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SEAL MATRIX
Unique ID: LVPL-B3D761
Object type certainty: Certain
Workflow
status: Awaiting validation 
Cast copper alloy seal matrix dating to the Medieval period. The matrix is a pointed oval (vessica) shape in plan. The central motif is of a crescent moon with an eight-pointed star above and a nine-pointed star below. The legend reads + S' NICHOLAI WALES which can be translated as the Seal of Nicholas of Wales. On the reverse is a central rib with a perforated lug at the top of the seal. The object has a dark green patina and is in good condition.
Similar examples which can be found on the database are IHS-4ED101 and LANCUM-F06922
Subsequent actions
Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder
Chronology
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Date from: Circa AD 1200
Date to: Circa AD 1300
Dimensions and weight
Quantity: 1
Length: 39.93 mm
Width: 25.4 mm
Thickness: 9.14 mm
Weight: 14.3 g
Discovery dates
Date(s) of discovery: Sunday 11th December 2011
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Materials and construction
Primary material: Copper alloy
Manufacture method: Cast
Completeness: Incomplete
Spatial metadata
Region: Yorkshire and the Humber (European Region)County or Unitary authority: North Yorkshire (County)
District: Ryedale (District)
To be known as: Buttercrambe
Spatial coordinates
Grid reference source: From finder
Unmasked grid reference accurate to a 10 metre square.
References cited
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