Record ID: DENO-448691
Object type: SPEARHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy, side looped and socketed spear (spearhead) of probably the Middle Bronze Age period, dating from c. BC 1500 - c. BC 1150. The fragment would have made the tip of the spear. The object is broadly triangular in plan and lozenge (diamond shaped) in section. There is a raised rib running the length of the fragment on both the front and the reverse face. From the rib each side of the fragment slopes down towards the blade. The cutting edges of the blade are damaged and much of the edge is now missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The tip of the fragment is also…
Created on: Wednesday 15th February 2017
Last updated: Thursday 1st June 2023
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Record ID: DENO-44410B
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy nummus of Constantine II (AD 317-340), dating to the period AD 330-331 (Reece Period 17). GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers and two standards. Mint of Trier. RIC Vol VII, page 215, No 527. Diameter: 16.6 mm Thickness: 1.8 mm Weight: 1.9 g
Created on: Wednesday 15th February 2017
Last updated: Monday 3rd April 2017
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Record ID: DENO-2E6B23
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy Colchester derivative, Dolphin type brooch of the Roman Period, dating from c. AD 43 - AD 65. Approximately 75% of the brooch is present, consisting of the head, bow and wings. Part of the catch-plate is present at the base of the bow, but the pin and spring are missing, presumably lost in antiquity. The bow head is hump-like, and angular (comma shaped) in profile. The bow is D shaped in cross section. It extends to a broken point near the foot. Part of the catch-plate is present as a low ridge on the back of the bow. The wings project from the si…
Created on: Tuesday 14th February 2017
Last updated: Monday 3rd April 2017
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Record ID: DENO-2DE6BB
Object type: COIN
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy possible contemporary copy of a nummus of the House of Constantine (AD 307-361), possibly dating to the period AD 330-341 (Reece Period 17). Possibly GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse type depicting two soldiers and one or two standards. Mint uncertain. Diameter: 10.8 mm Thickness: 3.3 mm Weight: 0.4 g Coin is a very poor and crude copy and is thicker than a normal nummus.
Created on: Tuesday 14th February 2017
Last updated: Monday 3rd April 2017
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Record ID: DENO-2D3156
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver groat of Elizabeth I (AD 1558 to AD 1603), probably dating to the period AD 1558 to AD 1561, issued as part of the first coinage issue. Minted at the Tower (London). Initial marks unclear. Probably North vol II, p133, no 1986. Length: 23.4 mm Width: 18.1 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 1.2 g Coin is poor quality, it is coated with a brown coloured patina. Much of the detail is obscurred. It is possible, given the poor quality of the silver, this coin could be a contemporary copy.
Created on: Tuesday 14th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-2C9219
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete, base silver, Post Medieval Shilling of Edward VI (AD 1547 - AD 1553), Third period coinage (AD 1550 - AD 1553), POSVI DEVM ADIVITOREM MEVM reverse type, probably dating to the year AD 1551. Initial Mark: Uncertain. Mint of London. North Vol II, page 124, No 1943/1 - 1944/2. Length: 28.5 mm Width: 21.4 mm Thickness: 0.6 mm Weight: 2.3 g Coin is incomplete and much of the detail is missing or obscurred.
Created on: Tuesday 14th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-1CEFD2
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy (Bronze) flat axe of the Early Bronze Age period dating from c. 2250 BC - 1900 BC. The flat axe is broadly trapezoidal in plan with a splayed crescent shaped blade. In profile it is broadly lentoid (pointed oval), with slight tapering edges. In cross section the axe is lentoid. The axe is broken toward the butt of the axe, but more than three-quarters of the axe survives. The break is relatively jagged and uneven; however it has a similar patina to that of the rest of the axe - suggesting damage in antiquity. The sides of the axe gently expand in wi…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 17th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-1C1F70
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead small cannon ball or grape shot of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1450 - c. AD 1700. The object is broadly spherical in plan and circular in section. There is post depostional damage to the surface of the object in the form of minor scratches, pitting and denting on the surface. There is a deep scratch on one side of the ball. The ball measures 42.2 mm (1.66 in) in diameter and weighs 410.8 g (0.91 lb (14.49 oz)). The ball is a light to mid grey in colour with uneven patina. Abrasion caused by movement whilst within the plough s…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2017
Last updated: Saturday 16th September 2017
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Record ID: DENO-1B093E
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy Fob Seal Matrix of the Post Medieval to Modern period, dating from c. AD 1700 - c. AD 1900. The object is missing the die/seal or intaglio, presumed lost in antiquity. The rest of the object is present and complete. The matrx setting is rectangular with rounded corners and a rectangular slit on one side. The base is decorated with four slightly raised ridges flanked by three shallow grooves. Above this are three concentric collars or panels. The upper panel has been decorated with a feather or leaf design in relief, consisting of raised curves and incise…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 21st February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-1A311D
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy single looped oval buckle frame of the Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1250 - c. AD 1400. The object has the appearance of being broadly D shaped in plan and is oval in section. The loop is broken and a large portion of the buckle is missing, including the strap bar, much of the loop and pin, these are presumed lost in antiquity. The loop has a raised ridge running along the inside, the outer edge is domed slightly. In the centre of the loop are two rectangular lobed knops flanking a constricted portion of the outer loop which accommodates a copper a…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 14th August 2018
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Record ID: DENO-199D47
Object type: STRAP FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy, strap fitting or strap end of the Post Medieval period AD 1500 - AD 1700. The object is irregular in plan and broadly D shaped in section. There is a circular suspension loop at one end of the object with an oval perforation through the centre. The loop has been decorated with two raised ridges or collars with a groove in between. Slightly beyond the collar, and below the object separates into two plates. Beyond this the object is decorated with a foliate design in light relief, comprising of a dual incised central line flanked by two triangles. The objec…
Created on: Monday 13th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 21st July 2020
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Record ID: DENO-C6F106
Object type: CLOTH SEAL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy probable cloth seal of the Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1600 - c. AD 1700. The piece, which represents the upper half of a single disc, bears the relief-moulded image of a female figure, probably an angel, who stands facing forwards and has spread wings, the top of which are visible.. The legend 'GLORIA [IN EXCHELSIS] extends clockwise around the circumference, starting at 2 o'clock. There is a raised border around the edge with a possible fish at the initial mark. There appears to be a pellet stop before the G. The object measures 26…
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-B3B0D7
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy unifaced token, of the Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1400 to c. AD 1800. The token is broadly circular in plan. The obverse depicts two raised lines creating a long cross design, each quarter has a raised circular pellet within it (Powell type 14). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The outer edges of the object appear to have sustained some damage. The token has a diameter of 17.9 mm and is 2.3 mm thick. It weighs 2.9 g. The token is a light to mid brown in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst…
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 18th July 2017
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Record ID: DENO-B3126D
Object type: TOY
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy miniature toy cauldron or pot of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period dating from c. AD 1400 - c. AD 1600. The toy is a miniature tripod cauldron which is circular with a flared rim, waisted neck and bulbous body with a slightly flattened base. Three, equally spaced, circular sectioned legs project from the base of the vessel, although one has broken soon after the body. The vessel would have had two handles, diametrically opposed, and attached to the rim and shoulder, these remain as two rectangular sectioned lugs one each side of the object. T…
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2017
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Record ID: DENO-B1F89D
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete, copper alloy half penny trade token of the Post Medieval period dating from AD 1660 - AD 1669. Obverse: Heavily worn and corroded, design is illegible, inscription is illegible. Reverse: HIS HALF PENY in field in three lines, dated 166[ ] below. Inscription: [ ]BORO[ ] Token coinage from this period is common as there was a shortage of small change so local traders would strike their own coins. Diameter: 17.9 mm Thickness: 0.8 mm Weight: 0.6 g Token is heavily corroded and much of the patina on the obverse is missing.
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Friday 17th March 2017
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Record ID: DENO-B1768A
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy hinged Colchester derivative (dolphin) brooch of the Roman period, dating AD 55 to AD 100. Approximately half of the brooch is present, with the pin, part of the left wing, catch plate, and foot missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The bow head is hump-like, and slightly angular (comma shaped) in profile, with cylindral wings projecting from either side at the top, the left wing is incomplete. The possible base of a rearward facing hook is present at the top of bow, this would have held part of the spring. The front of the bow has been decorated with t…
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 8th March 2017
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Record ID: DENO-B01C31
Object type: BUCKLE
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy Post Medieval double-looped buckle (AD 1500 - 1650). The frame consists of two oval loops which are broadly D-shaped in cross-section. The two loops are divided by a narrowed, recessed axis/ strap bar. The obverse side is convex. The buckle has bevelled outside edges and there appears to be no decoration on the surface of the object. There is a recess at the centre of each loop, used as a pin rest. There is a small lobed knop at either end of the strap bar. The buckle pin is triangular-shaped strip of copper alloy. The reverse of the buckle has been bevelle…
Created on: Wednesday 8th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 30th August 2017
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Record ID: DENO-893064
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1400 to c. AD 1800. The token is broadly circular in plan and rectangular in section. The obverse design depicts a central almond shaped eye, with a pellet slightly off centre. There are two raised curved lines flanking the eye. (probably Powell Type: 31 or 33). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token measures 18.6 mm in diameter, it has a thickness of 2.8 mm and weighs 5.2 g. The token is a mid brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movemen…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-88C9CA
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1400 to c. AD 1800. The token is broadly circular in plan and rectangular in section. The obverse face depicts the initials E M in relief in the field with a flattened border around the outer edge (Powell Type: 2). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token measures 21.9 mm in diameter, it has a thickness of 3.1 mm and weighs 8.7 g. The token is a mid brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
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Record ID: DENO-886630
Object type: TOKEN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy unifaced token, of the Late Medieval to Post Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1400 to c. AD 1800. The token is broadly circular in plan and rectangular in section. The obverse design depicts a central almond shaped eye, with a pellet slightly off centre. There are two raised curved lines flanking the eye. (probably Powell Type: 31 or 33). The reverse is plain and undecorated. The token measures 20.5 mm in diameter, it has a thickness of 2.8 mm and weighs 5.7 g. The token is a mid brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movemen…
Created on: Monday 6th February 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 15th February 2017
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