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Description: | Medieval seal matrix. The matrix is flat with a large, triangular pierced lug arranged longitudinally on the reverse. At either end of the base of the triangular lug, the lug has an upward curving terminal, each of which tapers longitudinally. The reverse is otherwise flat and undecorated.The central motif comprises an engraved image of the Virgin and Child beneath an elaborate architectural canopy. The Virgin is offering her breast to the infant Jesus and they appear to be surrounded by rays of light. To each side of the niche are placed the Virgin's symbol of the lily pot. The legend reads SIGILLUM OFFICII PRIORIS DE PULLA (The official seal of the Priory of Pill), and is punctuated by sprigs of foliage. The Priory of Pill, near Milford Haven in Pembrokeshire was dedicated to the Virgin and St Budoc. There is also a border of oblique transverse grooves above and below the legend, although the inner border is divided by the architectural canopy.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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