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Description: | A complete copper alloy medieval seal matix. It is oval in shape with a circular suspension loop to one end on the reverse. The other face bears the inscription *FRANGE LEGE TEGE (break, read, conceal) around the outside with a large-jawed fish (resembling a pike) in the centre, separated from the legend by a groove. It survives in excellent condition, with a shiny green patina.The pointed oval became a common style of matrix during the 13th century, especially for women (Harvey & McGuiness 1996, p.80). During this period legends were also usually personalised (ibid.). Anonymous seals with common generic legends such as this one, became more common towards the end of this century, and took over from the personlised form during the 14th century (ibid. pp.87-8).Length: 23.65mm, width: 15.77mm, thickness: 6.00mm, weight: 3.16g
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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