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Description: | Cast copper alloy seal matrix length 15mm, width 18mm, height 21mm, weight 6.14g. Hexagonal seal matrix with a hexagonal handle protruding from the rear in the centre. The stem of the handle rapidly narrows from the back of the seal forming a narrow stem the end of which terminates in hexagonal suspension loop that has a double collar at the base. The seal has two interlacing triangles in the same style as the Star of David or Seal of Solomon. There is a symbol in between each of the points, these maybe letters. In the centre of the star is a face of a human face The artefact has a dark green patina, which is its original surface and is in good condition although there is some slight damage to edges of the matrix. Slight ware around the attachment loop. This artefact dates to the 14th century.
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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