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Description: | A complete copper-alloy seal matrix, with a circular die and a hexagonal cross-sectioned handle with a suspension loop at its terminal, the matrix resembles a 'chess pawn' in shape. It measures 20.5mm in height and the handle is c4mm in width. The circular die is 17.1mm in diameter. In the centre of the die there is a side profile running stag facing right, this is likely to represent a hunting scene of some kind. The boarder inscription begins with a six pointed star and reads ALAS R(?)OWELS, this is likely to be a hunting cry. This seal matrix is therefore annoymous as it does not have the name of an individual inscribed onto it. It is medieval and most likely to be 14th century in date. | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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