Record ID: HESH-D818D6
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Complete d-shaped finger-ring of the mourning/memorial/memento-mori type. The exterior of the ring is heavily worked with deeply incised decoration. A skull is the central motif, to its right a reserve of cross-hatched lozenges, an oval-shaped flower with lozenges at its centre, a reserve of cross-hatched lozenges, a further flower, and a final reserve of cross-hatched lozenges, before returning to the skull. There are traces of black enamel surviving in the incised decoration. The interior of the ring is inscribed in Italic script with the following Latin text: Comes de Coven ob 27 O…
Created on: Wednesday 6th April 2022
Last updated: Monday 20th November 2023
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Record ID: HESH-D7F6D9
Object type: ANNULAR BROOCH
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval silver annular brooch. The frame is formed from silver wire, half of which is round in section, while the other half has been formed into square wire, twisted to give the appearance of cabling, with punched decoration running along the twists. There is a constriction for the pin (now missing), at which point the brooch is broken, probably at the point of the original soldering. The brooch is otherwise in good condition. The brooch dates to the 13th-14th century. This is a well-known type of medieval brooch. See SUSS-7AC4AA; HAMP-999097 and DOR-715865 for similar examples. …
Created on: Wednesday 6th April 2022
Last updated: Monday 20th November 2023
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Record ID: HESH-E614D3
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A medieval gold finger-ring dating to the period c.AD 1200-1500. The bezel of the ring is rectangular in plan, and in cross-section it widens where it meets the band before narrowing to its flat base. It is hollow, and its upper surface forms a border around a polished rectangular blue gemstone or glass setting within it. The stone exhibits post-depositional damage, comprising a chip to one corner and a diagonal gouge situated slightly off-centre. The hoop is D-shaped in cross-section, and is now distorted, likely the result of post-depositional damage. Decoration comprises incised che…
Created on: Thursday 17th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 25th April 2023
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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
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Record ID: HESH-3CA48E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
An early medieval silver cut farthing (quarter penny ) of Cnut (1016-35), Short Cross type (North 790) dating to c. AD1029-35/6, mint and moneyer unknown (both removed when the coin was fractioned). Ref: North 1994: 168.  The coin is worn and there is a split in the flan around part of the outer edge of the coin.  North 1994 no.818
Created on: Friday 28th January 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 23rd March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Monnington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E3AF5F
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A near complete copper alloy Roman Trumpet brooch dating from AD 100-200. The bow of the brooch has an angular profile and an angular D shaped cross section. The bow tapers from a flared head to an abraded point, the foot knop is lost. The head of the brooch is complete, oval in plan, and tapers into the bow. The reverse of the head is concave and has a cast projecting bar which divides the head into two parts. The bar is broken and abraded and the spring and pin are lost. There is no evidence of a head loop, plate or spike. The head of the brooch is not decorated. The bow of…
Created on: Monday 6th December 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 16th May 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pembridge', grid reference and parish protected.

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
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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
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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
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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-DEB916
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An uncertain object of uncertain date - most probably made in the medieval or post medieval period (1200-1800). In form the artefact is similar to a thimble being a domed sheet of lead which has subsequently been crushed in the soil. The artefact is crudely decorated with a series of opposing triangular cut out shapes positioned irregular around the lower edge. The lower edge / base is decorated with incised / filed irregular sized dog-tooth pattern. At the top of the dome is the remains of an iron rivet. The artefact is a mid grey colour with a deep incised scar on the upper edge. No…
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DE547F
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy, single loop buckle cast with an integral plate, dating from the medieval period c. AD 1250 - 1400. Only the plate remains as the frame of the buckle is lost due to old damage. In form the buckle is very small and would originally have had an oval frame. The plate is broadly rectangular in plan and D shaped in cross ection. It is decorated with a series of three bosses seperated by double transverse ribs. Two of these bosses are pierece by iron headed rivets that would have attached the plate to the leather strap. There is no evidence of gilding, athoug…
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DDA2DA
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment from the lower bow and foot of a cast copper alloy brooch most probably of Roman date (AD50-350). The alloy of the metal is relatively unusual seeming to be heavily leaded creating a very grey coloured alloy. The form of the brooch comprises an angular bow which has transverse ribs terminating in a large moulded D shaped bead from which an oval shaped foot descends. The reverse of the foot is flat and abraded but seems originally to have a small vertical rib that formed a slight catch plate. The upper bow and head of the brooch is lost. There is no evidence of an inlaid or …
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DCEE83
Object type: AMPULLA
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead or lead alloy pilgrims ampulla broken into two non-conjoining parts dating from the medieval period; late 13th - late 15th century (1250-1500). The lower section of the flask and a small separate section of the neck of the vessel survive. The lower part has a rounded convex base that tapers slightly to form a waste at the mid point. It is at this point the flask is broken and the surface is patinated suggesting the damage is relatively old. The front face of the ampulla is decorated with cast design possibly a square topped heraldic shield which is filled with …
Created on: Thursday 1st July 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', 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-B5C14D
Object type: JEWS HARP
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and distorted cast copper alloy Jews harp of probable post-Medieval date (c. 1500-c. 1800). The lyre-shaped instrument is near complete with only the iron twanger being lost. It is broadly symmetrical in plan; with a sub-circular head and tapering arms which are characteristically lozenge-shaped in cross-section. The metal is a mid green colour with an abraded surface patina commonly seen on finds of later post medieval date. All surfaces have a distinct filed surface. There is no evidence of an iron twanger, but there is a rectangular recess where it would have sat. …
Created on: Tuesday 29th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-B58E6A
Object type: COIN WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy circular guinea coin weight dating from the Post Medieval period, being used after 1773 until about 1800. The obverse is heavily eroded and the surface design is lost - originally it would have contained the weight of a full guinea being 5 penny weights and 6 grains or 5 penny weights and 8 grains. The reverse is inscribed GUINEAS / COINED / BEFORE / 1772 over four lines arranged vertically. The weight has a diameter of 20.4mm, and is 4.2mm thick. It has a mass of 6.40 grams. Information below taken from record: SWYOR-80FFA8 Around this time (17…
Created on: Tuesday 29th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-B48D7A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn silver groat of Phillip and Mary (AD1554-8), initial mark: lis; struck at the tower mint: London. North: 1973
Created on: Tuesday 29th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-B44F0A
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Swansea
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A heavily worn silver sixpence of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) initial mark: eglantine (AD 1574-8), date above the shield on reverse that is heavily worn. Struck at the tower mint: London. North: 1998
Created on: Tuesday 29th June 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 7th July 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Gower', grid reference and parish protected.