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Description: | Medieval seal matrix, (c.1200 - c.1400): An incomplete circular lead or lead alloy seal matrix. The matrix is slightly crumpled and c. 20% is missing leaving a ragged and possibly torn edge. This edge has the same surface as the rest of the matrix, which is an oxidised cream colour, implying the damage was not recent. The matrix is a flat-backed type with no evidence of a lug, which may have been on the missing section. The underside of the matrix has a legend and central device. The legend is incomplete and reads PAROChIA[ ]EBOR. The device is unclear, but possibly depicts a standing figure, wearing drapery and possibly holding a long object such as a cross. The quality of the device poor and is not clear due to the condition of the matrix, The matrix measures 37.71mm long, 32.44mm wide, 3.17mm thick. It weighs 19.62g.Harvey and McGuinness (1996) suggest that small circular based seal matrices and those which have a line separating the device and legend were in use in the 13th century, but the more intricate the designs, occurred in the later 13th to 14th centuries. This is probably a 14th century example.Harvey, P.D.A. and McGuinness, A. 1996 A Guide to British Medieval Seals London: British Library and Public Record Office
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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