Record ID: WMID-39F84B
Object type: INTAGLIO
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy possible intaglio, of uncertain dating but probably Post Medieval (AD 1600 to AD 1700). The possible intaglio is oval in shape. It has a flat cross section. Various facets have been removed from the top edge. No design appears to be present on the top surface. The reverse surface is recessed in the centre. It measures 12.6 mm in length, 9.7 mm wide and 4.7 mm thick. It weighs 2.8 g. The possible intaglio is a dark brown to shiny yellow colour.  The shape and size of this artefact is similar to that found as intaglios either for finger rings or for fob s…
Created on: Tuesday 17th May 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 17th May 2022
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Record ID: WMID-ACB75C
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy cylindrical possible die or stamp, of uncertain dating, possibly Post Medieval (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The artefact consists of a cylinder, with one flat surface, with a bevelled edge, and one indented surface, with a probable bevelled edge. The indented surface has been decorated, with a scallop shell design. The sides are undecorated. It measures 6.8 mm in length, with a diameter of 9.0 mm. The scallop shell is 1.0 mm below the surface. It weighs 2.2 g. The artefact is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 16th May 2017
Last updated: Monday 3rd July 2017
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Record ID: HESH-1767B6
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two pieces of copper alloy industrial waste or slag, of probable Medieval dating (11th to 15th Century). 1: measures 47.4mm in length, 32.0mm wide and 9.7mm thick. It weighs 26.6 grams. 2: measures 12.9mm in length, 10.6mm wide and 5.5mm thick. It weighs 2.0 grams. Together both pieces weigh 28.7 grams. Both pieces are consistent with the waste produced as part of the copper smelting process, which did not significantly change from the Bronze Age through the Late Medieval period. However these fragments are more likely to be Medieval in date, as …
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Friday 11th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Richards Castle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-16F074
Object type: CASTING WASTE
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two pieces of copper alloy industrial waste or slag, of probable Medieval dating (11th to 15th Century). 1: measures 53.9mm in length, 29.9mm wide and 10.7mm thick. It weighs 32.2 grams. 2: measures 31.0mm in length, 22.6mm wide and 25.7mm thick. It weighs 13.7 grams. Together both pieces weigh 45.9 grams. Both pieces are consistent with the waste produced as part of the copper smelting process, which did not significantly change from the Bronze Age through the Late Medieval period. However these fragments are more likely to be Medieval in date, as more Medieva…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2011
Last updated: Thursday 10th May 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Richards Castle', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-350E66
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy object of unknown date and function. It is rectangular in plan, and section. The upper surface exhibits a central V shaped groove down the length of the object. A central solitary projection (2.86mm wide, 4.08mm tall) is present next to the edge of the groove. The lower surface is undulating and uneven. Pitting is present. It does not appear to have been cast into a mould. It is a dark green colour, with an even surface patina. Along the edges, patches are present where the bare metal is visible. This could be the result of over-handling or enthusastic …
Created on: Wednesday 29th September 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 13th October 2010
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Record ID: WAW-703FF6
Object type: METAL WORKING DEBRIS
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two cylindral droplets of leaded bronze, of uncertain dating, possibly Roman (1st to 4th Century AD). The larger droplet measures 16.71mm in length, 14.03mm in width, is 11.95mm thick and weighs 12.1 grams. The smaller droplet measures 12.80mm in length, 9.37mm in width, is 9.00mm thick and weighs 4.6 grams.
Created on: Wednesday 21st July 2010
Last updated: Thursday 29th July 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wellington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-407E14
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy mount in the form of a stylished fish or dolphin. The dolphin has an arched back, with the slightly forked tail bending round to meet the back. This is very similar to Roman depictions of the dolphin. Under the head, it is flattened to form a basic base, it is possible that this area formed an attachment area to another object. The casting seam is visible on the internal curve of the arched back. It measures 48.63mm in length, 34.64mm height and is 11.64mm thick. It weighs 59.2 grams. There is currently still a degree of debate over the dating a…
Created on: Wednesday 19th May 2010
Last updated: Wednesday 26th May 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ledbury', grid reference and parish protected.