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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.
Bone Needle
Roman needle excavated from Piercebridge Roman Fort. It is made of bone. view details
Spindle Whorl
Lead spindle whorl, excavated from Thrislington. It has some faded decoration on one surface. view details
Spindle Whorl
Lead spindle whorl, excavated from Thrislington. This weight was used in medieval times. view details
Small Buckle
Small medieval buckle and pin. It was found at Thrislington during archaeological excavations. view details
Instrument Peg
Bone peg from a medieval instrument. Excavated from Thrislington. view details
Small Buckle
Small medieval buckle, excavated from Thrislington. view details
Birds Buckle
Decorative 'birds buckle' found at Thrislington. This is made of metal and dates to Medieval times. view details
Pendant Mount
This medieval shell-shaped pendant mount was excavated from Thrislington. It has some faint line decoraction and holes for attachment. view details
Boss
This small metal boss may have been applied as decoration to a belt. view details
