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Description: | A copper alloy Medieval seal matrix dating from the 14th century. The matrix is circular with a faceted conical handle terminating in a trilobed knop with a triple collar. There is a suspension hole through the knop. The legend reads " * SOHOV SOHOV" and the central image is of a hawk taking a rabbit. This is a fairly common design on non-personal seals. Other examples are B467 in the catalogue of Durham Seals by Blair, and T752 in the Ctalogue of British Seal Dies in the British Museum by Tonnochy. 'Sohou' is a hunting call. See page 89 in Harvey and McGuiness for more information. The matrix is in good condition and has a smooth grey 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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SEAL MATRIX
An incomplete Medieval (c.1200-1500) copper…
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