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Description: | A copper alloy Medieval seal matrix. The matrix is a flat-back type, which has a circular base. The reverse of the matrix has an integral perforated lug at one edge which has a rectangular shaped ridge protruding to the centre of the matrix. The underside of the matrix has a legend and central device with a beaded line dividing the two. The legend starts with a star and reads 'WAKE ME NO MAN'. The device is a sleeping lion. The matrix measures 19.49mm diameter and 7.58. It weighs 4.1g. The surface of the matrix has a mid grey/green patina.It is an impersonal matrix. The matrix probably dates to the first half of the 14th century. From the early 13th century round seal matrices are becoming smaller, c. 3cm diameter, and have a line separating the legend and device (Harvey, P.D.A. and McGuinness, A. 1996 A Guide to British Medieval Seals British Library and Public Record Office, p. 79). Post 1300 seal matrices again become smaller, measuring 1 to 1.5cm with designs becoming more elaborate (ibid p. 88).
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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