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Description: | An impersonal Medieval seal matrix. The matrix is a flat-back type, made from cast copper alloy and then it has been engraved. In plan the matrix is circular. The reverse of the matrix has an incomplete perforated lug. The break may be recent as it is corroded but has no patina. The underside of the matrix has a legend and central device. The device is of a crude lamb holding a flag. The legend is illegible but some matrices with this lamb and flag device read 'ECCE AGNVS DEI' which translates as 'Behold the Lamb of God'. The matrix measures 21.04mm diameter. It weighs 4.9g. The surface of the matrix has a well developed incomplete dark green patina. The seal matrix dates to the Medieval period, probably 14th centuries. After c. 1300 smaller impersonal circular based seal matrices are more common (Harvey, P.D.A. and McGuinness, A. 1996 A Guide to British Medieval Seals British Library and Public Record Office, p. 88-89).
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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