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Description: | An incomplete Medieval cast copper-alloy conical pendant seal matrix with a circular die and no inscription (c. 1300-c. 1400).The handle is hexagonal in cross-section and tapers from the die towards a sub-triangular suspension loop with a circular perforation. There is no collar beneath the loop.The die, which has a beaded border, has probably been engraved and depicts a bird pecking or attacking an owl. Viewing an impression, the long-tailed bird right has folded wings and is pecking the head of the owl. The owl is facing right with its head forwards and has a prominent claw. There is an incomplete beaded border close to the outer edge.The die is corroded and bright green and the handle has patches of a shiny dark green patina. A small portion of the die, including the beaded border, is missing at the edges.Height: 17.9mm; diameter of die: 15.1mm. Weight: 3.83g.
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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