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Description: | This circular lead seal matrix is probably medieval in date (circa 13/14th century) and depicts four ears of grain arranged as a central cross with oblong pellets to each quadrant or perhaps, a saltire cross superimposed over the main cross. (In one form or another, the eight pointed emblematic cross, perhaps a flower, is common to a very high percentage of seals of this date and style) The reverse has what might be a stylised plant, central to the suspension loop, which is broken.The inscription appears to be Lombardic in style and may have the following letters - SIGI DV VON. There is also a further ear of grain to the rim, separating the legend. The seal has eroded around the edges and is heavily oxidised with a light brown patina.
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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