2024-03-19T06:57:46+00:00https://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/jsonhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/xmlhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/rsshttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/atomhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/kmlhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/geojsonhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/qrcodehttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results13120finds-11450381145038WAW-00268BMOULDMODERNA rectangular lead post medieval casting mould, the upper surface of which has the impressions of two latches, the hooks facing each other, with a shallow channel joining them.
Each latch impression is approximately 35mm long, with a hook at one end and an eye at the other.
The reverse surface and edges of the object are irregular and undecorated. The object has a grey patina.
The object is 51.4mm long by 43.4mm wide and is 9.8mm thick. Its weight is 174.4g.4141180019004WAW2024-01-11T14:59:52Z2024-01-19T17:39:49Z174.4PAS65A00268001B7A9.843.451.4191411414269425119SolihullSolihullDorridge and Hockley HeathSP157652.38183155-1.7810534bands.shops.handy10WAW-6982A6Lead11094CastCompleteMODERNMODERNMetal detectorReturned to finderWAW-00268B_65aab399dfb80.jpg1258192images/vallnatt/West MidlandsCertain12024-01-19T17:39:49.294ZBirmingham1Metropolitan DistrictMODERN1Metal detectorWMID9D6540.jpg18From finder1701MO1.9Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID1831.91893Sutton Four Oaks9.1Birmingham106272022-07-13T10:48:41ZReturned to finderCirca
A Modern Victorian copper alloy token dating to circa AD 1862 - 1893.
Obverse: The token is circular with a central circular field with a shield at the centre and the word 'FORWARD' written underneath in a scroll. Surrounding this in a circumferential circular band is the address: SMALLBROOK STREET BIRMINGHAM. A further outer circumferential field reads: DAY'S CRYSTAL PALACE CONCERT HALL.
Reverse: The central circular field has a 3d symbol for the value of the token. In the surrounding circumferential field it reads: THE SAME EVENING AS RECIEVED. The outer field reads: TO BE SPENT IN THE CONCERT HALL ONLY.
The token has a brown coloured surface patina. It measures 31.9 mm in diameter, 1.9 mm in thickness and weighs 9.1 grams.
Vic Allnatt7-1.85379783WMID-9D69BE10589761MODERNTOKENSK1000finds-10589761110WMID-9D6540Complete1862images/vallnatt/11189540PAS6239D65400107D42022-03-22T13:59:48ZCertain4152.59770255MODERNCopper alloyMO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertainMetropolitan District Ward2022-07-14T07:16:33.032ZSolihullMetropolitan DistrictMODERN1Metal detectorLINE6A8C1.jpg91564MO0.77Metropolitan DistrictCertain4LIN918.3Barston0.89Solihull117292021-10-13T14:49:05ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsExactly
A silver disc of unknown function and date, probably modern. One side carries an impression of P + and RX, on the other a stamped C and W. Possibly a token or trial piece.
Dimensions: Diameter: 18.30 mm, Thickness: 0.77 mm; Weight: 0.89g.
Lisa Brundle31LIN-38745210353021MODERNUNIDENTIFIED OBJECTfinds-103530241LIN-E6A8C1Completeimages/lisabrundle/11156804PAS611E6A8C00114442021-08-19T15:28:28ZCertain41MODERNBase Silver41426MO1Exactly41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertainCivil Parish2022-07-14T07:16:12.845ZCity of Wolverhampton1Metropolitan DistrictHand madeMODERN1Metal detectorWMIDDEF85B.jpg156GPS (from the finder)Good11MO1.17Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID15620.842000Merry Hill1.62City of Wolverhampton106272019-05-03T16:18:43ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsCirca
A complete copper alloy finger ring probably dating to the Modern period (c. AD 1900-2000).The object is comprised of a sheet of hammered metal bent round to form a ring with the two ends overlapping and soldered together. The ring is decorated with a rough hammered pattern giving the impression of an uneven surface and rough edges. The band is slightly thinner just after the overlap but widens across the rest of the band. The object has a yellow metal coating.
A similar object of unknown date has been recorded on the PAS database: DENO-76268D.
The overall dimensions are as follows: 20.84mm in diameter, 1.17mm in thickness and 1.62g in weight.
Susheela Burford7-2.16373124WMID-DEFE599486591MODERNFINGER RINGSO8997finds-9486591110WMID-DEF85BComplete1900images/sburford/11055759PAS5CADEF85001B6F42019-04-10T14:28:37ZCertain84152.57070952MODERNCopper alloy41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertain2022-07-14T07:15:07.146ZCity of Wolverhampton1Metropolitan DistrictCastMODERN1Metal detectorWMIDDE756B_1.jpg15617GPS (from the finder)Good1Floral1MOIncised or engraved or chased6.02Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID1561920Fallings Park8.815City of Wolverhampton117282019-05-03T16:17:12ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsCirca
A complete silver snuff box dating to the Modern period (AD 1871-1920). The object is rectangular in plan and also in cross-section. It is comprised of two halves joined by a hinge along the left side. There is a suspension loop soldered to the top of one of the halves. The box is intricately decorated with incised floral decoration on both faces. The outward face bears a leaf and flower motif in a V-shape with a diamond shape at the lower end and a frilled semi-circle at the upper end, enclosing half of a twelve-petalled flower. The reverse face depicts flowers and leaves on stems with a blank scroll in the centre. Above the scroll is the hallmark locating it in Birmingham as the site of manufacture, with the maker's mark 'H.W.' relating to Horace Woodward and Co. The sides of the box are decorated with a repeating feather pattern. Inside the box is a stamped 'k' on the left half, with a further stamp below that cannot be determined. The 'k' appears to date the object more accurately to 1884. The box is in a good condition with few signs of tarnishing. The two halves are indented slightly.
The overall dimensions are as follows: 32.1mm in length, 24.15mm in width, 6.02mm in thickness and 8.81g in weight.
Susheela Burford32.122-2.11949246WMID-DE8776948647171MODERNTOBACCO HOLDERSO9298finds-9486474124.1510WMID-DE756BComplete1871images/sburford/H.W.11055757PAS5CADE756001B8942019-04-10T13:53:42ZCertain14152.579752322MODERNSilver41426MO1Exactly41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertain2022-07-14T07:15:16.477ZBirmingham1Metropolitan DistrictCastMODERN1GardeningWMID031AEE.jpg1811Centred on parishGood221Other95111728MOInlaid with other or unknown8.56Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID182010Weoley33.733Birmingham106272018-10-24T09:53:07ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsCirca
A complete copper alloy and silver-plated bracelet dating to the Modern period (c. AD 1950-2010). The bracelet is comprised of a rectangular sheet of metal curved round to form a C-shape to make the main body of the object. Affixed onto the outer face are two parallel lines of four bow motifs in relief at both terminal ends, interspersed with blue and red stones set in raised cup-like recesses. In the centre of the bracelet are two possible zoomorphic fixtures also in relief on either side of a raised inscription in Hindi or Sanskrit. The inscription is repeated across two lines. So far it has not been possible to translate it. Running along the upper and lower edges of the bracelet is a rope-like motif of raised V--shaped lines, terminating in raised round knops, also affixed. Running through the centre of the bracelet between the various decorative elements is the same V-shaped motif but running in two joined lines, also terminating in raised round knops at either end. A single rope-like line of diagonal lines runs between the three knops at each terminal and also round the recesses holding the coloured stones. The decorative elements on the face of the bracelet are set within a raised, solid border. The inner face of the bracelet is a separate piece of undecorated sheet metal that has been fixed to the inside. It shows some signs of tarnishing and corrosion, as does the outer face.
The overall dimensions are as follows: 32.38mm in length, 70.34mm in width, 8.56mm in thickness and 33.73g in weight.
Susheela Burford32.387-1.97200809WMID-0328E3923141111MODERNBRACELETSP0282finds-9231411570.3410WMID-031AEEComplete1950images/sburford/11031837PAS5BD031AE001F3742018-10-24T09:47:42ZCertain14152.435970982MODERNCopper alloy41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertainSilverMetropolitan District Ward2022-07-14T07:14:55.689ZLateBirmingham1Metropolitan DistrictCastMODERN2MiddleMetal detectorBirm587.jpg182018GPS (from the finder)Good1704MOMetropolitan DistrictProbably4FAKL189.51900Sutton Four Oaks17.26Birmingham106272018-10-19T16:13:36ZReturned to finder3West MidlandsExactly
Modern, cast copper alloy pipe tamper in the form of a human leg. A shoe is suggested on the foot, this is marked by a defined heel and terminates at ankle level. A further transition is marked around the calf which could mark the top of a stocking. The knee is bent at 90 degrees and the leg terminates at mid thigh, the terminaltion being marked with with a pattern of crossing, incised lines. Length 45.0mm, Width 33.2mm, Diameter (of termination) 9.5mm, Mass 17.26g.
Kevin Leahy4572-1.83900146FAKL-891D479225241Birm 587MODERNPIPE TAMPERSK1101finds-9225241133.210FAKL-891A98Complete1850images/kleahy/31031503PAS5BC891A90018A732018-10-18T14:59:05ZPossibly12018-08-27T23:00:00Z4152.606673182MODERNCopper alloy41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MODERNCertainMetropolitan District Ward2022-07-14T07:14:55.239ZWalsall10Metropolitan DistrictStruck or hammeredMODERN1Metal detectorWMID-4EBD49.jpg722014From finderGood1741MO3.41Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID7236.021812Aldridge North and Walsall Wood2635317426.6Walsall106272014-08-19T11:57:34ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsCirca
A complete copper alloy trade token dating from the Modern Period (AD 1800).
The token is a one penny token struck in 1812 by the Union Copper Company of Birmingham. The obverse depicts two hands joined in the centre of the field. Above there is what looks like a quatrefoil flanked by two pellets, below is the date 1812. The legend reads: [ ]ION COPPER COMPANY BIRMINGHAM. The reverse has the words 'ONE PENNY TOKEN' struck in the field, the legend reads PAYABLE IN CASH NOTES.
The token measures 36.02 mm in diameter, it is 3.41 mm thick and it weighs 26.6 g. The tokn is a mid to dark green in colour and has an even surface patina. Abrasion whilst in the plough soil has resulted in the loss of some of the original surface detail.
Teresa Gilmore7-1.9276154WMID-4EC7BB6315511MODERNTOKENSK0500finds-631551118WMID-4EBD49Complete1812images/hglenn/1479800PAS53E4EBD40019A342014-08-08T16:25:08ZCertain22014-06-30T23:00:00Z412014-07-30T23:00:00Z52.59777052MODERNCopper alloy41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertainMetropolitan District Ward2022-07-14T07:11:55.924ZSolihull10Metropolitan DistrictStruck or hammeredMODERN1Metal detectorWMID-26D175.jpg92012From a paper map1541MO0.87Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID918.731940Berkswell263459920.9Solihull106272012-11-22T09:58:09ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsCirca
A complete struck / hammered copper alloy token, issued by John Cooke and Sons, of London, between AD 1830 and AD 1940.
It imitates a Venetian gold ducat. The obverse legend is fictitious and reads OVCHMEI (left anticlockwise); YCOC (centre vert.); IDOT NOCEN (right clockwise). The reverse legend alludes to the Issuer, John Cooke and Sons, and reads JOANNES ILLE COQVVS SVI FILIIQVE. It is normally struck on a pierced flan, with scalloped edges.
It has a diameter of 18.73 mm and is 0.87 mm thick. It weighs 0.9 grams.
John Cooke and Sons issued imitation foreigns coins to advertise their stationary business off Cannon Street, London between AD 1830 and AD 1940. Several varieties are known and they seem to have been made in London, Birmingham and maybe also Africa. A parallel for this token has been found at the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, under accession number CM.2430-2003. (http://www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk/opac/search/cataloguedetail.html?&priref=158457&_function_=xslt&_limit_=50#2)
Teresa Gilmore7-1.63429WMID-26D5855275561MODERNTOKENSP2574finds-527556118WMID-26D175Complete1830images/tgilmore/1402279PAS50926D17001A4342012-11-01T12:37:44ZCertain22012-07-31T23:00:00Z412012-08-30T23:00:00Z52.363489MODERNCopper alloy41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertainCivil Parish2022-07-14T07:10:57.056ZWalsallMetropolitan DistrictCastMODERN2Metal detectoreagle head large.jpg722009MO16.64Metropolitan DistrictProbablyNARC721900WALSALL25.4Walsall106272012-05-03T14:24:00ZA cast hollow eagle's head terminal with a rivet hole in the top of the head and an oval aperture at the neck. A similar, slightly more elaborate and gilded example has been recorded on the PAS database (SUR-8EF261). The terminal is possibly a dagger pommel and is possibly of military origin. It measures 25.2 mm in height and 27.6 mm from the back of the head to the beak. It is 16.64 mm wide. The rivet hole on the top is 3.5 mm in diameter and the aperture in the neck is 14.4 mm in diameter. Tom Brindle25.27NARC-7183E62846231MODERNWEAPONfinds-284623127.6NARC-7169F81800images/tbrindle/22357470014B57183901FAD42010-01-20T14:50:33ZProbably12009-09-30T23:00:00Z041MODERNCopper alloyMO141http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertain2022-07-14T07:08:51.372ZBirmingham100Metropolitan District1Gardeningaxehead.jpg182009From a paper map1441MO30Metropolitan DistrictCertain2NARC181900Kingstanding26344508Birmingham110192011-02-24T13:15:16ZWest MidlandsCircaAn iron double headed axehead, also known as a labrys. The axe is heavilly corroded, yet is in good enough condition to suggest it is not of any great antiquity. Dr Kevin Leahy has advised that this axehead is unlike any weapon ever to have been used in Britain. However, the double headed axe was used as a symbol of justice since the Roman period, and this may therefore be a neoclassical, 19th century symbol of justice. The labrys also became a symbol which was adopted by the Greek fascist movement in the 1930s and 1940s, though it seems unlikely that this example is associated with this particuular movement. Daniel Pett1478-1.88346757NARC-59CC652735651AXESP0894finds-273565152446NARC-598D14Incomplete1800images/tbrindle/22259120014AE59CC30108842009-10-26T12:57:39ZProbably2009-09-30T23:00:00Z052.54379645MODERNIron41426MO1Circa41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertainMetropolitan District Ward2022-07-14T07:08:42.538ZBirmingham1000Metropolitan DistrictMODERN1Metal detectorGharo 31 1 08 copy.jpg182007From a paper map1MO4.4Metropolitan DistrictCertainWMID18BIRMINGHAM8.78Birmingham110942011-02-24T13:17:08ZReturned to finderWest MidlandsA lead customs seal from Holland. The seal is tear-drop shaped with two flat faces. The seal is a two-part type, which would have been pressed together, a rivet in one side marrying a socket on the other (see Bailey, 2000, p16). A thin connecting strip between the two would have formed a loop, which is visible at the pointed end of the seal described in this record. The seal has a grey surface. It has maximum dimensions of 21.6mm long, 17.0mm wide, and 4.4mm thick. It has a mass of 8.78g.
One side of the seal reads "(R) & A" (for Dutch Customs and Excise) with “2[ ]7”, possibly the control number, beneath. The other side has a lion rampant inside a shield with a crown above, surrounded by part of an annular beaded border, representing the House of Orange. All of the designs on the seal are in relief, but indistinct. Dated after 1815, this seal is from any type of exported Dutch goods. See also records DEV-7B1205, HAMP-A68301, and HESH-108791
Daniel Pett21.69WMID-08A435210637Lead1MODERNSEALfinds-2106372117WMID-0894B01815images/dslarke/116640900147C08A3E0131B42008-02-23T21:03:58ZCertain2007-09-30T23:00:00Z041MODERNLead41426MO1Post41http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertain2022-07-14T07:08:04.925ZSolihull100Metropolitan DistrictCastMODERN1Metal detectorWMID-331ED2.JPG92005From finder153MO3Metropolitan DistrictCertain4WMID91900Meriden5.65Solihull106272019-11-22T12:14:27ZReturned to finderWest Midlands
A complete cast copper alloy strap/ belt fitting in the form of a snake, of Modern dating (18th to 20th Centuries AD) (length: 36mm; width: 18mm; thickness: 3mm; weight: 5.65g).
This 'S' shaped buckle is sub-oval in section and has a pointed head (with a bird/ eagle appearance) at one end with the eye and mouth clearly marked on both sides. However, small and multiple lines of crescent scales are only visible on one side, which appear just below the head to the tail of the artefact, which tapers to a slanted point. The artefact is in a worn but fair condition with a dark green patina.
Similar examples are illustrated in Gorgon Bailey's 'Detector Finds 3', 1997, pages 20-1. Bailey states that the 'snake form belt hooks' became popular during the 16th century, where an example can be seen in the portrait of Robert Dudley, 1st Earl of Leicester, c. 1575. The fastener was part of a sword belt, and was used in place of the normal buckle. It is likely that these strap fittings would have been tinned or gilded. The snake belt hook would seem to have fallen from fashion by the 17th century, and remained so until the end of the 18th century, when it was favoured by the military (Bailey, page 20).
Robert Webley367-1.648404WMID-332D14122715S shaped fastener1MODERNSTRAP FITTINGSP2482finds-1227151186WMID-331ED2Complete1700images/cjohnson/19408000143F332960109942006-02-15T13:54:30ZCertain12005-01-09T00:00:00Z4152.435452MODERNCopper alloy41426MO141http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/MODERNCertainCivil Parish2022-07-14T07:07:21.203Z