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Description: | A cast copper-alloy personal seal matrix of medieval date (c. 14th century AD). The matrix is of pointed oval shape, with a central longitudinal ridge on the reverse that terminates in a semi-circular suspension loop with a step down to the ridge (Max. Th.: 9.1mm). The die features a central motif surrounded by a personal legend; both are surrounded by beaded borders. The legend reads: '* S' MAThEI DE hA?CC?hE ('Seal of Matthew of ?Hacche'). The central device depicts a well-rendered, jessed hawk, perching (left on the die) on a gloved hand. For this 'noble' motif see also record DENO-5430E0 on this database. There is a fleur-de-lis above the bird. The feathers are well defined through incisions on the wings and pellets on the body. The tail feathers penetrate the border. This matrix is now slightly abraded and an even black patina. It features numerous longitudinal scratches on its upper surface but otherwise survives very well.
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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