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Description: | A complete lead or lead alloy pyramid standing weight, of probable Medieval dating (14th to Mid 16th Centuries AD).The weight is sub circular in plan, and sub triangular in profile. The width of the weight increases from the base (maximum) to the top (minimum width). A vertical suspension hole runs the length of the weight. The base of the weight is sub circular in plan, with the suspension hole located off centre. The surface of the weight is rough and undecorated.The weight measures 37.8 mm tall, 31.2 mm diameter at the base, 11.5 mm diameter at the top. The suspension hole has an internal diameter of 2.2 mm at the top and 5.0 mm at the base. It weighs 206.0 g (7.27 oz).The weight is a light grey colour with an even surface patina.Weights can be hard to date due to being a functional artefact, forms and styles do not alter significantly over time. However the weight is similar to several examples #68, 70 and 71, published by Biggs and Withers in 2000 (pp31-33), believed to be Medieval in dating.Reference:Biggs, N. & Withers, P. 2000 Lead Weights: The David Rogers Collection. Llanfyllin: English Weights Series 6.
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