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Description: | Two lead weights of probable medieval to post-medieval date.These two pieces were found in the same field and are clearly related in terms of date and function. Both are crudely made sub-hexagonal discs which have been cut from a sheet of lead. Both weights have linear markings in the surfaces, but these appear unintentional, probably the result of vegetation being caught in the original sheet casting.The first weight (no. 07/39 - 102) measures 29mm in diameter and 3.8mm thick, the other (no. 07/39 - 103) is 28mm in diameter and also 3.8mm thick. 102 weighs 22.3g and 103 is 23.4g. Allowing for corrosion and subsequent loss of weight, it seems likely that both pieces were originally one ounce weights.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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