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Description: | A cast lead seal matrix, which has been chip carved. The seal matrix is a pointed oval type. The die of the matrix is flat and oval in shape. On the reverse of the die there is a small rounded, pierced lug position at the 'top' of the matrix (the lug relates to the position of the initial mark - indicating the beginning of the legend; showing the user of the matrix which way around to hold the seal matrix). The die of the seal matrix is corroded and has lost much of its original surface. The die depicts a eight pointed, disjointed star. The initial mark, which is a star, is located at the 'top' of the seal matrix, in the arch of one of the oval's points. The legend appears to read (in Latin) *S' DE RI[C]I. BRATON . The C could be an A. A suggested translation is the 'seal of Richard Braton' or Richard of Braton. Apart from the damaged surface the seal matrix is complete, although slightly worn. The lead has gone a light whitish-grey colour.
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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