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Description: | An incomplete copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix, of Late Medieval to Early Post Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1600).The body of the matrix consists of a pedestal, created from a conical tapering column. The suspension loop is incomplete. No orientation marks are present around the base of the matrix.The die or seal face is sub oval in shape, measuring 12.8 mm long by 11.5 mm..The die / seal face is complete. The die is crudely cut. The central device depicts an anchor with a heart superimposed onto the handle.The matrix measures 15.1 mm in height, the base measures 12.8 mm by 11.5 mm. The top of the pedestal is 7.0 mm wide and 3.5 mm thick. It weighs 2.9 grams.The matrix is a dark brown colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail.
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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