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Description: | Medieval lead seal matrix 29.3mm in diameter and weighing 14.05g. It is very worn and the surface cracked.
The matrix depicts four leaves in the shape of an X with a dot in each resulting quadrant. Around is the legend S'WALTRIGODhyn(e).
On the reverse is a pierced (1.9mm diameter) triangular lug behind the top of the matrix, around which is an intricate ribbed curlicue design. Two large curlicues encircle each side while two smaller extend from the end of the pierced lug.
13th/ early 14th century. Inscription: S'WALTRIGODhyn(e) | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Creator: | Hinds, Katie - Portable Antiquities Scheme | Identifier: | http://www.findsdatabase.org.uk/hms/pas_... | Language: | en-GB | Go to resource |
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