Record ID: DYFED-D776EF
Object type: FLAT AXEHEAD
Broad period: BRONZE AGE
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is an incomplete, small, copper alloy flat axehead, probably dating from the Early Bronze Age period (c. BC 2350 - c. BC 2050). The axe is broadly rectangular in plan with a slightly splayed crescentric blade. The sides of the axe gently taper outwards with a shallow curve, from the rounded butt to the blade. The surfaces are flat and do not show any signs of side flanges. The axehead has suffered significant loss from corrosion on all surfaces, and is pitmarked and edges worn and rounded. It has an overall browny red and green patina. There are several…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Slebech', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D71CAE
Object type: SEAL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: the Vale of Glamorgan
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete copper alloy seal matrix of Medieval date (approx 1200-1400). The seal matrix is circular in shape. The obverse features a central motif of a bird holding a branch? head facing its wing (possibly a dove or an eagle) set within a beaded border. The legend around the circumference reads X SIGILLVM AMORIS meaning Seal of Love. The reverse is undecorated, is flat save for a slight central, vertical ridge which results in a complete suspension loop. Overall the seal matrix is in good condition but the central motif is quite damaged and the exact…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wenvoe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D63159
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete silver half groat of Elizabeth I (1558-1603) dating to 1584-86. Obverse features Crowned bust of Queen Elizabeth I facing left within inner beaded circle, legend around. Two pellets behind bust.Escallop mint mark. Reverse features quartered shield of arms over cross fourchée within inner beaded circle, legend around. Escallop mint mark.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llantrisant', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D5B2FC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Rhondda Cynon Taf
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete silver, commonwealth penny dating to 1649-1660.The obverse features the English shield, with St George cross within, set within a laurel wreath. The reverse of the coin features two shields side by side, on the left, the shield of England with St George cross within and on the right the shield of Ireland with Irish harp within, both set within a beaded border. The denomination '.I.' is set above the two shields. Overall the coin is quite worn and smooth and its edges are frayed.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llantrisant', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D4F92E
Object type: COIN
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete copper alloy coin of unknown date. But may possibly date to the Roman period. Both the obverse and reverse are corroded and bear no identifying features. The coin has a green and brown patina and an uneven, corroded surface.
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Thursday 4th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'The Havens', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D4BEDC
Object type: STAINED GLASS (WINDOW)
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is an incomplete Post Medieval fragment of stained glass window. It comprises 2 panels, a large yellow, irregular circle shape, and a smaller purple red isosceles triangle. The yellow circle is concave, with a flat reverse.  The purple red triangle is flat on both sides and multiple air bubbles can be seen in the glass.The yellow circle appears to be a potential central point, there are 5 other fixing points which may have once housed 5 other similar purple red triangles producing a type of sunburst shape. Both panels are set in lead and possib…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Lamphey', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-D468D6
Object type: SWORD
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete decorative copper-alloy sword/dagger hilt of probably Post Medieval date (possibly 17th-19th Century). The section comprises a decorative guard which include the remnant of finger loops and quillions, all of which have damage to them and are incomplete. The central block is rectangular with a moulded socket below - which would have fitted onto a pommel. The obverse and reverse of the central block are decorated with a man (possibly a warrior) holding a spear in his right hand and what appears to be a shield in his left. He appears to be wearing baggy pantaloons.…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pembroke', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-F21322
Object type: UNIDENTIFIED OBJECT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a copper alloy possible implement or tool?. Its exact date is unknown but could date from the Roman Period to the Post Medieval. It has a square cross section, and one end of the tool has been bent and shaped to a point like a pick, the other end appears to be broken or be worn to the point of being unrecognisible. It has a green patina, but some copper colour is visible on some dents and scratches on the object.
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 8th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nevern', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-0C12A1
Object type: FINGER RING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete, copper alloy finger ring thought to date to the Post Medieval Period. It has a central circular bezel with a cross pattée decoration which is slightly off centre. The ring seems to be quite crude and has a thick band. It has a dark grey/black patina and has a pot-marked surface with some possible corrosion damage. It has no other identifying marks. The object weighs 6.2g, has a diameter of 22.1mm, the diameter of the bezel is 12.8mm, and the width of the band 6.1mm.
Created on: Friday 24th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tenby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-0A4C20
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MODERN
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete, copper alloy half penny dating to 1942. The obverse features the bust of George VI (1936-1952) facing left, legend around. reading GEORGIVS VI D: G: BR: OMN: REX F :D :IND : IMP., The reverse features a sailing ship facing left, denomination above, HALF PENNY, and date in exergue 1942. The coin is in poor condition and much of the obverse is corroded. It has an orange and green patina with some pitting present. The coin weighs 3.9g and is 25.0mm in diameter.
Created on: Friday 24th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 11th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Spittal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-0A1999
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete, silver, penny of William I (1066-1087) dating to (c. 1083-1086). The obverse features the crowned front facing bust of William I holding a sceptre in his left hand, 3 annulets on right shoulder. Legend around. The reverse features a cross pattee with letters in each angle, legend around. PAXS Type?  moneyer Beorhtwine (BRIHTPINE)? at the mint of London?.
Created on: Friday 24th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 5th April 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Merlin's Bridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-0A07DD
Object type: COIN
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is complete, silver Groat of Mary I (1516-1558) dating to 1553-54. The obverse features the crowned bust of the Queen, facing left within inner circle, legend around reading MARIA D G ANG FRA Z HIB REGI Pomegranate mint mark. The reverse features the quartered shield of arms over long cross fourchée within inner circle, legend around reading VERITAS TEMPORIS FILIA. Overall the coin is in good condition. 
Created on: Friday 24th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Spittal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-F7B3F3
Object type: BELL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a near complete, copper alloy croatal bell dating to the Post Medeival Period. The bell is cast in one piece and has a raised girth band around its middle. The crotal bell has curvilinear and circular designs on both top and bottom spheres. There are 2 sound holes at opposing sides on the top half of the bell. There is an integral suspension loop at the apex of the bell which is broken and missing a piece, while the underside of the bell has a sound-slit, internally remains the iron pea. The bell has a dark brown and green patina and is is a fair condition but shows signs of …
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Spittal', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-F75E27
Object type: BOOK FITTING
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Carmarthenshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is an incomplete copper alloy possible book fitting of Medieval-Post Medieval date. The book fitting is roughly rectangular in shape with a central crown topped shield which is raised above the arms of the fitting. The obverse of the object is intricately decorated but much of the finer detail is worn, but is a possibly floral design. There is still some gold colour gilding visible on the obverse, but much of the patina of the object is reddy brown and green. There are two hinges on the right hand side of the object but only one of the left, one having been broken off …
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Laugharne', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-F68C93
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Pembrokeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete, silver, pierced penny of William I (1066-1087) dating to (c. 1083-1086). The obverse features the crowned front facing bust of William I holding a sceptre in his left hand, 3 annulets on right shoulder. Legend around. The coin is pierced at 12 o'clock. The reverse features a cross pattee with letters in each angle, legend around. PAXS Type?  moneyer Beorhtwine (BRIHTPINE)? at the mint of London?. The coin weighs 2.0g and is 18.6mm in diameter.
Created on: Thursday 23rd November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Nolton Haven', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-2833DC
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Carmarthenshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is a complete, cast copper-alloy button of post-medieval date (c.1600-1700). The obverse is very convex, the rear is slightly concave.  There are no apparent markings or decoration.  The loop appears to be integral.
Created on: Friday 20th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llanelli', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-2811A4
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Carmarthenshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast, copper-alloy button post-medieval date (c.1600-1700). The obverse of the object is convex. It is steeply domed with an intricate design. The surface is decorated with an incised motif consisting of an inner circular area with fine hashed markings. The outer edge is marked with 8 semi-circular designs, within each there are 6 lines.  Between each semicircle the is a three lobed leaf design. The reverse of the button has a circular line on the outer edge, and the loop is wire. The button has a dark grey, shiny patina.
Created on: Friday 20th October 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llanelli Rural', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-27E2CD
Object type: BUTTON
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Carmarthenshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy button with an integral loop. The front of the head is gently concave and the reverse strongly convex.  There is some marking at the centre of the front face. This area sits within an equal armed cross with each arm consisting of two engraved lines.  The cross is surrounded by two concentric circular grooves. The narrow gap between the middle and outer grooves is filled with an engraved rope-type motif. There are potentially 4 notches at the end of the cross limbs, but the edges are worn. The button has a dark grey patina. Similar examples on the PAS Da…
Created on: Friday 20th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 19th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llanelli Rural', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-277344
Object type: BROOCH
Broad period: ROMAN
County: the Vale of Glamorgan
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Object is an incomplete copper-alloy, Colchester type T shape dolphin Roman Fibula brooch probably dated AD 50. The brooch has narrow cylindrical wings with a hollow interior to accommodate the spring mechanism, which is mostly in place. There is etched line decoration on both the wings and the body. The bow has an angular D-shaped cross section. It has a light green patina but has been varnished by the finder. It is 20.1mm long, 24.7mm wide.  The top of the head is 8.5mm at the widest point and 4mm at the narrowest point.
Created on: Friday 20th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 13th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Dinas Powys', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DYFED-2742DC
Object type: COIN
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: the Vale of Glamorgan
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval silver penny of Edward I (AD 1272 to AD 1307). Obverse deatures forward facing bust, legend around reading + ЄDW REX ANGL' DNS HYB.Cross mintmark, minted in London. Reverse has long cross with three pellets in each quadrant. Legend around reading CIVI TAS LON DON.
Created on: Friday 20th October 2023
Last updated: Monday 13th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llangan', grid reference and parish protected.