Photography is an essential tool in archaeology, not only for documenting finds but also for interpreting and preserving evidence. However, images often require some level of post-processing to enhance clarity, correct lighting issues, or reveal details that may not be immediately visible. Image manipulation software plays a crucial role in this process, allowing archaeologists to adjust images while maintaining the integrity of the data.
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A complete lead alloy button dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1500-1650). The button is circular in shape with a convex face and flat reverse. The face has moulded decoration of a central pellet [...]
A Roman copper alloy nummus of Constantine II (AD 317-337) dating to the period AD 323 (Reece Period 16). BEATA TRAN-QVILLITAS reverse type depicting globe on altar inscribed VOT//IS/XX with three stars above. Mint of Trier. RIC Vol. VII (p.200) No.412 [...]
A Medieval French copper alloy jetton of the four fleurs de lys in a lozenge type dating to AD 1488-97. Mint of Tournai. Mitchiner 1988, page 208, number 589.Obverse description: Four fleurs in a lozenge: within an arched [...]
A Medieval French stock Jetton dating to AD 1415-1497.Obverse: Crown with groups of pellets in field.Reverse: AMOVRS TOV SVI A VOVS SI, tripple-voided cross fleuretty within a double tressure of four arches. In the centre of the [...]
A medieval silver shortcross penny of Henry II (1154-1189), class 1b dating c. 1180-1185. Moneyer Reinald of Northampton mint. North (1994), p. 220 no: 963. [...]
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A complete cast copper alloy scabbard chape dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1500-1700).The chape is made of a sheet folded into a conical tube, oepn at one end and forming a pointed [...]
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An incomplete copper alloy Colchester Derivative, Polden Hill type brooch dating to the Roman period (c. AD 75-175). The object has complete wings with wing caps and moulded double linear decoration half way along each wing. [...]
An Roman copper-alloy nummus of Valens, dating to c. AD 367 - 375. Reece Period 19. SECVRITAS REIPVBLICAE, reverse type shows Victory advancing left holding a wreath. Mint uncertain.Diameter: 18.38 mmWeight: 1.87 g [...]
An incomplete cast copper alloy cloisonne enamel lugged disc brooch (Weetch type 20A), of the late early-medieval period dating c.AD 1000-1100.The brooch is bent and damaged with the enamel design incomplete and crushed. It comprises a [...]
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of Magnentius dating to AD 351 - 353 (Reece period 18). VICTORIAE DD NN AVG ET CAES reverse showing two Victories supporting a wreath inscribed VOT V MVLT X. Mint of Ambianum.RIC VIII [...]
An incomplete medieval copper alloy single loop composite buckle dating c. 1350-1450Only the frame and forked spacers survive, the pin and plate are missing. The frame is circular with a notched pin rest. The frame is bevelled [...]
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An incomplete Roman copper alloy brooch of Colchester Derivative Harlow type dating c. 50-80. The brooch is missing the spring and pin. It has a semi-cylindrical head with incomplete and worn short wings and a double pierced lug to [...]
An incomplete copper alloy Colchester Derivative, Polden Hill type brooch dating to the Roman period (c. AD 75-175). The object has complete wings with wing caps and double linear decoration half way along and at [...]
A Roman copper-alloy nummus of Constantine I, dating to c.AD 320. Reece Period 16. VIRTVS EXERCIT, reverse type shows Military standard with drapery marked VOT/XX; on either side, seated captive. Mint of Arelate.RIC VII Arelate 205 Diameter: [...]
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