Record ID: PUBLIC-5F847C
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval iron cannon-ball weighing 989g (34.8 oz), probably dating to c.1550-1850. Spherical, with a visible casting seam. The surface displays a black colour with patches of reddish/orange oxidisation. Diameter 64.5mm, weight 989g. Similar examples on this database at: SWYOR-21FE41, SUR-3212C4 and SUR-2D3E56. There is a possibility that this was once part of an agricultural rotary grinding mill used to crush chalk prior to spreading on farmland.
Created on: Thursday 16th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-51BEC6
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
32 pieces of Post Medieval cast lead Shot, from the period c: AD 1650 - 1800. Three pieces have impact marks, the rest are in an unused spherical condition showing casting seams and sprues. There are five different calibre's and their average measurements are as follows:- Quantity.     Average weight.    Diameter.  4.              23.77g.                16.17mm.  2.              14.17g.         &n…
Created on: Sunday 23rd October 2022
Last updated: Thursday 9th March 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-2A8882
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three different sized pieces of cast lead or lead alloy shot, dating to the Post Medieval period c: AD 1600 - 1800. The objects which are spherical in shape with a covering of a pale grey patina, were found in close proximty to one another. There are no marks on their surface to suggest they have used. Measurements:  Piece of Shot letter A; Diameter 15.0mm. and weight 19.9gm.                              B:               11.8mm.        …
Created on: Thursday 28th July 2022
Last updated: Monday 1st August 2022
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Record ID: PUBLIC-E27F22
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead capstan or 'bobbin' shot dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1800). The object is broadly hour-glass shaped, with a flattened top and bottom and a waisted cylindrical middle section. The patina is a patchy white and grey colour and the surface shows signs of wear and damage. These elongated forms of shot were designed to provide increased power. These types of shot have been discussed by Harding, D.F. (2012),Lead Shot of the English Civil War: A Radical Study, Foresight Books, London, pp.105-110. Bobbin shot provided increased power and are more c…
Created on: Sunday 13th March 2022
Last updated: Monday 16th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-91BB64
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Hampshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Lead shot which is 28mm in diameter and weighs 120 grams (~1/4 lb). The dating of 1642-1645 assumes this find dates to the Civil war as shot of this calibre would not have civilian use. There was significant activity in the area during the Civil war and Basing house is only about 2 miles away.
Created on: Tuesday 14th December 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 19th January 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Rotherwick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-3E793D
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy Shot ball for a muzzle loading firearm dating to the Post-Medieval period, c. AD 1600 - 1800. The object is spherical with a casting line around it's middle and a raised scar where it was cut away from it's casting sprue. It is in unused condition, the only small marks on its surface probably due to its movement in the ground caused by agricultural ground cultivation. Dimensions: Diameter 11.2mm and weight 7.8gm.
Created on: Monday 12th April 2021
Last updated: Monday 19th April 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-2A2108
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy Shot ball for a muzzle loading firearm, dating from the Post-Medieval period, c.AD 1600 - 1800. The object is spherical, has a diameter of 14.4mm and weighs 17.5gm. It has a pale grey patina on its surface and is in unused condition.
Created on: Sunday 11th April 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 21st April 2021
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Record ID: PUBLIC-978EC5
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete / unused piece of lead Shot probably for a Pistol, dating from AD 1600 - 1800. Diameter 12.91mm, and weighing 12.6gm.
Created on: Saturday 23rd May 2020
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-510EED
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast piece of Lead Shot which shows impact damage, dating to the Post-Medieval period AD 1600 - 1800. Probably for a Pistol, it has a diameter of 16.79mm, and weighs 23.70gm.
Created on: Friday 8th May 2020
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-A8CFD4
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy Shot ball for a muzzle loading firearm, dating to the Post-Medieval period, c:- AD 1600 - 1800. The object is spherical, has a diameter of 13.09mm, and weighs 11.5gm. It has a dark grey patina on its smooth surface and is in unused condition.
Created on: Saturday 18th April 2020
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-02DD85
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three lead alloy shots. One weighs 8.23g, diameter approx. 11.2mm. The metal is white in colour and is slightly pitted. 2 smaller ones weighing 8g and 5g, Dated Post Medieval
Created on: Tuesday 28th January 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 14th April 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F375A2
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two linked cast lead 'musket' balls of post medieval date. The balls are identically sized and are c.13.7 mm in diameter. They are connected by a round-sectioned c.6mm diameter central sprue and are presumably the central two balls from a set of four or more as the connecting sprue is present at the outer edges as well - the outer balls have been cut away. They are a light grey colour. Probably date from c1650 - 1800.
Created on: Monday 27th January 2020
Last updated: Wednesday 25th March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cadeby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F9FBE8
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). The shot is spherical in shape. It has no casting seams or casting sprues from the mould. It is a light cream colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Musket balls are discussed in Courtney's "Small Arms Accessories of the Mid-Seventeenth Century" (1988) and on page 202 of "Material Culture in London in an Age of Transition" by Geoff Egan (2005). Diameter 12.7mm Weight 12.57 grams
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F9E336
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). The shot is spherical in shape with an even surface. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a light cream colour with abraded powdery patinated surface Diameter 12.5mm Weight 11.25grams
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
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Record ID: PUBLIC-F9CF32
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of post medieval (1600-1800 AD). The shot is spherical in shape with an even surface. It has no casting seams or casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a light cream colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Musket balls are discussed in Courtney's "Small Arms Accessories of the Mid-Seventeenth Century" (1988) and on page 202 of "Material Culture in London in an Age of Transition" by Geoff Egan (2005). Diameter 13.2mm Weight 11.79 grams
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F9AA14
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead shot ball. Cast ball with stub of casting sprue; lightly patinated. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1600-1800 Diameter: 12.9mm, Weight: 12gms
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F999C1
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead musket ball. Cast ball with stub of casting sprue; lightly patinated, may suggest this to have been for use with a smoothbore muzzle loading firearm of military specification. Diameter: 12.5mm, Weight: 11.17g. Post-Medieval, 1600-1800
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Tuesday 10th January 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F97A9D
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead musket ball. Cast ball with stub of casting sprue; lightly patinated. The mass, at just under one ounce, may suggest this to have been for use with a smoothbore muzzle loading firearm of military specification. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1600-1800 Diameter: 15.8mm, Weight: 22.51gms
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-F961E0
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead musket ball. Cast ball with stub of casting sprue; lightly patinated. The mass, at just under one ounce, may suggest this to have been for use with a smoothbore muzzle loading firearm of military specification. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1600-1800 Diameter: 16mm, Weight: 23.3gms
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2019
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4026DF
Object type: SHOT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
One spherical lead alloy shot / ball of probable post medieval or early modern date (1600-1800 AD). The shot is spherical in shape with an even surface. It has no casting seams or casting sprues from the mould. There is no evidence of the shot having been fired. It is a light cream colour with abraded powdery patinated surface. Similar shot has been dated to the later post medieval period however the date range should extend into the early modern period as similar projectiles were used in firearms throughout this period. Musket balls are discussed in Courtney's "Small Arms Accessories…
Created on: Tuesday 19th November 2019
Last updated: Friday 20th November 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Carlton-le-Moorland', grid reference and parish protected.