2024-03-29T15:54:29+00:00https://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/jsonhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/xmlhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/rsshttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/atomhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/kmlhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/geojsonhttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results/format/qrcodehttps://finds.org.uk/database/search/results10120Northumberland100Unitary AuthorityPOST MEDIEVAL1Metal detectorDSC_0068.jpg43674From a paper map301439751110194PMUnitary AuthorityCertain2NCL4367418.861850Ashingtonx410471.84Northumberland108922017-03-28T20:19:47ZReturned to finderNorth EastCirca
A post medieval gold finger ring with four faceted stones that may - or may not - be emeralds. A fifth socket, which presumably held a further stone, is empty. The four remaing stones are held by a claw style of mount. The ring has no inscription or maker's mark. The scroll-work of the bevel and shoulders, the faceting of the stones, and the claw mounts suggests a late Georgian or early Victorian date of manufature.
While this find was reported as possible treasure, the decision of the relevant curator at the British Museum was that this is not treasure, due to the style of the ring and the lack of a maker's mark, it could not be identified as certainly over 300 years old
Andrew Agate23-1.64049036NCL-A3CDE78394153POST MEDIEVALFINGER RINGNZ2386finds-839415116NCL-978235Incomplete1780x41047images/andyagate/1608672PAS58D9782300152942017-03-27T21:37:55ZCertainx410473655.16778303POST MEDIEVALGold41422PM1Circa36http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/POST MEDIEVALPossiblyGemCivil Parish2022-07-14T07:14:02.588Zfinds-855004855004NCL-629FB3FINGER RINGPOST MEDIEVALA post-medieval gold finger ring. .
The outside of the ring ring is a plain gold band. On the inside is the inscription 'Joyn'd in one by God alone' with the two initials as the maker's mark.
The ring has a diameter of 7.62mm; the band is 3.86mm wide and 1.80mm thick. The weight is 5.98gJoyn'd in one by God aloneposy363612017T5944NCL2017-06-17T00:00:00Z#8603GNM: Hancock2017-06-30T11:37:47Z2023-11-16T14:54:19Z5.98PAS595629FB0013277.621.83.8612323414142243607230243607County DurhamCounty DurhamCassop-cum-QuarringtonNZ333954.74488417-1.488903428NCL-A42C28Gold10892CompletePOST MEDIEVALx41047POST MEDIEVALx41047x41047Metal detectorSubmitted for consideration as TreasureDSC_0028_1.jpg1051195images/andyagate/North EastCertain12023-11-16T14:54:19.52ZCastPOST MEDIEVAL2Metal detectorNCL1759D8allviews.jpg2Fair30111101942017T1238PMInlaid with enamel2.27Probably2NCL1720x410471.89108922021-12-10T12:36:35ZReturned to finderCirca
Description: An incomplete gold finger ring with a surface treatment of white enamel, dating from the late 16th to 17th Century AD. The ring has a D-shaped cross-section. The bezel has setting for three stones. Two subrectangular red stones - probably rubies - remain in their setting. The stones are facetted with a rectangular flat top and angled sides. A third central stone is missing and there are traces of white enamel in the socket where it would have been. The gold around each stone has been pressed around the top to hold it in place. The gold settings for the stones form a scalloped ridge where they meet the enamel. The enamel is present only on the outer surface of the ring and extends down the shoulders - slightly over half of the ring's circumference. There is some damage to the enamel at its edges, revealing the roughened incised “keying” lines to hold the enamel on the surface of the gold. The enamel on each side terminates in three lines, fanning out to suggest a sprig of leaves or a fleur-de-lis. There is no inscription and no maker's marks or hall marks.
Dimensions: The ring is 17.62mm long (from bezel to back) and 16.85 mm wide. The bezel is 2.27mm thick and the back of the ring is 0.93mm thick. The ring weighs 1.89g.
Discussion: A number of similar rings were found in the London Cheapside hoard, dating from the late 16th to early 17th century. The cut and setting of the stones are similar to that of the rubies in A14232 in the Museum of London (Oman 1974, Plate III G). The scalloping of the enamel around the stone setting is similar to A14243* in the Museum of London (Oman 1974, Plate III H). Comparable enamelled gold rings from the database include BUC-EBE9E7 (2017T1071), HAMP-1DCFF0 (2017T156), and HAMP-E09AF1 (2018T712).
Andrew Agate117.62238798372Finger18608POST MEDIEVALFINGER RINGfinds-8798371116.85NCL-1759D8Incomplete1500x41047images/andyagate/21117657PAS5A31759D00190642017-12-13T18:46:53ZProbablyx410471361POST MEDIEVALGoldPM1Circa36http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/POST MEDIEVALCertainGem2022-07-14T07:14:27.378Zfinds-937125937125NCL-066786PENANNULAR RINGBRONZE AGEA gold lock-ring and three small fragments of gold. The lock-ring is decorated with a series of incised concentric lines. One edge of the lock-ring is broken in a ragged edge, the other follows a neat line that may represent the original edge or a cut mark. The lock-ring is in a moderate condition, with cuts and distortion across its faces. There is evidence of tubing holding the two faces together (this has lifted in one section to reveal this construction technique). Around 1 quarter of the object is now missing and it is unclear from the initial inspection whether the small gold fragments form part of the broken edge or whether they are remains of other elements within the lock-ring construction. More investigation of this piece is required.
Dimensions: Weight 2.62g; Diameter: 29.6mm
Scientific Analysis
Analysis was carried out by the Department of Scientific Research at The British Museum.
Non-destructive X-ray fluorescence analysis indicated a surface composition of approximately 80-82% gold, 14-16% silver, the rest being copper.
Discussion
This Late Bronze Age gold ‘lock-ring’ dates to the Late Bronze Age (c.1000-800 BC). Lock-rings are known in relatively small numbers from Ireland, Britain and western France (Eogan 1969). A small number of examples are known from the North of England and the South of Scotland (see Eogan 1994, figure 41). Most of the finest examples have been found in Ireland. The find from ‘Near Errington’ is a fine example of its kind and, despite its moderate condition, deserves to be acquired and studied in further detail.
Conclusion
Due to the precious metal content of this object being over 10% gold, and it being over 300 years old, this object qualifies as Treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996.1313100080012019T9413NCL2019-01-27T00:00:00Z#9156NEWMA:2023.3GNM:H2019-01-29T14:43:04Z2023-06-13T14:36:32Z2.62PAS5C50667800164D29.622.8612352141422436741927343674NorthumberlandNorthumberlandWallNY967255.04249122-2.064129898NCL-E2BE38Gold10892IncompleteBRONZE AGEx13712BRONZE AGEx13712x13712Metal detectorAcquired by museum after being declared TreasureDDS_0017_1.jpg1051669images/andyagate/North EastCertain12023-06-13T13:36:32.505Z4Northumberland1Unitary AuthorityMEDIEVAL1Possibly2643743Metal detectorDCS_0001.jpg43674GPS (from the finder)Henry_V_of_England1321191631MDUnitary AuthorityCertain421059NCL4367418.491420Stanningtonx142211.68Northumberland10892Quarter noble2022-01-26T23:46:33ZReturned to finderNorth EastCirca
A complete gold quarter noble of Henry V (1413-1422) type F, annulets next to shield with a trefoil to the L and a mullet to the R, date is 1413-20
North (1991) no.1383. Lis above shield and in centre of reverse. Mullet after first word, and annulet after second word. Struck 1413-22.
Andrew AgateHenry V of England23-1.703746431957NCL-FFEF811051265annulets next to shield with a trefoil to the L and a mullet to the REXEVLTABTRV In GLORIA11#9337MEDIEVALCOINNZ1979finds-105126511Gold quarter-noble: Henry V (N 1381-1384)26352940London101NCL-FE85ED9Complete1413x14221images/andyagate/111687843PAS61EFE85E001DDC42022-01-25T12:09:02ZCertainx14221Regular129Regional importanceCertain55.10505103MEDIEVALGold41422x17731MD1Circa29http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/MEDIEVALEnglish coin Late Medieval 1377 - 1489CertainhENRICUS REX ANGL Z FRANCCivil Parish162022-07-14T07:16:25.684Zfinds-11045171104517NCL-E32C71FINGER RINGPOST MEDIEVALDescription:
Complete gold mourning (memento mori) finger ring probably dating from AD 1680. The ring has a D-shaped section with flat interior and convex exterior face. The interior has an inscription reading ‘Prepare to follow me LH 80’ in italic script. The exterior face has the incised image of a skull, missing the top of the head and the lower row of teeth and chin, emphasised with black niello inlay which is missing in places.
Dimensions: External diameter of hoop: 20.29mm; internal diameter of hoop: 18.06mm; thickness: 1.18mm; height: 4.12mm.
Weight: 3.20g
Discussion: Memento mori rings were created to memorialise the death of a loved one, with inscriptions holding personal or religious significance, or simply commemorating the date of death of an individual. The skull motif is a well-attested feature of 17th century memento mori rings, with similar examples recorded in the British Museum collections (AF.1545) dated to 1691.The Portable Antiquities Scheme database has numerous examples; see for example, 2023-T433 (ESS-D76D49) dated to 1678; 2023-T593 (GLO-059D6D) dated to 1704; 2021-T585 (SF-223B48) dated to 1697; 2015-T249 (DUR-4FC118) dated to 1693; and 2016-T408 (HAMP-AE9377) dated to 1693.
Among these examples, the inscription on this ring stands out due to its personal and instructive tone; most of the other rings simply record the death date of the person memorialised by the ring. Most memento mori rings record the initials of the maker, which is possibly ‘LH’ in this example, although it is also possible that the initials are those of the departed. The ‘80’ in the inscription probably relates to the year of manufacture or the date of death of the individual. As these rings are typically associated with the late 17th and very early 18th century, 1680 is a likely date of manufacture and/or death. This style is commonly reported as treasure probably indicating how popular they were at this time.
Conclusion: Consequently, in terms of age, and as the object contains a minimum of 10% precious metal it qualifies as Treasure under the stipulations of the Treasure Act 1996.
Authors: Caroline Smith, Finds Liaison Assistant for Northumberland and Tyneside,
Andrew Agate, Finds Liaison Officer, Northumberland and Tyneside36361675172012023T3044NCL2023-02-13T00:00:00Z#101852023-03-24T23:31:19Z2023-10-28T16:04:12Z3.21PAS641E32C700109720.331.153.9412323491414224360743607County DurhamCounty DurhamEbchester AreaRestricted Accessbands.shops.handy8NCL-0A641CGold10892Inlaid with nielloCompletePOST MEDIEVALx41047POST MEDIEVALx41047x41047Metal detectorSubmitted for consideration as Treasure1104517_653d229eb1661.jpg1247044images/andyagate/North EastCertain12023-10-28T15:04:12.394ZRestricted Accessfinds-11205591120559NCL-02F6D5COINMEDIEVALA pierced gold coin of James II of Scotland 1437 - 1460 Lion Type
Lettering (regular font): IACOBVS DEI GRA REX SCOTTORVM
Translation: James, by the Grace of God, King of Scots
Reverse
Saint Andrew crucified on a saltire, flanked by crowned fleur-de-lis.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XP
Lettering (regular font): XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XP
Unabridged legend: XPC REGNAT XPC VINCIT XPC IMPERAT
Translation: Christ reigns, Christ conquers, Christ Commands
Mint
Edinburgh, Scotland2929145114604NCL2023-07-13T18:07:57Z2023-09-07T16:03:24Z3.38PAS64B02F6D0015B325.540.1412312141422436741922843674NorthumberlandNorthumberlandLongframlingtonNU130255.31191633-1.79673606bands.shops.handy10NCL-70F362Gold10892IncompleteMEDIEVALx14221MEDIEVALx14221x14221Metal detectorReturned to finderJamesII.jpg1239233images/andyagate/North EastCertain12023-09-07T15:03:24.771Zfinds-11251191125119NCL-CB4F74FINGER RINGMODERNDescription: A complete gold finger ring, of 19th century date. The hoop of the ring has a twisted rope design around the entire diameter on its exterior face. The inside face of the hoop is plain, with no hallmarks. This design transitions directly into the bezel of the ring, which is a lozenge shape, into which a red stone is set into a quatrefoil opening. The bezel is a box design with chamfered edges. There is an apparent ‘lid’ for the box bezel, and it is possible that a keepsake is contained within the bezel itself.
Dimensions: Hoop diameter 22.28mm
Weight: 5.11g
Discussion: As the ring had no hall marks it was received as a possible treasure object. It was not possible to find any comparanda on the PAS database, thus an enquiry as to possible date was made to the relevant British Museum curator, Judy Rudoe, who commented that the ring was “an unusual design” but that, “the quatrefoil in a lozenge does look very 19th century”. It is not therefore possible to date the ring as being securely over 300 years old, and a probable 19th century date of manufacture seems most likely. Such a date means that the object falls outside of the criteria for it to be classed as Treasure under the Treasure Act (1996).
Conclusion: Not Treasure 4141180019004NCL2023-08-06T00:00:00Z2023-08-16T12:37:27Z2024-01-25T20:23:24Z5.11PAS64DCB4F700147722.2812314141422436741923143674NorthumberlandNorthumberlandRestricted AccessNear NetherwittonRestricted Accessbands.shops.handy10NCL-2C3929Gold10892CompleteMODERNMODERNMetal detectorReturned to finderNCL-CB4F74_65b2c3b474a90.jpg1259671images/andyagate/North EastCertain12024-01-25T20:25:27.57Zfinds-11357091135709NCL-264E3ACOINPOST MEDIEVALA complete gold half guinea of William III (AD 1694 to AD 1702), dating to AD 1695. Minted at the Tower (London). Early harp. Spink, 2001, p 324, no 3466.36364NCL2023-08-01T00:00:00Z2023-08-31T00:00:00Z#103182023-11-01T14:46:59Z2023-11-02T13:54:43Z4.19PAS654264E3001AFB20.470.171231416141422436741916343674NorthumberlandNorthumberlandStanningtonNZ218055.11395669-1.67232707bands.shops.handy8NCL-277C5122913399334019Laureate Bust rightGVILELMVS III DEI GRACrowned cruciform shields. Early harpMAG BR FRA ET HIB REX 16956London26352940x17731Half guinea (gold)William III of EnglandWilliam_III_of_EnglandGold10892MilledCompletePOST MEDIEVALx41047POST MEDIEVALx41047x41047Metal detectorReturned to finder1135709_654276a8b2f76.jpg1247521images/andyagate/ModernHalf-guinea: William III (S 3466 - 3469)North EastCertain12023-11-02T13:54:43.502Zfinds-11363731136373NCL-919E55COINMEDIEVALA complete gold quarter noble of Edward III (r. AD 1327-1377), dating to AD 1351-1361. Pre-treaty series (fourth coinage). intial mark: cross 3.
The obverse has a shield quartered with the arms of England and France within a tressure of eight arches. Obverse inscription: +EDWAR.R.ANGL.Z.FRANC.D.hY . The stops are single saltires. The reverse has a floriated cross with a lis at the end of each limb and a lis in the centre; in each angle, a lion passant guardant; all within a tressure of eight arches. The reverse includes an odd spelling, reading +EXALTABITVR.IN.GhLORIA. instead of the standard EXALTABITVR IN GLORIA.
Spink 2008, no. 1498.
Thickness: 0.48 mm
Weight: 1.85 g
Diameter: 18.65 mm2929135113614NCL2023-08-01T00:00:00Z2023-08-14T00:00:00Z#101922023-11-06T16:52:53Z2023-11-23T07:01:43Z1.85PAS654919E500150318.650.48123142141422436741923343674NorthumberlandNorthumberlandHartburnNZ098455.15026067-1.86032139bands.shops.handy8NCL-BBDEFA20759174215A shield quartered with the arms of England and France within a tressure of eight arches. The stops in the inscription are single saltires.+EDWAR.R.ANGL.Z.FRANC.D.hYThe reverse has a floriated cross with a lis at the end of each limb and a lis in the centre; in each angle, a lion passant guardant; all within a tressure of eight arches+EXALTABITVR.IN.GLORIA10Quarter nobleEdward III of EnglandEdward_III_of_EnglandGold10892Struck or hammeredCompleteMEDIEVALx14221MEDIEVALx14221x14221Metal detectorReturned to finder1136373_65491a3bc53e0.jpg1248014images/andyagate/English coin Edwardian type 1279 - 1377Gold quarter-noble: Edward III, 4th coinage, pre-treaty (N 1141; 1146; 1162; 1189-1192)North EastCertain12023-11-23T07:01:43.695Z