Record ID: WMID-B7252D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead alloy conical hanging weight of uncertain dating, most probably of Roman to Early Medieval dating (AD 43 to 1100). The weight has rough tapered sides that widen to a flat circular base. It has a circular perforation going through the object, which is filled with organic material. It has a diameter of 5.7mm. The object has a light cream /brown coloured surface patina with an abraded external surface.   The object measures 21mm in diameter and a height of 19mm. It weighs 40.3 grams. The weight converts to 1.5 unica in the Roman system and 5.0 …
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 22nd February 2024
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Record ID: NMS-A68C73
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Possible weight, of sub-square plan with radiused corners, it appears that the straight sides have been hammered as the edges expand, an off-centre, sub rectangular perforation has been punched through the weight, four deeply punched flower/sun motifs decorate one face, each stamp has a central, circular element with eleven radiating “petals” or “rays”. Possibly an unofficial ¼ oz weight, maybe the stamps are an attempt to legitimise/make official its use, denote a certain unit(s) of weight, or are simply decorative. Medieval to Post Medieval, 1066-1900 AD.
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 29th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Holt', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: DEV-A4EA59
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead conical weight probably dating to c. AD 1400-1600. This is a conical weight with a circular flat base with a pointed apex. The weight is solid with no hollow cavity and the suspension loop that would have held the weight has broken off. Measurements: 49 mm in length, 33 mm in width at the widest point and 151.25 g in weight.      Similar seen: LANCUM-6E144E and LANCUM-E3C768
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: DEV-A47CF1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead weight of unknown date, probably early medieval to post-medieval c. AD 850-1800. The weight has a spherical body with a flattened base. The body tapers slightly towards the top and a lug to suspend the weight. Measurements: 40mm in length including the lug, 32mm for diameter of the spherical body and 209.43g in weight.
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 14th March 2024
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Record ID: OXON-A3EEEF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead -alloy spindle whorl or weight, of unknown date. This is plano-convex in shape, with a moulded circular aperture slightly off-centre measuring c. 7.20mm in diameter.  The surface of the spindle whorl is covered entirely in a matte dark grey patina, with white specks especially on the flat bottom. The whorl has a maximum diameter of 28.37mm and of height 11.78mm and weighs 44.91 grams. The shape conforms to Walton Rogers form A1. Dating is not straightforward since spinning using spindle whorls spanned the Iron Age, Roman, Early Medieval, Medieval…
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
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Record ID: OXON-A3C5F5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight dating from the Medieval to Post Medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is conical in shape with an irregular rounded base. A rounded perforation runs vertically through the centre of the object. It is undecorated and has a mid-grey patina. The weight is 21.41mm in length and 24.05mm x 21.57mm in diameter at the base and weighs 51.00 grams. The exact function and date of the object is uncertain. Weights such as these that were found outside of archaeological contexts are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous fro…
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Friday 15th March 2024
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Record ID: WAW-A306EF
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Post-Medieval copper alloy cup weight, probably for 2 oz avoirdupois. It is circular in plan and trapezoidal in vertical section.  It measures 35.4 mm in diameter at the top and 29 mm at the base. The wall thickness is c.8.5 mm and the height is 25 mm. The object weighs 59.6 g (2.1 oz).  It has a flat horizontal rim and a flat exterior base.  It is cast and turned on a lathe; there is a lathe centring point on the flat interior base.  There is some indication of file marks on the edge of the base. The rim has a turned incised line about 1 …
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 18th April 2024
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Record ID: BH-90C396
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete Medieval to Post Medieval lead weight or spindle whorl dating c.AD 1200-1700. The object is circular and D-shape in cross-section, with a slightly rounded face and flat reverse, and rounded outer edges and a bevelled inside edge around the circular hole (15.6mm diameter) at the centre. The object is undecorated and has a mottled light grey and dark grey patina. The object measures 47.3mm long, 46.7mm wide, 7.7mm thickness and weighs 78.54 grams. Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 9th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8FA51D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy trade weight dating to the post medieval to modern period, c.AD 1780-1820. The weight is circular in shape with a raised rim and recessed centre. There are two incised concentric circle in the centre. At 12 o'clock is a crowned GR. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The object has a dark green patina. It measures 25.37mm in diameter, 4.39mm in thickness and 13.19g in weight. Biggs comments that the crowned initials GR are found on provincial weights and indicate the place in which they were made or verified. Biggs also notes that these in…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
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Record ID: DUR-8E2D46
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Darlington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unidentified lead alloy object, probably a weight dating to the late medieval or early post medieval period (c.AD1400-1750. The object is a quarter of an elipsoid (Quarter of an elongated sphere) giving it a shield shaped plan. One radius is slightly longer (13.4mm) than the other (8.8mm). There is a design on the curved surface formed by a series of raised ridges. There is a central raised ridge from which four pairs of ribs radiate and connect with an outer shield motif. Weight: 4.63g, Length:13.4mm, Width:18.8mm, Height: 8.8mm. The shield motif on the object appears…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-79C0E7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead object, probably a weight dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1500-1800). The object is circular with a flat edge and faces. One face presents three stamped circular, serrated motifs with a pellet in the centre. One stamp is in the centre with the other two angled to the side. The reverse is flat and undecorated. The object has a light grey / cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 30.4mm; thickness 8mm; weight 58.35g
Created on: Monday 29th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-79A59D
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Denbighshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c.AD 1200-1700). The object is circular and roughly flat. Both faces present a worn and bumpy surface and it is unclear if they were decorated. In the centre is small roughly circular perforation measuring 6.8mm in diameter. The object has a light cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 30mm; thickness 5.5mm; weight 25.01g Weights found outside of secure archaeological contexts such as these are difficult to date because their use and style remains continuous from the Roman period onwards. Most e…
Created on: Monday 29th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: PUBLIC-625ED7
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead oval 14.1g (half ounce) weight of uncertain date, probably dating to the late Medieval to Post-Medieval period. Oval in plan with a flat base, sloping sides and a flat top. There is a very worn moulded depiction of a cross on the top. The surface displays a light buff colour. Length 19mm, width 16.2mm, height 7.1mm, weight 14.1g. Broadly similar examples on this database at: BERK-74A72A, LVPL-29CD5Eand NMS-5FA169.
Created on: Sunday 28th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-61BD9C
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead conical, pierced, free-standing 97.6g (3.4 oz) weight of uncertain date, but probably late Medieval to Post-Medieval period. Sub-circular flat base with sloping sides up to a pointed apex, with a 4.8mm central piercing. The surface has many dents and gouges and displays a light grey colour. Base diameter 30.8mm, height 27.8mm, weight 97.6g. Similar examples on this database at: LVPL-EAD479, SWYOR-192355 and LVPL-71F985.
Created on: Sunday 28th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4DB9A2
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A circular lead 70.1g (2.48 oz) weight of uncertain date, but probably late Medieval to Post-Medieval. Circular and flat with no markings. The surface displays a light buff colour. Diameter 30.4mm, thickness 8.9mm, weight 70.1g. Similar examples on this database at: BERK-DF3612, WAW-BA2659 and LEIC-85C8F6.
Created on: Saturday 27th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-3785CD
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead weight or gaming piece dating from the early medieval to the medieval period to c.AD 800-1500 The object is pyramidical with a flat reverse and a central circular hole that runs through from the top to the bottom. Undecorated. Light grey-ish cream patina. Length: 14.9 mm; Diameter: 19.4 mm; Weight: 18.84g Other ref: 72
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-377139
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval weight dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is annular and sub-rectangular in cross-section, with rounded sides and a flat reverse. Central circular hole. Undecorated. Light grey-ish cream patina. Diameter: 26.05 mm; Thickness: 9.62 mm; Weight: 23.7g Other ref: 68
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-3763F1
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval weight or spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is annular and sub-rectangular in cross-section, with rounded sides and a flat top and reverse. Central circular hole. Undecorated. Light grey-ish cream patina. Diameter: 21.2 mm; Thickness: 6.98 mm; Weight: 18.06g Other ref: 66
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-268E02
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy weight dating from the medieval to post medieval period, c.AD 1200-1700. The object is cylindrical in shape with slightly tapered parallel edges. A rounded perforation runs vertically through the centre of the object. The end of this perforation found on the narrower end of the weight expands in size and shape to form a broad roughly teardrop shape. The weight is undecorated. The weight has a dark cream patina. It measures 9.57mm in height, 10.06mm in diameter at its broadest and weighs 4.34g.  Weights found outside of secure archaeological …
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
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Record ID: ESS-117AC5
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy 1.84 ounce trade weight, of the stacking cup type, of post-medieval date (c.1660-1830). Description: The object is circular in plan and dished in profile with raised edges and flat bottom. There is a central dimple, or recess, on both sides showing the object was lathe-turned. There are four marks on the face: A crowned G at 3 o'clock, signifying George I-IV.  A  Roman majuscule seriffed "A", with a series of impressed squares at 9 o'clock. A sword, at 12 o'clock, for St…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
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