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Description: | A probable impersonal Post Medieval (16th to 17th centuries) seal matrix: The copper alloy matrix is a pyramid type, with an oval base. The reverse of the matrix has an oval sectioned stem which is waisted and terminates with a collar above which there is a wide, originally a trefoil with three circular perforations, but is now broken along the three and the break does appear to be recent. The device on the base of the matrix is possibly a four-legged animal, but this is not certain. The matrix measures 17.69mm long, and 14.92mm across the handle. It weighs 2.8g. The surface of the matrix is heavily abraded, has red copper corrosion and an incomplete mid green patina.The seal matrix dates to the Post Medieval period. The style of the device and nature of corrosion suggests a Post Medieval date; 16th to 17th centuries is likely. A similar seal matrix was recorded on the Portable Antiquities Scheme database from Bidford on Avon, Warwickshire (WAW-D54271).
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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