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Record ID: NARC-50CA37
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron sphere, weighing 4151grams (approx. 4kilos) and with a diameter of 100mm (4inches). The cannonball has been painted black, probably to prevent rusting and indicates a secondary use as a display or garden ornament. The sphere has several areas of damages, rusting and denting. This object has been recorded as a probable cannonball due to its weight and diameter, which match the calibre of 16th century cannons. However, it should be noted that large iron spheres were also used in milling machines of the industrial period, and so without definate context within an area known m…
Created on: Thursday 17th November 2011
Last updated: Monday 27th January 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BH-4EDDA5
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannon ball, dating from the late Medieval to post-Medieval periods. The spherical object measures 63mm (2.4inches) in diameter and weighs 871.8g (1.92lb). The weight and dimensions indicate that this ball was for a Falcon, which was a type of cannon used from the late 15th to 18th centuries.
Created on: Thursday 17th November 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 20th March 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'St. Michael', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-94B533
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Telford and Wrekin
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Iron Cannon ball. possibly from a falcon Dimension: Width 6.3cm x 5.8 cm Weight 710gm.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 10th December 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Newport', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: KENT-D933A7
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron post-medieval cannon ball (c. 1500-1850). The ball measures 88mm in diameter and weighs 2690g. The size and weight of the cannon ball indicates that it may have been made for firing from a Saker or Minion type of cannon, used in Britain during the 16th and 17th centuries. The cannonball is very corroded.
Created on: Tuesday 18th October 2011
Last updated: Saturday 23rd May 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-21C5E1
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannon ball of Post-Medieval date, probably 16th or 17th century.
Created on: Saturday 3rd September 2011
Last updated: Thursday 15th May 2014
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Record ID: SOM-8A93D3
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Somerset
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
About two fifths of a cast iron cannon ball. The majority of the cannonball is lost to an old break. This break may have happened after deposiiton due to rusting and fracturing of the iron. the piece now weighs 1118 grams suggesting an original weight of c.2,700 grams, 6 lbs. A cannon ball of this size and shape would have been typical for amunition for a saker cannon. The saker is a medium sized cannon developed during the early 16th century AD. The barrel of the saker was typically 2.9m long and weighed approximately 860kg. It required a creew of 6 to operate and could fire up to…
Created on: Monday 27th June 2011
Last updated: Monday 16th March 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E6FA72
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast spherical iron cannon ball, which based upon its diameter and weight was fired from a Falconet, a piece of small artillery with a calibre of between 2 and 2 1/2 inches, firing shot of approximately 1 pound a maximum distance of approximately 1000 paces (Roy 1975, 261-263). This example is 49.33 mm in diameter (just short of 2 inches) and weighs 485.9 grams (1.1 pounds). It has a dark brown patina and is well preserved. Falconets were in use from the late 15th to 18th centuries AD. Ian Roy (ed.) The Royalist Ordnance Papers, 1642-1646 - Part 2. Wheatley: Oxfordshire Record So…
Created on: Thursday 26th May 2011
Last updated: Thursday 26th May 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: CORN-ECF6A8
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cornwall
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-medieval damaged cast iron cannon ball with evident casting sprue. The cannon ball has been coated by the finder to prevent further corrosion. The ball is one of a selection found in the area.
Created on: Wednesday 20th April 2011
Last updated: Sunday 14th December 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NCL-754A02
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County Durham
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast-iron ball, probably a cannon ball of Post-Medieval date, 16th-17th centuries. The ball is spherical with a general corrosion across its entire surface, with one portion of the surface bearing a thicker, sub-conical accumulation of corrosion. It is 1.25lbs in (imperial) weight. Another possible function is as a grinding ball for industrial activity, which would most likely date to the 19th century.
Created on: Monday 21st March 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd March 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NCL-A66884
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannon ball of Post-Medieval date, probably 16th or 17th century. The ball is spherical with one half bearing a more corroded surface.
Created on: Tuesday 15th February 2011
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Field 39', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-D36184
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannon ball of probable post-medieval date. The cannon ball is in fairly good condition, though it suffers from some iron corrosion and the surface metal is flaking in places. The cannon ball has a diameter of 75.2 mm, suggesting it may have been shot from either a Minion or Falcon type of cannon, dating from the late 15th to 17th century. Such cannons were in use during the English Civil War, although whether this cannon ball is related to such activity is difficult to say.
Created on: Friday 12th November 2010
Last updated: Monday 21st May 2012
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-AAFE95
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast iron cannon ball, probably dating to the Post-Medieval period, (1500-1700). The object is spherical and the surface is corroded and pitted.
Created on: Wednesday 10th November 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 31st May 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tilstone Fearnall', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: NARC-31BC85
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannon ball. 85mm (3.5") in diameter and 275mm (approx. 11") in circumference and weights 2.646kilograms. A cannon ball of this size and shape would have been typical for amunition for a SAKER cannon. The Saker is a medium sized cannon developed during the early 16th century AD. The barrel of the Saker was typically 2.9m long and weighed approximately 860kg. Recent experiments in France have shown that the range of round shot fired from the Saker was over 2.5km (when fired at a 45degree angle). The cannon balls from the saker were designed not to explode on impa…
Created on: Wednesday 29th September 2010
Last updated: Friday 1st October 2010
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Record ID: SUSS-90E2B6
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast iron cannon ball. It is spherical with a distinct casting seam and rough mould vent sprue mark on one side. It is 49.3mm, 1.95 inches in diameter and weighs 440 grams, 15.5 ounces. Historic sources in the late 16th and early 17th century suggest 'falconet' cannons shot balls of 2 inch diameter weighing between 1lb 2 ounces and 1lb 4 ounces. This ball is therefore probably for a cannon of that type and dates to the late 16th to 17th centuries. There was always some variation in cannons and the balls they used at the time and this example may also have lost so…
Created on: Thursday 9th September 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 14th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Horsted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-0EF770
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead-alloy projectile, probably a cannonball of the Civil War period, i.e. 17th century.
Created on: Friday 3rd September 2010
Last updated: Friday 24th September 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thornton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-8E9491
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast iron cannon ball dating to the Post-Medieval period. The object has a clear cast line around the circumference and a casting spru is evident. A similar example which can be found on the database is CPAT-DB2C26.
Created on: Friday 4th June 2010
Last updated: Thursday 24th June 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cotton Edmunds', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NCL-7C0B46
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead cannon ball with a diameter of 48.33mm. The object is circular, but with some pieces missing (the biggest of which is a long gash that measures 28.5mm long, 8.4mm wide and and 5 mm deep) which causes the shape to be irregular. There are many other dents and pits in the surface, which are also filled with dirt. Probably dates from the post-medieval period.
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd June 2010
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: SUSS-CA5D04
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible cannon ball made from cast iron. It is spherical and is 42.1mm in diameter. It weighs 271g (9.5 oz). The surface of the ball is corroded and flaking. A cannon ball weighing 8ozs was fired from a Robinet cannon and this may be for a similar size cannon. These type of cannons were used in the 17th century (Blackmore 1990 Arms and Armour of the English Civil Wars, Royal Armouries p. 83). 
Created on: Friday 26th March 2010
Last updated: Friday 26th March 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Loxwood', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUR-BF6F76
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron cannon ball weighing 1lb 8 3/4 ozs.
Created on: Friday 18th December 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NCL-3D1EA3
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kirklees
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A chipped stone cannonball, probably of 16th or 17th century date. The ball is sub-spherical, chipped from a sandstone with pecked marks visible on the surface. Approximately one-third of the surface has a sooty, blackened surface, suggesting that it was fired from a cannon or powder-based artillery piece. This object is one of three examples found in the same area.
Created on: Monday 30th November 2009
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: DENO-869AB4
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post-Medieval cast iron cannon ball, 16th-18th century (probably 17th century), small size. Diameter 31.8mm, weight 121.6g.
Created on: Friday 16th October 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chinley Buxworth and Brownside', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SUR-223893
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron sphere weighing about 4000g. The ball is either a cannon ball or, and perhaps more likely, a ball from a rolling mill.
Created on: Sunday 11th October 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-C14474
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small possible shot or cannon ball dating to the Post-Medieval period. The ball is almost spherical and there are no casting marks visible. The ball has little corrosion, the surface is pitted all over. It is 27.00mm in diameter and weighs 78.2g.
Created on: Friday 7th August 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Chester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: CPAT-DB2C26
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Powys
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
This is a cast iron Post Medieval cannon ball, perhaps from the 17th or 18th century. The ball is consistent with the size of cannon known as a Falcon. Although various weights and size tables can be found for the Falcon, this ball at 2 pounds and around 2.5 inches in diameter is consistent with the type. The ball has a clear cast line around the circumference and a casting spru is evident at 90 degrees to the casting line. The Falcon was a modest cannon, around six foot in length with a level range of around 200 yards. An interesting find when associated with its find location n…
Created on: Friday 3rd July 2009
Last updated: Monday 18th April 2011
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: SUSS-2EC192
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Iron spherical cannon ball weighing 1028 grams (2 pounds) and 63.8mm in diameter. The ball is for a 'Flacon' cannon, a type in use from the late 15th to 18th centurys AD and very popular in the 17th.
Created on: Friday 30th January 2009
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Upper Beeding', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-12C4B8
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post Medieval cast iron cannon ball, probably dating from the 17th to 19th centuries. The ball is almost spherical and there are no casting marks visible. The ball has little corrosion and appears stable; the surface is pitted all over. The ball weighs 860g and is 61.6mm in diameter.
Created on: Thursday 11th December 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUR-D402D5
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An iron cannon ball which is 2 1/2 inches in diameter and weighs nearly 2lbs 5ozs.
Created on: Wednesday 26th November 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUR-2D2E23
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three iron cannon balls. There are two 11lb balls, each 110mm diameter (4 5/16 inch), and one 9lb ball.
Created on: Thursday 6th November 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: SUSS-836C67
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast iron cannon ball. The ball has a diameter of c.67mm and weighs 1059 gms. This puts it in the category of 'falcon' which was a type commonly used during the 17th century both inland and at sea.
Created on: Tuesday 5th August 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Horsted', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DEV-8E3157
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two post medieval iron cannon balls weighing 10.6 kg in weight with a diameter of 14cm.
Created on: Wednesday 18th June 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: SUSS-D5A843
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast iron cannon ball. The ball has a diameter of c.67mm and weighs c.2lbs (955 grams). This puts it in the category of 'falcon' which was a type commonly used during the 17th century both inland and at sea. It is flattened on one side, possibly as a result of impact during use.
Created on: Monday 9th June 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Balcombe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DEV-68FE74
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two post medieval cannon balls.The diameters are as follows:(Pictured from right to left) 1) 40.27mm diameter 2) 41.96mm diameter
Created on: Wednesday 4th June 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: YORYM-4E97A1
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead cannon ball, badly damaged with surface marks. No impact marks are evident and there is no casting flash.
Created on: Tuesday 15th April 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Barmby Moor', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E33384
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cannon ball of post-medieval (probably English Civil War) date (1600-1700AD). The cannonball is sub-spherical with a diameter of 78.7mm (3 inches 1/8). It weighs 1.8 kilograms (4lbs). It is made of iron which has been presumably cast, although there is no evidence of a seam or casting flange. The ball is of a mid-brown orange colour with areas of flaking and active corrosion. The cannon ball is in fairly good condition; however, there are a number of areas which exhibit pitting, denting, and grazes. This might suggest either use or, more likely, damage in the soil. The size of the …
Created on: Thursday 10th April 2008
Last updated: Wednesday 8th August 2012
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Record ID: LANCUM-F3CD10
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast iron cannon ball dating from the 17th century. Dimensions are approximately 410grams and 47mm in diameter. Unfortunately, there is no image available for this find.
Created on: Tuesday 31st July 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Walton Summit', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: LANCUM-F3A9A7
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast iron cannon ball dating from the 17th century. No image of find available.
Created on: Tuesday 31st July 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Walton-le-Dale', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BERK-160D95
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval cast iron cannon ball. The ball has a diameter of c.2.6 inches (c.66mm) and weighs c.2lbs (c.1Kg). This puts it in the category of 'falcon' which was a type commonly used during the 17th century both inland and at sea.
Created on: Monday 9th July 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-6A8285
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment (about one third) of an iron cannonball.
Created on: Monday 18th June 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Romney Marsh', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BERK-58E447
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron Post Medieval cannon ball with prominent middle seam. The ball has a diameter of 3.2 inches (81.3mm), a circumference of 10 inches (255mm) and weighs 4.5-4 lbs (1.5-1.82 Kg). The ball would have been used as ammunition for a 'Minion' or more probably a 'Saker' cannon, both of which were in common usage during the English Civil War. The Saker for example had a calibre of 3.25 inches with a barrel approximately 9.5 ft (2.9m) long. It had a range approaching 7400 ft (2.3 km) but was used to bounce shot along the ground to cause as much damage as possible. Circa 1650 AD.
Created on: Tuesday 5th June 2007
Last updated: Monday 24th August 2020
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Record ID: WAW-45EDE1
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A possible cannon ball made from cast iron. It is spherical and is 40.08mm diameter. It weighs 216g (7 ¾ ozs). The surface of the ball is corroded and flaking. A cannon ball weighing 8ozs was fired from a Robinet cannon, which the recorded example may be. These type of cannons were used in the 17th century (Blackmore 1990 Arms and Armour of the English Civil Wars, Royal Armouries p. 83).
Created on: Friday 11th May 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.