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Description: | 14th century Medieval seal matrix. Length 25.63mm, weight 19.08 grams. Cast in copper alloy the die is circular with a cone shaped handle. The handle has six facets forming a hexagonal cross section. The handle terminates in a quatrefoil suspension loop with two moulded collars below. The handle is 7.02mm long, and the suspension loop measures 10.06mm wide by 4.67mm thick. The circular die has a diameter of 22.54mm. The die consists of a central motif of a hare holding a hunting bird, whilst riding a hound. The surrounding legend is enclosed within two beaded circles. The legend reads: *DE KE SU PETII POAYAR "of whom is to be carried/carrier". The legend associated with a hare and hound seal is usually a hunting cry, however that is not the case with this example. The seal matrix has a mid green patina and the surface is slightly pitted, however the face of the die is in good condition.
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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