Record ID: DUR-928AC6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver seal matrix dating to the Medieval period, probably 14th century in date. The seal has an oval face with a hexagonal conical handle above. A hexagonal collar divides the handle from a trefoil suspension loop. Part of the oval face has been broken meaning that the inscription is no longer complete. The face of the seal depicts two birds (possibly doves) touching beaks with two flowers either side. In between the two doves is a fleur de lis and below are the legated initials 'AH.' Above the two doves is closed 'C.' The inscription around the perimeter of the face re…
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 4th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SWYOR-927828
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy seal matrix, probably post medieval date, about AD 1600 - 1700. The matrix face is oval in shape and the stem is conical with an elongated lozenge shaped terminal. There is a circular perforation in the centre of the terminal. The complex device on the matrix is probably a privy mark or merchant's mark. It consists (described from the impression) of an oval shield, delineated by a double border of narrow lines, within which is a cross with arms of equal length above a letter W created from interlinked Vs. The upper limb and left hand arm of the cross are joined at …
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 7th August 2012
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-8FD342
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: West Sussex
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A corroded cast copper-alloy fob seal of late Post Medieval to early Modern date, c. 1700-1800 AD. The body of the seal is short and fluted, with a cast decorative handle which splits to two outward flaring knops, originally incorporating a suspension loop. The body is decorated with ten segments each containing two raised lozenges, whilst the exterior edges are decorated with foliate detail. The seal matrix has an oval seal face, with central decoration of a laureate and draped bearded bust imitating a classical style, possibly depicting a Classical philosopher. The style of the seal…
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 14th August 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chichester', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SF-8F7226
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete cast circular silver fob-seal matrix with short stem of Post-Medieval date. It has a flat oval die with a slightly faceted conical terminal that tapers to an old break. The handle is broken but was probably a simple loop. The face is engraved with a two masted sailing ship facing right.
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Friday 16th May 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Harkstead', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-8F3942
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead seal matrix of Medieval date (AD 1200-1300), pointed-oval in shape, only half now surviving (lower half). The central motif appears to be an eight-point star or flower. The legend around is between grooved borders, and reads ...ETIS VX PETRI M... (the last three letters are uncertain). This probably orignally read S' AGNETIS VX PETRI M, meaning Seal of Agnes wife of Peter. The reverse is smooth and undecorated. The central break is old and was possibly carried out in order to void the object. The metal is a dark greenish brown. Length: 20.15mm, Width: 23.86mm, …
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Sunday 2nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bishop Burton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: YORYM-8F0287
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead seal matrix of Medieval date (AD 1066-1500). Showing enthroned Bishop facing. The reverse is smooth and undecorated with a single integrally cast rectangular shaft protruding centrally. The shaft is short and terminates in an old break. The seal is elliptic in profile and linear in section. The metal is a dark greenish brown. Length: 52.4mm, Width: 36.81mm, Thickness, 9.60mm, Weight: 46.0g
Created on: Wednesday 1st August 2012
Last updated: Thursday 23rd July 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bishop Burton', grid reference and parish protected.