Cumbria’s dramatic landscapes are the product of a 500-million-year geological saga, punctuated by mountain-building, volcanic upheaval, Limestone burial, tectonic extension Read more
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The transformation of North Derbyshire from 50AD to the present is a fascinating journey through time, reflecting broader historical shifts in Britain. Initially, during the Roman conquest of Britain, Derbyshire fell under the influence of the Roman Empire, becoming part of the province of Flavia Cæsariensis. The Romans left a lasting legacy, including roads and fortifications that shaped the region's development. After the fall of the Roman Empire, the area saw a period of Saxon influence, which is evident in place names and the establishment of local governance systems.
The medieval era brought significant changes with the rise of the feudal system and the establishment of manorial estates, many of which have left their mark on the landscape in the form of castles and churches. The Industrial Revolution was a turning point for Derbyshire, with the county becoming a hub for innovation, particularly in the textile industry. The construction of the world's first water-powered cotton spinning mill at Cromford by Richard Arkwright marked Derbyshire as a leader in industrial development.
The 19th and 20th centuries saw the expansion of coal mining and the growth of engineering industries, transforming the economy and society of North Derbyshire. The population grew, and urban areas expanded, leading to the development of infrastructure such as railways and public services. However, the latter part of the 20th century witnessed the decline of traditional industries, prompting a shift towards a more diversified economy, including tourism, with the Peak District becoming the first national park in the UK.
Today, North Derbyshire balances its rich heritage with modernity, preserving historical sites like Chatsworth House while fostering contemporary arts, culture, and technology.
Silver coin. Voided long cross cut halfpenny, possibly clipped to serve as a farthing given its size and weight, class 3b issue of 1248-1250, probably moneyer Henri at London mintObverse description: facing bust no sceptre, [...]
Silver coin. Voided long cross cut halfpenny, probably of Henry III (1216-1272), probably moneyer Renaud at London mint, class 5g issue of 1258-1265Obverse description: facing bust with sceptre left, hair includes at least one neat [...]
Copper alloy bar mount. Small cast D-section mount with a spherical centre flanked by a pair of plain rounded lobes which served as fixing points: one retains a rivet of length 3.3mm and diameter 1.4mm. [...]
Copper alloy buckle pin. Probably cast pin, tapered towards its either end and curled to engage a frame [lost save for a relict scrap) at its inner end. Suggested date: Medieval, 1250-1400Length: 34.2mm, Width: 6.2mm, [...]
Copper alloy bar mount. Small cast rectangular plate with shallow gutters flanking a plain central field, and with a series of six moulded pellets along one long edge - probably on both edges though now [...]
Copper alloy vessel fragment. Cast cauldron leg of a simple U-shaped form, diminishing in its thickness towards a basal rounded end. The leg retains part of the curved inner surface of the vessel at its [...]
Copper alloy spur fragment. Terminal from the arm of a cast spur side of D-section with a single circular loop at its end. The spur side appears to have had a curving down-swing and is [...]
A fragment of an early Neolithic flint flaked axehead or pick dating to c. 4000-2500 BC and struck from a heavily patinated dark grey flint. The remaining portion comprises the distal end and is 56.9mm in length and 39.7mm [...]
Roman lead or lead-alloy miniature votive axehead. Viewed from the side, it is oblong (two broadly straight long edges between two much shorter rounded ends) and narrows moderately from the butt end to the ‘working’ end. [...]
An incomplete silver Penny of Edward III (AD 1327-1377). Pre-Treaty, series G, sub type g. Long cross revere with three pellets in each quadrant. Initial cross 3. Durham mint. AD 1356-1361. Diameter: 19.29mm, Thickness: 0.63mm, [...]
A complete silver Penny of Edward I (AD 1272-1307). Class 10cf2. Long cross reverse with three pellets in each quadrant. London mint. AD 1306-1307.Diameter: 18.00mm, Thickness: 0.73mm, Weight: 1.4gNorth Vol II, P 32, No 1041. [...]
An incomplete copper alloy contemporary copy of a nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period AD 330-335 (Reece period 17). The coin mules a CONSTANTINOPOLIS reverse type depicting Victory left on prow [...]
A complete copper alloy Sestertius or Dupondius of Unclear Emperor (AD 43-250). Unclear reverse type depicting a standing figure left with arm outstretched. Probably mint of Rome.Diameter: 30.46mm, Weight: 17.9g [...]
An incomplete silver Penny of Charles I (AD 1625-1649). Group D. Rounded garnished shield reverse. Two pellets. London mint. Diameter: 14.23mm, Thickness: 0.49mm, Weight: 0.4gThe coin is missing minor portions of its outer flan.North Vol II, P 163, [...]
Tertiary semi-hard hammer struck flake, irregular damage to the thin edges, snapped at the distal end by a transverse bending fracture. Unpatinated dark brown/black flint. Neolithic to Early Bronze Age, c.4,000 to 1,500 BC. [...]
A complete silver cut Halfpenny of Henry III (AD 1216-1272). Class Va-b. Voided long cross reverse with three pellets in each quadrant. Minted by unclear moneyer in Canterbury. AD 1250-1256Length: 15.68mm, Width: 7.35mm, Thickness: 0.71mm, Weight: 0.3gNorth Vol [...]
An incomplete copper alloy nummus of the House of Valentinian dating to the period AD 364-368. Reece Period 19. GLORIA ROMANORVM reverse type depicting the Emperor advancing right, holding standard and dragging captive. Mint of [...]
A complete copy alloy nummus of the House of Constantine dating to the period AD 330-337. Reece period 17. GLORIA EXERCITVS reverse depicting two soldiers with one standard. Unclear mintDiameter: 15.77mm, Weight: 1.1gThe coin is missing portions of its outer [...]
An Unidentified lead alloy object of probable Post-Medieval to Modern date (AD 1700-1900). The metal is sub-triangular in plan and sub-rectangular in section. the upper edge is flattened and tapers to a rounded point. The [...]
An incomplete copper alloy Buckle Plate of Medieval date (AD 1250-1400). The object is composed of a single sub rectangular plate with a notch at one (short) end and a circular perforation and notch at the [...]
