Record ID: WMID-0B72EA
Object type: BRIDLE FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable bridle boss or belt buckle of Late Post Medieval to Early Modern dating (AD 1800 to AD 1900). The probable bridle boss is circular. It is domed. The front has been decorated with a series of concentric circles. The outer edge has a series of circular perforations positioned regularly around. They have an internal diameter of 3.4 mm. The edge has been decorated with a repeating pattern of triangular and semi circular projections. An incomplete rectangular attachment loop is present to one side. It has a diameter of 73.9 mm and is 3.8 mm thick. It we…
Created on: Wednesday 8th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-F70C70
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy figurative applique plaque of a reclining Medieval knight from a Cruxification scene, of Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1500). The plaque consists of the torso of a male individual, wearing medieval style clothing. His face is angled downwards to the left. He is wearing a hood or plain skull cap helmet. His right arm is raised upwards, behind his head, bent at the elbow. His left arm is bent downwards, bent at the elbow and his left hand is on his waist. His tunic has a zig zig design across the middle. A circular attachment hole is present at the centr…
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2021
Last updated: Tuesday 14th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-F5FB27
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strip, of uncertain function and form, but probably Post medieval in dating (AD 1500 to AD 1800). The artefact consists of a rectangular strip of copper alloy metal, with three straight sides and one endented (scalloped). The short edges are incomplete. No decoration is visible on either side. It measures 22.5 mm in length, 8.1 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 1.6 g. The artefact is a mid to dark green colour, with an even surface patina.
Created on: Tuesday 7th December 2021
Last updated: Monday 13th December 2021
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Record ID: WMID-CC18C0
Object type: COIN
Broad period: IRON AGE
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
A heavily corroded copper-alloy coin of unclear date, possibly a core of a plated Iron Age stater (c.100 BC-AD 43), although a later date range into the Roman period, c.AD 43-260 cannot be ruled out entirely. Both faces are illegible and have suffered from extensive corrosion. Diameter: 16.8 mm Thickness: 2.9 mm Weight: 2.2 g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-CC01F1
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy brooch of Colchester derivative Polden Hill (Mackreth Group 4, flat wing ends), Mackreth 2011, 4.a. Plate 46, of Roman date (AD 80 to AD 120). Approximately 50% of the brooch is present, with the spring, pin, catch-plate and foot missing. In plan, the brooch is almost T-shaped, and D-shaped in cross section. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindrical wings projecting from either side at the top. Each wing has a semi circular pierced wing cap. Ridges are present at the shoulders of the brooch. A rearward facin…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd November 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 2nd March 2022
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Record ID: WMID-92F0D4
Object type: HARNESS PENDANT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete enamelled copper alloy heraldic quatrefoil horse harness pendant, probably displaying the Arms of England, of Medieval dating (c. 1270 to c. 1340). The quatrefoil pendant has a central shield shape with one lion rampart. Above to either side are the remains of probable fleur de lis/lys. Beneath none. Trace of a blue (azure) enamel remain in the lower part of the pendant. The back is undecorated. The suspension loop has been set at a right angle to the body of the pendant. The suspension hole is full of iron corrosion products. It measures 40.9 mm in length, 30.9 m…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Saturday 13th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-92AC63
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy strap slide of Post Medieval dating (AD 1500 to AD 1700). Around 50% of the strap slide is present. It consists of a flat curvilinear plate with splayed bifid terminals. It tapers to a blunt incomplete point. The plate is decorated on the front surface with an incised foliate design. The reverse of the mount has an integral rectangular looped bar, broken towards one end. It measures 19.4 mm in length, 13.7 mm wide and is 2.3 mm thick (not including the attachment spike). Including the attachment spike, it is 11.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.6 g. The…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-90B276
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy probable expanded outer edge of a buckle frame, of probable Medieval dating (AD 1200 to AD 1500). Less than 25% of the buckle frame is present, consisting probably of part of the expanded outer edge and pin rest of a buckle frame. It measures 24.9 mm in length, 6.7 mm wide and 3.6 mm thick. It weighs 2.2 g. The probable buckle fragment is a dark green colour with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. The buckle frame fragment proba…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-9085EC
Object type: MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy pseudoheraldic mount of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1750). The mount is roughly oval in shape. The front bears moulded decoration. A flat topped shield is central, with a border. Around the edges are scrolls to the top and ribbons to the bottom. The reverse shows traces of three integral iron attachment spikes. It measures 38.2 mm in length, 30.0 mm wide and 5.3 mm thick. It weighs 19.2 g. The mount is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. A similar lead alloy mount has been recorded as DOR-C8748E and is considered to be P…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-903E76
Object type: HARNESS MOUNT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy harness mount or badge with heraldic detail, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1800 to AD 1900) The harness mount was originally circular in shape. A shield design is visible in the centre, depicting probably three lions or wyverns passant. An inscription is present around the edge of the mount, but this is mostly illegible. The following letters can be distinguished [ ]OF [ ]REY [ ] C V [ ]1884. Iron corrosions products are present on the reverse, obscuring the original surface. It has a diameter of 26.8 mm and is 4.1 mm thick (including corrosion produ…
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-8FD5D7
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Published
An clipped medieval Irish silver penny of Richard III (1483-85), 'cross and pellets' coinage, mint: Dublin (Spink S6410). Ref: Spink 2003: 138; Mac Conamhna 2017: 120-22.  Diameter: 12.5 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 0.4 g
Created on: Monday 8th November 2021
Last updated: Thursday 19th January 2023
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Record ID: WMID-540DE5
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver penny of John I of England (AD 1199 to AD 1216), dating to the period AD 1205 to AD 1207. Minted by Andrev in Lincoln, Class 5a. C.f. North vol 1, p 231, no 968/4. Diameter: 18.2 mm Thickness: 1.0 mm Weight: 1.2 g
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-53E8A4
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete silver cut half penny of John I of England (AD 1199 to AD 1216), dating to the period AD 1205 to AD 1207. Class 5b. Minted by moneyer Iohan, probably in either Canterbury, Exeter, Ipswich or Kings Lynn. C.f. North vol 1, p 231, no 970. Diameter: 18.0 mm Width: 9.6 mm Thickness: 1.1 mm Weight: 0.5 g
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-539C62
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy cloth seal of probable Post Medieval dating, circa 1500-1700. The seal comprises of one circular disk, with remains of attachment tabs to either side, indicating it was originally a 4 four cloth seal. The design is unclear and involves a horseshoe with a figure or harp inside it. The reverse face is undecorated. It measures 13.9 mm in length, 11.1 mm diameter of the disks and 1.3 mm thick. It weighs 0.9 g. The surfaces of the seal are worn with a fairly even cream coloured patina. Egan (1995) illustrates a number of cloth seals with variou…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-536F42
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy cloth seal of probable Post Medieval dating, circa 1500-1700. The seal comprises of two circular disks, broadly the same size, and a connecting strip. One face with the flattened rivet in it, has a plain border with the letters OSW and then an unclear merchant or privy mark in the centre. The design is incomplete. The reverse face is undecorated. It measures 18.3 mm in length, 16.5 mm diameter of the disks and 4.3 mm thick. It weighs 4.7 g. The surfaces of the seal are worn with a fairly even cream coloured patina. Egan (1995) illustrates …
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-51BDA6
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token of Medieval to Post medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1800). The obverse of the token consists of an plain cross, with a pellet in each quarter (Powell type 14). Reverse is undecorated. It measures 15.5 mm in diameter and 2.2 mm thick. It weighs 1.2 g. The token is a mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Token is heavily worn.
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-5154CC
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Roman brooch of Colchester derivative, Polden Hill of Roman dating AD 80 to AD120. Around 25% of the brooch is present, consisting of the bow and wings. The spring, pin, foot and catch plate are missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow is angular and hump back, resembling a comma. It is broken around 1/3 of its length. Ridges are present at the shoulders, between the bow and the wings. The wings are semi cylindrical. A cylindrical recess is present behind the wings, this would have originally retained the spring. The reverse is undecorated. …
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-510E8F
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy buckle pin, probably from a trapezoidal double loop buckle frame, probably of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1700). The pin has been made from a triangular sheet of copper alloy metal. The wide end would have been folded around the strap bar and is now incomplete. It tapers to a blunt point. It measures 24.0 mm in length, 4.5 mm wide and 2.4 mm thick. It weighs 0.9 g. The buckle pin is a dark green to brown colour, with an even surface patina. It was found in a similar area to WMID-50D6EE and is likely to be the missing pin from that…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-50D6EE
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy double looped trapezoidal buckle of Post Medieval dating (AD 1620 -AD 1680). The buckle frame is present, the strap plate and pin are missing. The outer loops is sub rectangular in shape. Both outer loops has a trefoil shaped end and a lobed protrusion at either end of the narrowed strap bar. The buckle measures 35.4 mm in length, 19.9 mm wide and is 3.2 mm thick. It weighs 7.5 g. The buckle is brown in colour, with an uneven surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in the loss of some of the sur…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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Record ID: WMID-50C00F
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy trapezoidal buckle frame, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1660 to AD 1720). Only the buckle frame is present, the pin, chape and axis bar are missing. The buckle frame is trapezoidal in plan, with a drilled frame, for a separate spindle. The frame exhibits moulded decoration. Scrolled knops are present on either side of the spindle holes and a moulded pin rest is present on both of the outer loops. The pin rest moulding consists of a V shaped notch. The buckle frame measures 25.0 mm in length, 17.3 mm wide and 3.8 mm thick. It weighs 2.7 grams. Th…
Created on: Friday 5th November 2021
Last updated: Friday 5th November 2021
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