Record ID: SF-82F9D8
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy official four ounce avoirdepois weight dating to the Post-Medieval period, c. 1588-1603. It is circular in plan and broadly rectangular in section, with neatly chamfered edges in evidence around its entire circumference. The underside of the weight is flat and featureless, while the upper surface has been stamped with three separate marks. These consist four annulets arranged in a lozenge-shaped pattern, the letter 'A' (for 'avoirdepois') within a pelleted outer border, and the royal cipher of 'EL' (Elizabeth) underneath a crown, with the further letters 'CO…
Created on: Wednesday 6th December 2017
Last updated: Thursday 21st December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Woolpit', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-2A0F00
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy trade weight dating to the late Medieval or early Post-Medieval period, c. 1495-1549. It is circular, with a single grooved circle and central dimple decorating its outer face. Just below the latter, a crowned lombardic 'h' has been stamped, denoting either Henry VII or Henry VIII. Preserved in good condition with an even green patina, it measures 21.71mm in diameter, 2.86mm thick, and weighs 6.79 g. Biggs (1992, 48-9) suggests that trade weights stamped with this motif date to between 1495-1549. The stamp probably denotes an official indication that the …
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2016
Last updated: Thursday 5th January 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Risby', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-2C1DC1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast and stamped copper-alloy weight dating to the late Medieval period, c. 1400-1500. The weight is circular in plan and has been lathe turned, demonstrating a central circular dimple on its upper face, a double incised concentric groove and a lipped edge. At the centre of the weight close to the dimple is the somewhat worn mark of a stamped bifoliate crown, while the underside of the weight is plain excepting for coarse scratches probably relating to weight correction. Preserved in good condition with an even brownish green patina, it measures 41.12mm in diameter, 2.92mm …
Created on: Monday 19th November 2018
Last updated: Monday 19th November 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fressingfield', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-38BA13
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight of probable Medieval to Post-Medieval date, c. 1400-1700. It demonstrates a circular-sectioned sub-conical body, with slight facetting to its sides. At its apex is a thinned 'pulled' section that demonstrates a neat circular aperture at its midpoint. Preserved in fair condition with an even greyish patina, it stands 32.06mm high, measures 15.15mm in diameter at its base, and weighs 46.61g.
Created on: Thursday 21st September 2017
Last updated: Thursday 21st September 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bedfield', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-53CA43
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy hanging weight or spindle whorl dating from the Early Medieval to Medieval periods, c. 1000-1500 AD. It is circular in plan and plano-convex in section, with a rounded upper surface and flattened base. At the midpoint of the object is a crude circular aperture. Preserved in fair condition with an uneven brownish patina, it measures 21.48mm in diameter, 8.88mm thick, and weighs 21.65g.
Created on: Friday 22nd September 2017
Last updated: Friday 22nd September 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aldeburgh', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-884BB2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight or spindle whorl dating to the late Early Medieval or Medieval period, c. 1000-1500. It is circular in plan, with a large and irregular circular aperture at its midpoint. Preserved in fair condition, it measures 24.95mm in diameter, 11.10mm thick, and weighs 43.59g.
Created on: Thursday 19th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 19th October 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bressingham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-888278
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight or spindle whorl dating from the late Early Medieval to Medieval periods, c. 1000-1500. It is circular in plan and plano-convex in section, with a rounded upper section and flat underside. A medium sized irregular sized central circular aperture is visible at the centre of the object, on one side of which is a deep transverse incision possibly relating to wear from suspension. Preserved in fair condition with a creamy white patina, it measures 28.01mm in diameter, 14.41mm thick, and weighs 73.67g.
Created on: Thursday 19th October 2017
Last updated: Thursday 19th October 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bressingham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-748386
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight or gaming piece dating to the Medieval or Post-Medieval period, c. 1400-1700. It is circular in plan and slightly trapezoidal in section, with sloping sides. The upper face of the weight is plain, while the underside has been decorated with a cross-hatched pattern. Preserved in fair condition with an even whitish patina, it measures 18.85mm in diameter, 4.94mm thick at its midpoint, and weighs 14.22g.
Created on: Monday 30th October 2017
Last updated: Monday 30th October 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thelnetham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-2B6058
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight of Medieval to Post-Medieval date, c. 1200-1800. It is broadly sub-rectangular in plan and lozengiform in section, with each face demonstrating a prominent rib. At the apex of the weight is an integral sub-circular suspension loop. Preserved in fair condition with a creamy brownish patina, it measures 59.19mm long, 16.27mm thick at its midpoint, and weighs 78.75g. As stated in PAS record LVPL-95D566 numerous functions for such objects have been suggested, including as fishing net weights or sinkers. As such objects are difficult to date with any d…
Created on: Monday 20th November 2017
Last updated: Monday 20th November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nowton', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-FA8846
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small lead-alloy square of sheet lead stamped with an apparent lombardic 'G' on its upper surface. Possibly a weight or test piece. Suggested date: Medieval to Post-Medieval, c. 1400-1550. Length: 8.53mm, width: 8.67mm, thickness: 1.07mm. Weight: 0.58g.
Created on: Friday 5th January 2018
Last updated: Tuesday 19th February 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Woodbridge', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-391738
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight of probable Post-Medieval date, c. 1500-1800. It is circular in plan, with a moulded design on its upper surface consisting a large raised pellet-in-ring motif. Preserved in fair condition with an even whitish patina, it measures 28.46mm in diameter, 5.79mm thick, and weighs 27.06g. Weights of this form were probably home-made and widely used for a variety of different functions. Most are Post-Medieval, though some may be slightly earlier.
Created on: Thursday 22nd March 2018
Last updated: Thursday 22nd March 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Benhall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-F19311
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy official four ounce avoirdupois weight dating to the Post-Medieval period, c. 1588-1603. It is circular in plan and broadly rectangular in section, with neatly chamfered edges in evidence around its entire circumference. The underside of the weight is flat and featureless, while the upper surface has been stamped with three separate marks. These consist four annulets arranged in a lozenge-shaped pattern, the letter 'A' (for 'avoirdepois') within a pelleted outer border, and the royal cipher of 'EL' (Elizabeth) underneath a crown, with the further letters 'CO…
Created on: Friday 18th May 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 16th January 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke-by-Nayland', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-47288F
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead alloy weight of probable Early Medieval to Medieval date, c. 500-1500. It is sub-conical, with a flattened circular base and small central circular aperture which extends through the entire object. Preserved in fair condition with a creamy grey patina, it stands 15.57mm high, 16.61mm in diameter at its base, and weighs 22.81g.
Created on: Thursday 11th May 2017
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Barnham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-47D0F5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight (possibly a loom-weight) of probable Early Medieval to Medieval date, c. 500-1500. It demonstrates a circular base and overall sub-conical form, with a large central circular aperture that extends through the whole object. Preserved in fair condition with an uneven greyish patina, it measures 28.16mm in diameter at its base, stands 21.10mm high, and weighs 57.30g.
Created on: Thursday 11th May 2017
Last updated: Thursday 11th May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wortham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-5C576B
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy small standing weight or gaming piece probably dating from the Early Medieval to Medieval periods, c. 500-1500. It is sub-conical in plan, with a flat sub-circular base demonstrating a central circular dimple. Preserved in fair condition with a creamy off-white patina, it stands 12.11mm high, 19.08mm in diameter at its base, and weighs 18.48g.
Created on: Friday 12th May 2017
Last updated: Friday 12th May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hinderclay', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-5E7587
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy and iron hanging weight of probable Medieval to Post-Medieval date, c. 1200-1700. It is broadly sub-conical in form, with a squat, rounded form and circular base. At its apex, an iron loop projects, originally for the purpose of suspending the weight itself. Preserved in fair condition with an even whitish patina, it stands 39.91mm tall, 32.74mm in diameter at its base, and weighs 184.05g.
Created on: Monday 24th July 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brandon', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-5BBEB3
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy lathe-turned weight dating to the late Medieval or early Post-Medieval period, c. 1485-1547. This is a quarter-ounce averdupois weight. It is circular in plan and plano-convex in section, with a rounded upper surface and flat underside which is completely covered with file marks. It demonstrates a central dimple, around which are two wide concentric circles originating from the manufacturing process. Between the two inner circles, the stamp of a crowned Lombardic 'h' is visible. Preserved in good condition with an even green patina, it measures 24.79mm in…
Created on: Tuesday 28th February 2017
Last updated: Tuesday 7th March 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bottisham', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-537CF1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy hanging weight of probable late Medieval to early Post-Medieval date, c. 1400-1700. It is broadly sub-conical in form, with a square-section (giving the appearance of facetted sides) and a prominent indentation on its base. At the apex of the weight is a crude circular aperture, which originally would have allowed the weight to be hung or suspended. Preserved in fair condition with an uneven brownish grey patina, it stands 38.20mm high, measures 22.96mm wide at its base, and weighs 85.33g.
Created on: Friday 22nd September 2017
Last updated: Friday 22nd September 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Aldeburgh', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-B28C33
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead-alloy weight of possible Roman to Medieval date, c. 43-1500 AD. The weight is conical and fairly squat, with a flat base that tapers inwards to a pointed top where there is a narrow slit, presumable originally where an iron loop or similar would have projected from (though this is now missing). Preserved in fair condition with an even whitish patina, it stands 23.98mm high and measures 31.06mm in diameter at its base. It weighs 128.58g. Weights of this broad form underwent a long period of use, occuring in contexts from the Roman to Medieval periods. As such…
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2017
Last updated: Thursday 10th August 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Wickham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-5787AD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead-alloy weight of probable late Medieval or early Post-Medieval date, c. 1400-1600. It is circular in plan and slightly plano-convex in section. Its upper surface demonstrates a stamp in the form of an eight pointed 'sunburst' like design, which itself partially obscures an earlier initial attempt of the same stamp. On the underside of the weight, the same stamp occurs a third time. Preserved in fair condition with an even brownish grey patina, it measures 27.36mm in diameter, 4.91mm thick at its midpoint, and weighs 26.96g.
Created on: Thursday 17th August 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hartest', grid reference and parish protected.