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Description: | A medieval, cast copper alloy seal matrix of the pointed oval (Vesica) type, dating from 1200-1400AD . It has a central device of a bird, which is best viewed with the top of the seal impression to the right. It shows the bird in a natural pose facing right, carrying in its beak a stick, which curves above the head and ends in a spray of leaves, possibly a fern or a palm. This is contained within an incised oval. The start of the surrounding legend is indicated by a cross. On the die, the inscription reads "SIGNVM:SALVTIS". There is a rectangular stiffening rib on the reverse with a suspension loop which is broken, at one end. The seal is in good condition and has a light brown patina.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). BERK-A86477 on this database also bears the inscription SIGNVM:SALVTIS but differs in material and the image within the border.
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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