Record ID: NCL-A1C882
Object type: CANNON BALL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: South Tyneside
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast iron cannonball of Post-Medieval date, probably from a Civil War battle in the area dating to 1644. The ball weighs approximately 5 lbs with a diameter of 86.03mm. The ball was cast in a mould consisting of two hemispherical halves, as a flashmark is visible around much of the ball's centre. There are no further distinguishing features. The surface has suffered from corrosion.
Created on: Monday 20th May 2013
Last updated: Monday 20th May 2013
Spatial data recorded.