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Description: | An incomplete Medieval lead-alloy pointed-oval (vesica-shaped) seal matrix probably dating to the 13th century (1200-1300).The die is engraved with a central motif and has a surrounding largely illegible and unclear inscription. At the rear it has an integral suspension lug with a central raised rib along the longitudinal axis.The central motif is corroded and unclear. Outside the motif is a largely illegible inscription with beaded borders. The visible inscription reads:[ ]N?LO[ ]V[ ]S ?L[ ]At the rear, the rib tapers in width from the top towards the bottom.This seal matrix has a dark green patina where it is not corroded. There is damage in the form of a deep depression close to the centre of the die. The rear face has vertical striations either side of the rib.Height: 30.9mm; width: 18.9mm; thickness of plate: 3.7mm; thickness including lug: 8.5mm. Weight: 7.95g.Sealing was used for authenticating documents for around 300 years in medieval Britain. Pointed-oval seals such as this were popular during the 13th century, when they were particularly preferred by women (Harvey and McGuinness 1996: 79-88).Harvey, P. D. A. and McGuinness, A. 1996. A Guide to British Medieval Seals. London: The 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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