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Collections > Archaeology
See objects up to 6,000 years old which have been found in digs in County Durham - cup and ring marked stones, a Bronze Age hoard and graffiti from Binchester Roman fort.
Carved Relief
'The Harrowing of Hell' is an incomplete section of a 15th century carved altar screen showing scenes of 'The Passion and Death of Christ'. It is divided into 3... view details
Spoon
This small spoon was found during excavations of the Roman Fort at Piercebridge. The spoon is quite decorative, with a shaped handle which has been broken. view details
Palstave
A bronze axehead from the middle to late Bronze Age. There are flanges on the sides connected to the bar/stop on both faces, to help attach it to the shaft. view details
Macehead
This macehead was probably never used as a practical tool, as it was more likely kept as a symbol of importance and power. view details
Pot Boiler
This stone was used to heat water in Prehistoric times. As there were no containers in which water could be heated directly, stones were taken from the fire and... view details
Iron Stud
This stud, made of iron, is part of the Founders collection. It is not known where it is from. view details
Fitting
A fitting, for furniture perhaps, from France. It is part of the original Founders collection. view details
Fragment of Fitting
Part of a fitting, probably for furniture. From France, it is part of the original Founders collection. view details
Fitting
Furniture fitting from France. It is part of the original Founders collection. view details
Samian Pot and Flint
A small fragment of samian pottery and a piece of flint. These are part of the Founders collection. view details