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Two fragments of medieval tiles and two pieces of moulded stonework found on 9th August 2017 during works carried out to replace plaster on walls in cloister court. Tiles are possibly from the later part of the nunnery era of the College site, so late 15th century.

Small iron-bound chest, possibly the college's first secure receptacle for money.

Small metal bell, possible from a sheep collar.

Four deep picture frames containing numerous plaster cast medallions showing classical images, scenes and figures. Each medallion appears to be numbered, the numbers, presumably, once relating to a list. Historic photographs suggest that at one time these hung in the SCR.

Blue, red and white glazed tiles from a fireplace removed from 48 New Square during building works in 2018.

Three copper saucepan lids (?) that would have been used in the College kitchens. Each engraved with either Jesus College Cambridge or Jesus College kitchen. Graduated sizes - 15cm, 18.5cm and 19.5cm diameters.

Linen napkin formerly owned by G. W. Hayes (1885). Name written on napkin.

Engraved on tankard shows winning scores against Kings', Trinity Etonians, Pembroke and Trinity Harrovians. Names of Jesus team listed on reverse show R. S. Hobson, W. J. Cruikshank, T. T. N. Perkins, A. Finch, A. J. Fernie, J. H. P. Fraser, F. R. Wilberforce, R. H. Foy, N. C. Cooper, P. A. Fryer and A. B. Carter.

Prize tankard awarded to John D. Katinakis for coming 2nd in 120 yard hurdles.

Small metal handle, possibly from gardening or kitchen equipment.

Blue fabric covered box with bone toggles enclosing two metal and ivory stamps, bars of sealing wax and a packet of Maid Marian matches.

Three sheets of card onto which are glued 135 replica wax seals depicting seals of various dates, possibly a teaching aid.

Seal stamp on wooden handle, possibly used to seal official letters as too small for sealing documents.

Part of the Chapel clock’s winding mechanism called a sun and moon maintainer. Maintaining power allows a clock to keep power supplied to it, whilst the barrel with the driving weight is being wound back up.

Bunches of keys in box stating 'from muniment room desk'. Labels on bunches of keys indicate they were used to open metal boxes used to store documents. Makers of keys include Hobbs & Co London, Yale and Belfry Brand.

Formerly housed JCHR/5/4/3

Two small round pieces of metal, possibly nail heads.

Wooden base made to display the Benin Bronze cockerel which was donated to the College in 1905 by George William Neville. Metal plaque on the front with a Latin inscription, translates as: “Georges William Neville gave to Jesus College this emblem of its founder which he himself had brought back from the ancient city of the Benins in Western Africa captured by the British forces in 1897.”

College crested globular ashtray with brass top. Further stamp on the bottom of the object suggests that it was marketed by Bacon Brothers, Cambridge est 1805

Floor mat in Jesus College colours

Copper and tin lined jelly mould inscribed with Jes Coll Kit. Design on mould is rounded conical shape, with six half pear shapes to side topped with nipple shape.

Metal stamp which leaves impression of 'Jesus College, Cambridge' on paper.

One pewter plate with the College crest made by Roundhead Pewter

Small wooden plaque painted with the College crest. Also larger wooden plaque painted with Cambridge University crest.

Copper and tin lined jelly mould inscribed with Jesus Coll and mould design number 583. Design on top of mould shows cross with lion, crown and swag imposed on top.

Copper and tin lined jelly mould inscribed with Coll. Jes. Cant and mould design number 359. Design on mould is round with eight pillars topped with cross shapes.

College crested globular ashtray. Further stamp on the bottom of the object suggests that it was marketed by Bacon Brothers, Cambridge est 1805. Belonged to Wilfred Denys Pawson (M.1925)

Black gown with black and white hood. Formerly property of John Wille (1927).

College tie with small crests in black stripes formerly belonging to Hans Renold (1929-1932).

Wooden box with handle containing hand printing equipment and gauze screen. Includes ink roller and unidentified menu printed 1972, possibly the last thing made using the equipment.

Small metal and enamelled College badge formerly belonging to Hans Renold (1929-32).

Silver, with College crest on one side and black and red stripes on the other.

White cloth scarf with red and black stripes. Possibly Boat Club

Summer blazer of the Amalgamated Club. White with narrow red and black stripes. Black cock on a red ball over gold crown, with red letters J.C.A.C. under on the breast pocket. Brass buttons. Formerly property of D.F.L. Mills (adm. 1924)

Leather top hat box with red silk interior. Known to have been used to store Head Porter's top hat c. 1990 - 2018. With initials F. P. painted on outside.

Embroidered College Crest on blazer pocket formerly belonging to Hans Renold (1929-1932).

Green metal box containing envelopes of paper letters and numbers used to stick on box to identify classmarks.

Used in Hull pageant 1936

Repurposed Victorian medal awarded to Terrence P. Tiller in 1936 for English Verse.