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SEAL MATRIX
Unique ID: HESH-EA7058
Object type certainty: Certain
Workflow
status: Awaiting validation 
An incomplete fragment from a cast copper alloy 'fob' seal of modern date probably later 18th or early 19th Century (1740-1850). The seal matrix is composite, being formed from a clear glass intaglio set into a machine pressed body. The metal body is broken and damaged, the upper part including the loop is lost. The lower part comprises an irregular octagonal (rectangular with the corners taken off) setting with scroll like patterns on the upper surface. A single hole is present in the middle. The intaglio is well cut or possibly moulded; the design consists of a couple engaging in a sexual act on a stylised couch. The figures are not well realised and slightly caricatured. The overall scene has a 'classical style' in line with the Georgian Classical Revival. The glass setting is slightly chipped and rolled - although this does not affect the central scene. This form of fob seal is common in the 18th century, often being mass produced.
The intaglio measures 13.4mm length 12.5mm width, is 3.3mm thick and weighs 1.18 grams
The setting measures 15.6mm length 14.9mm width, is 5.1mm thick and weighs 1.62 grams
Class: Fob
Subsequent actions
Subsequent action after recording: Returned to finder
Chronology
Broad period: MODERN
Subperiod from: Late
Period from: MODERN
Period to: MODERN
Date from: Circa AD 1740
Date to: Circa AD 1850
Dimensions and weight
Quantity: 2
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Other reference numbers
Other reference: HFD Entry Form No: HFDMG 2716
Materials and construction
Primary material: Copper alloy
Secondary material: Glass
Manufacture method: Cast
Completeness: Incomplete
Spatial metadata
Region: West Midlands (European Region)County or Unitary authority: Shropshire (Unitary Authority)
District: Shropshire (Unitary Authority)
To be known as: Leintwardine
Spatial coordinates
Grid reference source: From finder
Unmasked grid reference accurate to a 1 metre square.
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