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Description: | A Medieval cast copper alloy seal matrix, dating from the 13th or 14th Century. It is 20.69mm long, 17.54mm wide, 16.14mm thick and weighs 6.8gm. The seal matrix has a conical handle that is hexagonally faceted, it has an integral circular terminal with a perforation that is 2.03mm in diameter.The circular die has a central motif of a hare above an arrow or crossbow bolt. The inscription reads: "ALAS BOWELES" which is believed to be a hunting cry. A small section of the edge is missing above the W and the first E. Compare LON-CEB577 which has the same legend, but a different design.
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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