Created on: Thursday 29th June 2023
Last updated: Thursday 13th July 2023
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Record ID: KENT-D88343
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast Post-Medieval copper-alloy sub-rectangular buckle. Description:  With drilled frame for separate spindle and a single spiked tongue, probably dating to c. AD 1720-1790. The sub-rectangular buckle frame has rounded corners. It is plain with slightly rounded edges. Traces of iron corrosion remain on the frame and the surface of the spindle, which has a single triangular spiked tongue. Measurements: length 20.91mm; width 17.86mm, thickness 2.73mm and weight: 2.31g. See Whitehead, (1996), p.114, no: 735, dated c. AD …
Created on: Thursday 29th June 2023
Last updated: Thursday 13th July 2023
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Record ID: KENT-D833B7
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval (circa AD 1250-1400) cast copper alloy, single loop, trapezoidal buckle. Description: Hemispherical lobed knops on the outer corners. The stump of a pin is in situ on the narrowed strap bar. The reverse is flat. Faint traces of gilding remain. The buckle is slightly twisted. Measurements: Length 19.33mm, width 12.18mm, thickness 2.52mm, weight: 1.39g. Similar to Whitehead, p.30, no.165
Created on: Thursday 29th June 2023
Last updated: Thursday 13th July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Manston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-2D521C
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval cast copper alloy buckle, dating from c. AD 1570 - 1700. Description: The buckle frame has two trapezoidal loops, roughly D-shaped in section and not quite symmetrical in plan. The strap bar stands slightly proud of the frame, terminating in two rudimentary lobed knops. The pin is missing. The buckle has a dark grey patina and there is slight evidence of tinning on the reverse. Measurements: Length: 17.8mm; Width: 11.4mm; Thickness 2mm; Weight: 1.44g Discussion: Similar examples can be seen in Whitehead (1996) p 82, nos 506 - 507.
Created on: Wednesday 21st June 2023
Last updated: Thursday 10th August 2023
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Record ID: KENT-2CD4F5
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval cast copper alloy buckle, dating from c. 1250 - 1500. Description: The buckle is D-shaped with a narrowed and offset strap bar. The frame is plano-convex in section and notched to receive the pin (now missing). The notch is defined on each side by two ridges separated by a groove, better preserved on the lower edge than the upper. The strap bar is slightly corroded; the buckle as a whole has a patchy, smooth mid-green patina. Discussion: Similar examples can be seen in Whitehead (1996) p 19, nos 51 - 63. Measurements: Length: 35.1mm; Width: 21.6mm; Thi…
Created on: Wednesday 21st June 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 8th August 2023
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Record ID: KENT-720810
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, Medieval, cast and sheet construction, copper alloy, medium size, single loop sub-rectangular buckle frame with expanded outer edges, narrowed and off-set strap bar with a restricted end bar for a sheet roller which is partially missing and also minus the tongue. There are two casting spurs on each side, but otherwise worn with a matt grey patina, although a green sheet roller. This is likely to date to between 1350-1400. Ref. Buckles 1250-1800, Ross Whitehead, Greenlight Publishing 1996, page 27 No. 138 & 140. The buckle is 19.68mm long, 17.54mm wid…
Created on: Wednesday 31st May 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 6th June 2023
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Record ID: KENT-630729
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post-Medieval copper alloy double looped spectacle buckle. Description: The remaining frame of the buckle is sub-rectangular in plan with a central bar to which the pin is fitted. The second loop appears to have broken away in antiquity. Either end of the axis bar probably ended in small knops, but this not clear due to damage. A knop-like projection with a moulded scallop design is present on the outer edge of the frame position in the centre of the buckle. The rear of the buckle is plain and slightly concave behind the buckl…
Created on: Thursday 18th May 2023
Last updated: Thursday 10th August 2023
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Record ID: KENT-046E36
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy double looped or 'spectacle' buckle of medieval to post-medieval date (c. AD 1350-1650). Description: The buckle consists of two plain oval loops either side of a narrow central strap bar. The frame is plano-convex in cross-section. It appears to be undecorated apart from some possible traces of simple moulding at either end of the strap bar. There is a slight indication of a notch for the pin which is missing. The frame, which appears originally to have been flat, is now slightly twisted abut its axis. The buc…
Created on: Wednesday 19th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 20th July 2023
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Record ID: KENT-4F95E2
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn incomplete copper-alloy double-looped buckle of post-medieval date (c.1550-1650). Description: The frame is D-shaped in cross section with two oval loops, one is broken and incomplete. The bar is slightly narrowed, sub circular in cross-section. The bar extends beyond the frame at each side to form small knops. At the outside edge of the complete loop there is a moulded tab, probably originally decorated, but now very worn. Both loops are slightly buckled and bent upwards from the bar. The pin is missing. Dimensions: 38.38…
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-4F22CE
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn complete, cast copper-alloy double-looped annular buckle of late medieval to early post-medieval date (c.1350-1550). Description: The buckle frame is moulded into a floral shape with five notches separating each 'petal'. Each petal shows faint traces of decoration of transverse incised lines. The pin is missing. The strap-bar is slightly distorted and broken in the middle. The rear of the frame is flat and undecorated. The buckle has a light-green patina and is in good condition. Measurements: 24.24mm long, 22.25mm wide, 1.69mm thick and 3.39g in weight.…
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-4E3FD3
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete ornate cast copper-alloy object, possibly part of a buckle frame of post-medieval date (c.AD 1660-1720). Description: The fragment is longitudinal, with well-worn edges making it unclear where old breaks may have occurred. Moulded decoration is apparent on one side, possibly some floral or scrollwork. The reverse is plain. One end has a trilobe terminal, probably originally matched by another at the other end, now broken away. Dimensions: Length 33.62mm, Width 10.75mm, Thickness 2.08mm, Weight 2.79g
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2023
Last updated: Friday 10th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-26EE84
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy annular buckle of medieval date (c.1250-1400). Description: The frame is circular in plan and cross-section. A copper-alloy pin wraps around the frame. Some tinning or silver plating is visible on the surface of the frame, the remainder of which is dark green. 
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-26C805
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy single loop buckle of medieval date (c.1250-1500). Description: The frame is roughly ovoid in plan which widens opposite the narrowed offset strap-bar. A rest for the pin takes the form of a rectangular notch. The hoop is D-shaped in cross section with the reverse of the frame being flat. The pin is intact, looping around the strap bar. The buckle is a light grey colour.
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-26A621
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy double looped or 'spectacle' buckle of post-medieval date (c. AD 1500-1650), Description: The buckle consists of two oval loops either side of the central strap bar. The frame is roughly D-shape in cross-section. The loops widen slightly out their outer mid points so that they ares slightly angled and the strap bar has lobed knops at either end. The pin from this is missing. The buckle has no visible decoration and has a dark green-brown patina.  Measurements: 22.78mm long, 16.92mm wide, 2.49mm thick…
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
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Record ID: KENT-44710C
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy asymmetric buckle of post-medieval date (c.1575-1700). Description: The frame consists of one oval and one trapeziod loop.It is D-shaped in cross-section with a flat reverse and raised, moulded upper, consisting of series of ribs. The mouldings create the pin rest on the trapezoid loop. The pin is missing. The buckle has a medium green, shiny patina.  Discussion: Asymmetric buckles with moulded decoration on the loops are illustrated in Whitehead (2016).
Created on: Tuesday 3rd January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 5th January 2023
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Record ID: KENT-764E15
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy buckle of medieval date (c.1100 -1250) Description: The object conists of a moulded plate in the form of a fleur-de-lis. At the wide end, is a collar rectangular base with a circular perforation.A  small part of the rectangular buckle loop extends from the collar. At the narrow end, the plate splits into two with a circular perforation through both halves and an iron rivet in-situ. The front suface of the place has moulded decotration, highlighting each part of the fleur-de-lis, and the reverse surface is undecorated. The object…
Created on: Monday 12th December 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 1st February 2023
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