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Description: | A lead medieval personal seal matrix dating to the period c. AD 1200 - 1440. The seal matrix is circular in shape and rectangular in plan with a bevelled outer edge. The obverse exhibits a central design of a crescent with a palm? above. The central design is surrounded by an inscription probably reading * S'RIC'DIDEFERN[...]. The reverse exhibits a longitudinal ridge which thickens at one end to form a handle which is broken at the loop. The lead has a buff patina with traces of dark grey showing through in places.The seal matrix measures 24.2mm diameter, 5.65mm thick and weighs 9.58 grams.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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