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Description: | Lead seal matrix. Cast lentoid or vesica shaped matrix with a rounded lug on the back set at one end of a relief floral motif featuring a central stalk with down-curled leaves, a pair of leaves curled up to form a heart shape, and with a three-lobed leaf or flower. The matrix bears a central device of a six pointed star and the legend + S : RICARD -VAE, the seal of Richard ---?. Now bent, which made the obtaining of a clear impression difficult. Suggested date: Medieval, 1250-1350.Length (as found): 29.6mm, Width: 18.6mm, Thickness (clear of lug): 3.2mm, Weight: 12.40gms.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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