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Description: | A Medieval lead seal matrix (13th - 14th century). The seal matrix is a pointed oval; traditionally these belonged to women and clerics. The reverse is flat with a raised rib; if there was originally a pierced lug it is no longer present. On the die the inscription reads "SIGNVM:SALVTIS". The central motif is a curvilinear pattern that comprises a diamond at the top with two curving lines beneath. Below this is a pair of ring and dots and in between these an elongated triangle extends to the bottom of the motif. There is a dot on both sides and one below this elongated triangle. There are two curved lines emerging from the outer edge of the ring and dot motif extending to the base of the elongated triangle. The inscription and motif are generic and not specific to an individual. The inscription is known from records within the public records office, Duchy of Lancaster Ancient Deeds. (Harvey and McGuinness 1996: 113-118). Dimensions: Length 30.62mm; Width 20.12mm; Thickness 4.55mm; Weight 11.31g Harvey, P.D.A. and McGuinness, A. 1996. A Guide to British Medieval Seals. University of Toronto. Buffalo, USA | Format: | text/html | License: | http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ | Publisher: | The Portable Antiquities Scheme | Rights holder: | The Portable Antiquities Scheme | Subjects: | archaeology | Temporal: | 1200
1500 | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://www.finds.org.uk/database/artefac... | Language: | en-GB | Format: | text/html | Go to resource |
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