Record ID: HESH-E5F18C
Object type: WHISTLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description:  A complete silver whistle dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1700). The object is formed of sheet metal and is cast as one piece into a broadly cylindrical shape with a tapered end to form a D-shaped mouth piece. The other end is rounded. Towards the centre of the tub is a cut D-shaped sound hole and in the centre of the underside is a loop with a single chain link threaded through. The whistle is well decorated. The rounded end cap is decorated with raised pellets in the form of a sexfoil with pellet in the centre. The back end is decorated with a band …
Created on: Thursday 17th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 5th September 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-5E6092
Object type: VERVEL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver vervel dating to the Post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1720). The object is circular in shape with a round hole in the centre for attachment to a hunting bird`s leg. The name of the owner is inscribed in one of the flat faces (Sr, Rob Throckmorton of *).  This is likely to be Sir Robert Throckmorton 1st Baronet (1599-1650) or possibly Sir Robert Throckmorton 3Rd Baronet (1662-1720). The opposing face is blank apart from a small amount of dark grey patina and some light scratches. This form of vervel is classified as Type A (Lewis and Richardson 2017). A number of…
Created on: Monday 6th September 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 5th September 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tern Hill', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-06C7A0
Object type: STRAP END
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A distorted cast copper alloy forked spacer from a composite strap-end of medieval date (1300-1450 AD). The spacer has a circular frame, with a lozengiform collared projection, probably intended as an acorn knop, from the opposing end two triangular shaped prongs of a forked spacer project. Apart from the acorn knop it is undecorated and finished with deep file scratches. The knop is thicker than the rest of the flat frame. The forked spacer is a mid grey-green colour with an even but abraded patina which covers all surfaces. A series of diagonal filed marks are present on both faces …
Created on: Thursday 15th July 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 20th July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-05E163
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver groat of Mary (AD 1553-54) struck at the tower mint, London North 1960
Created on: Thursday 15th July 2021
Last updated: Thursday 15th July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-F0F027
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval silver shilling of Charles I (AD 1625 - 1649), group E, anchor initial mark dating from AD 1628-9 struck at the Tower mint, London. North: 2229
Created on: Wednesday 14th July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 14th July 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-6E9A82
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A gold quarter noble of Edward III (1327-1377) dated to the pre-treaty period AD 1351-61. A more precise identification cannot be achieved due to the wear and condition of the coin. The external edge of the flan is feathered and the edge is folded. A pentangular shaped hole is present through the centre of the coin. The edges are slightly clipped. The record and coin have been discussed with Dr John Naylor (National Finds Advsior medieval coinage) who notes that: the central piercing is a a rather untidy looking hole so I can't imagine it's intended for adaptation, rather …
Created on: Thursday 8th July 2021
Last updated: Thursday 8th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Baschurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DC6E37
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A large two faced lead token of probable later medieval or post medieval date (AD1200-1800). The token (or possibly a weight) is incomplete having lost a portion from movement within the ploughsoil. The token was originally circular in plan and has been cast within a two part mould. The upper face is decorated with a daisy wheel / flower formed of six oval shaped loops positioned evenly around a raised circular central boss. The daisy is enclosed within a double circular border, The reverse face is flat and poorly preserved - a single cast initial W is present. The token has a mid yel…
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ludlow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-20AD07
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver broken cut half penny of Henry III (AD 1216-72) Long cross penny Class V (AD 1250-75 )most probably struck at the mint in Canterbury
Created on: Tuesday 22nd June 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 22nd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A158E9
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Edward I (1272-1307) Class 9b struck at the mint in London c. 1299-1301. North: 1037/1
Created on: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A10EA4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Edward I (1272-1307) Class 3c-g struck at the mint in Lincoln c. 1280-81. The coin is incomplete and cracked North: 1018-22
Created on: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ellesmere', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A025F6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver penny of Henry III (1216-72) Class 3c Struck c. 1248-50 by the moneyer Henri at the mint in London North: 988
Created on: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8C7E92
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
A fragment of a medieval silver chinfrão (half real grosso) of Afonso V of Portugal (1438-81), uncertain mint. The coin survives only as a worn fragment the break across the coin irregular and uneven. Approximately 40% of the coin survives. Obverse: Crowned letter A; Reverse has the arms of Portugal.
Created on: Tuesday 15th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 16th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ellesmere', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8B47E2
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Denarius of Diva Faustina I, c.AD 141-161 Obverse: DIVA FAV-[STINA], Draped bust right Reverse: CONSECR-ATIO, A peacock walking right head turned back left Mint of Rome RIC III, no. 384a.
Created on: Tuesday 15th June 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 15th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A0790D
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (1272-1307) struck at the mint in London.
Created on: Friday 4th June 2021
Last updated: Friday 4th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-A043E8
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (1272-1307) struck at the mint in London.
Created on: Friday 4th June 2021
Last updated: Friday 4th June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ellesmere', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-902C64
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward II (1307-1322) struck at the mint in Canterbury. Most probably Class 11b (1312-15) North: 1160
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8FDCAC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (1279-1307) struck at the mint in London. Uncertain class due to wear, probably struck later during the reign
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8F6FC6
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver medieval penny of Edward I (1279-1307) struck at the mint in London. Class 10cf (1301-10)
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8F23EC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) struck at the mint in London. Initial Mark: Portcullis. Date 1566 above shield. North: 1997
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Felton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-8BD8EF
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) struck at the mint in London. Initial Mark: lost. Date 1573 above shield. North: 1998
Created on: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Last updated: Thursday 3rd June 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ellesmere', grid reference and parish protected.