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Description: | A medieval cast copper-alloy seal matrix. This flat matrix is circular with a diameter of 22.91and is 3.19mm thick. There is a worn projection at the top of the matrix, where a suspension loop would have been positioned. The matrix is in good condition, with a left facing stag bordered by a circle and the legend +DEVM-IMGEAMA. The DEVM relates to God, however the meaning of the remaining inscription is uncertain - possibly is a degraded form of 'DEVM TIME ET AMA'. The reverse of the matrix is plain and undecorated. It has a dull light green-grey patina. The seal is probably of 14th century date.
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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