Record ID: GLO-345DCE
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper-alloy medieval seal matrix (c. 14th century AD). The seal matrix has a circular die and a hexagonal handle-shaft positioned centrally on the back of the die, surmounting the handle is a hexagonal loop terminal with a double collar at the base. The design on the front of the die is a left facing bearded head on the right field; in the left field is a sword with roundel pommel at the top. An inscription runs retrograde around the edge reading ' X DIVM CEVES’
Created on: Thursday 15th September 2022
Last updated: Thursday 15th September 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-AD2747
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead pointed oval seal matrix of Medieval date (Likely 13th Century AD) The seal matrix is flat and pointed oval in form. The reverse of the seal matrix has a 7.9mm long pierced lug projecting just below the top point. The lug is intact but flattened sideways. The remainder of the reverse is undecorated. The central device, set within an incised pointed oval border, is a fleur-de-lis executed in line work apart from the central petal, which is executed in relief. The inscription is well preserved and mostly legible, with a cross initial mark. The inscrip…
Created on: Monday 4th April 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 27th April 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-277494
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead circular seal matrix of Medieval date (likely 13th century AD). The matrix is of the flat circular type with a perforated lug and decorated reverse. The reverse bears a perforated lug at 12 o’clock (measuring 11.4mm long by 4.3mm wide) and decoration high relief. This decoration runs to the edges of the matrix and is in the form of an inverted modified fleur de lis emerging from the bottom of the lug. The flanking petals of the fleur de lis are strongly curled at the tips and the ends of the cross bar are flared like a cross pattée. The matrix is a maximu…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2022
Last updated: Monday 21st February 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-26207C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete and badly damaged cast lead pointed oval (vesica) seal matrix of Medieval date (likely 13th century AD). The matrix is of the flat pointed oval (vesica) form, and is badly damaged- the matrix is distorted, cracked, and is missing the sections of the edge including the bottom point, rendering some of the inscription illegible. The reverse of the matrix is undecorated, with no evidence of a lug or raised rib. The inscription is executed in uneven, if large and deeply incised characters, with a small Greek cross initial marked squeezed between the first and last…
Created on: Tuesday 8th February 2022
Last updated: Tuesday 8th February 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-AC2496
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix of 12th or 13th century date The seal matrix is incomplete, missing the terminal loop and edge of the die (with a surviving length of 22.9mm and a weight of 8.7g). The missing loop was probably of trilobed form, as suggested by the dividing rib at the centre of the aperture. Below the loop was a ribbed moulding flanked by grooves. The handle is of hexagonally-faceted form. The seal die was circular (with a surviving maximum diameter of 17.8mm). The device on the seal die is of geometric form, comprising a central line cutting a saltire cross. Fou…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd February 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd February 2021
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Record ID: NMGW-C5B2CE
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval lead seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The seal matrix is of pointed oval form and is fragmentary, represented by approximately half of the original length (with a surviving length of 17.8mm and a weight of 4.8g). The seal matrix has broken or been cut along its central axis, just below its widest point (with a width of 26.0mm and with a thickness of 2.6mm). The rear of the matrix has a midrib bounded by an oval border, parallel to the sides (5.2mm from the edge). At the centre there appears to have been a pellet and there is the suggestion of a transvers mouldin…
Created on: Monday 11th January 2021
Last updated: Monday 11th January 2021
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Record ID: GLO-EFA57C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A flat circular seal matrix that has a triangular shield in the centre, which is decorated with the heraldic device of a single turreted castle in the middle. This is surrounded by the inscription + S’ PETRI DE CVWS (Seal of Peter of C...us, the final word being hard to read). On the reverse is a rearward projecting loop at one end that sits atop a central rib that runs down the centre of the reverse.
Created on: Tuesday 21st April 2020
Last updated: Tuesday 9th February 2021
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Record ID: WMID-20A0A4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete silver seal matrix of pedestal type probably dating to the 17th century. The seal face is broadly circular and depicts an incised crown above a winged heart. The wings extend to the outer edges of the seal face. The seal handle is broken. The handle shaft narrows from the seal face before widening to an oval flat terminal from which the broken handle extends. Comparing this example to others, it is presumed the handle would have had an openwork design. The remains are formed from two projections with rounded end terminals where the projections are attached to the oval fa…
Created on: Monday 30th March 2020
Last updated: Thursday 25th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Garway', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-5ACE7E
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but eroded cast copper alloy 'vesica' shaped seal matrix of medieval date (1200-1400). The seal matrix is sub-oval (oval with pointed ends) in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. It has been heavily abraded by movement in the ploughsoil. On the reverse face of the seal on the upper edge in alignment with the two pointed ends, is a small sub-oval perforated lug. This lug is set at an angle of 90° to the plain of the body of the seal. The lug is broken due to movement in the ploughsoil possibly across a worn through use hole. The design on the front face of the matrix…
Created on: Friday 8th November 2019
Last updated: Thursday 30th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Weobley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-99F1C8
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval seal matrix, of Medieval date (c. 1300 - c.1400 AD). The copper alloy seal matrix has a sub-circular die, with a tapering handle. The handle has a hexagonal cross section, and terminates with a oval suspension loop, which is narrowed. There are no marks on any of the six sides to aid orientation during use. The device depicts a serpent or simplistic bird. The inscription is illegible and is probably illegible. The surface of the matrix has a dark brown-green coloured patina. The matrix measures 27.07mm tall, 14.97mm wide at the base, and weighs 6.78g. The seal ma…
Created on: Friday 18th October 2019
Last updated: Monday 21st October 2019
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Record ID: NMGW-B204C6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The seal matrix is of pointed oval form and is complete but has some corrosion (with a length of 27.9mm, a width of 16.5mm, 2.8mm thick and a weight of 6.6g). The rear of the matrix has a loop at the apex (giving the matrix a depth of 7.4mm and with a perforation diameter of 3.0mm) with a gradually weakening rib extending from its base. The seal die has a central device, depicting a seated creature in side view, facing towards the left (from the perspective of the impression), probably a squirrel. The squirrel is depict…
Created on: Monday 7th October 2019
Last updated: Monday 7th October 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-59B04D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but slightly abraded cast lead alloy oval shaped seal matrix of medieval date (1200-1400). The seal matrix is sub-oval (oval with a single pointed lower edge) in plan and sub-rectangular in cross section. On the reverse face of the seal is a projecting heavily D shaped lug which is not pierced - it is presumably via this that the seal was appled and removed from the waxen impression. From this lug a single pointed arrow descends which is bisected by a saltire cross - all formed from raised cast ridges and all of which are abraded. The design on the front face of the matrix …
Created on: Friday 10th May 2019
Last updated: Monday 1st July 2019
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kington', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: GLO-40C654
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead flat pointed oval seal matrix. The face is very badly worn and corroded resulting in the loss of almost all of the detail except for a recessed pellet in the centre. Also, the entire inscription has also been lost except for the vague impression of a U or W to one side. The reverse has similarly suffered from ware and corrosion. Traces of a central spine are visible that are flanked by a semi-circular arch the has a pellet in the centre. there would have been a loop at one end of the spine but this is now completely truncated.
Created on: Monday 25th February 2019
Last updated: Friday 31st January 2020
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Record ID: WAW-EE4E45
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval (13th century) seal matrix: The lead seal matrix is circular and a flat-backed type which is decorated with a high-relief arrow, with a pellet wither side of the central stem. At the edge, where the legend starts, and where the arrow points, there is a perforated lug. The underside of the matrix has the legend and device which has been engraved. The device depicts a fleur-de-lis. This device is within a fine linear border which separates the device from the legend. The legend reads + S : WALTER · LE · VADER The matrix measures 28.08mm long, 28.17mm long, 9.58mm thic…
Created on: Thursday 21st February 2019
Last updated: Friday 22nd February 2019
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Record ID: GLO-A99A1C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy flat pointed oval seal matrix that has a truncated loop on the top of the reverse. The face is finely decorated with a female figure standing in a long dress that reaches to the floor, there is a gathering of cloth in the front of her body that would be the seam of her garments, then a further gating of cloth either side which is adorned with small stamped chevrons in order to give the impression of a fur lined clothing. Her head is finely detailed with pellet eyes, a defined nose and slot mouth; surrounding her head are angled straight lines the depict a head covering su…
Created on: Monday 18th February 2019
Last updated: Friday 31st January 2020
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Record ID: WAW-1B88A9
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval seal matrix, of Medieval date (c. 1300 - c.1400 AD). The copper alloy seal matrix has a circular die, with a tapering handle. The handle has a hexagonal cross section, and terminates with a sub-oval incomplete suspension loop, which has a collar beneath. There are no marks on any of the six sides to aid orientation during use. The device depicts a possible bird or a branch with a lis above. There is no inscription. The surface of the matrix has a dark green-grey coloured patina. The matrix measures 18.29mm long and 13.7mm diameter at the die and weighs 4.17g. T…
Created on: Friday 18th January 2019
Last updated: Sunday 10th February 2019
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Record ID: WAW-1B639B
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval seal matrix, of Medieval date (c. 1300 - c.1400 AD). The copper alloy seal matrix has a oval die, with a tapering handle. The handle has a hexagonal cross section, and terminates with an incomplete sub-oval suspension loop, which has a collar beneath. There are no marks on either of the six sides to aid orientation during use. The device depicts a rabbit or a hare facing left with pointed ears. The inscription is set outside an incomplete linear border, and is illegible. The surface of the matrix has an incomplete dark green coloured patina. The matrix measures 14…
Created on: Friday 18th January 2019
Last updated: Sunday 10th February 2019
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Record ID: WMID-FFD1EC
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy seal matrix or stamp dating to the Post Medieval period (c. AD 1500-1800). The object has a circular suspension loop affixed to the dome-shaped matrix. The matrix is worn but apparently plain. Compare to LANCUM-E54AD1 where it is suggested such objects were ready made and sold for custom engraving. The object has an uneven dark green patina. The overall dimensions are as follows: 21.07mm in length, 18.36mm in diameter and 11.48g in weight.
Created on: Thursday 29th November 2018
Last updated: Friday 7th December 2018
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Record ID: NMGW-C33BBA
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The seal matrix is of pointed-oval form and is complete (with a length of 31.4mm, a width of 19.7mm, a thickness of 2.5mm and a weight of 7.6g). The rear is flat with an integral loop at the apex (giving an overall depth 6.9mm, 3.7mm wide and 3.3mm perforation diameter), from which a midrib descends, gradually weakening towards the base. The central device on the seal die depicts a standing figure in side view, facing right (from the perspective of the impression). The figure, probably a cleric has his hands raised in fro…
Created on: Tuesday 20th February 2018
Last updated: Wednesday 6th July 2022
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Record ID: NMGW-5F9A5B
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The seal matrix is complete with the loop at the apex of a hexagonally-faceted handle (with a length of 18.5mm and a weight of 6.1g). The loop (2.7mm diameter) is pointed at the terminal and of sub-rectangular section (2.8mm thick). The seal die is circular (16.2mm - 17.2mm diameter) and has a motto rather than a personal legend, reading: *AVE MARIA The central device depicts two crossing forearms with cuffs at the apex at one end and the hands near the base. There is a crescent device between the cuffs. The surface is …
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2018
Last updated: Monday 22nd January 2018
No spatial data available.

Record ID: HESH-BCA725
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy double seal matrix of post medieval date (AD 1600-1800). The matrix is pedestal shaped in plan with a baluster like profile / handle that tapers and expands regularly along its length. At the mid-point of the profile is a narrow ridge that expands and contracts to a wide circular die / matrix face at one end and a similar but much smaller die at the other. The difference in sizes represents the seal and counter seal. The handle is undecorated and there is no evidence of marks to help align the seal whilst in use. The front face of the large die is slightly domed an…
Created on: Thursday 22nd June 2017
Last updated: Monday 15th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Yatton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-DE883D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead alloy seal matrix of medieval date (1200 - 1400 AD). The seal matrix was originally circular in plan however it has suffered abrasion in the soil and some distortion from movement having a dished profile. The front face is relatively flat and areas around the edge have been lost through abrasion and corrosion. The reverse face is plain and undecorated. It has an irregular projecting boss emanating from the top of the reverse. There is no suspension loop. The terminal end of this projection is rounded and its function was to enable the matrix to be lifted cleanly from the w…
Created on: Wednesday 24th February 2016
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kinnersely', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: GLO-F0532C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Circular copper alloy seal matrix, with a hexagonal handle projecting from the rear. There is a trefoil loop at the top of the handle with a groove either side of a ridge forming a collar below the loop. The face of the seal matrix shows a squirrel in profile sitting up, facing right on the matrix (so left on the impression). The squirrel has a bushy tail parallel to its back, and is surrounded by a circle of dots. The inscription around begins with a star at the top of the squirrel's head, and reads * I CRAKE NOTIS (I crack nuts). This is a common combination of motif and inscription…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd December 2015
Last updated: Friday 11th December 2015
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Record ID: HESH-15B3B1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A swivelling seal matrix / die from a fob-seal of later post medieval date (1600-1750). The fob is lost ad all that remains is the oval die which is pierced vertically and that would have been held by a single spindle. Both the front and rear faces are decorated with an incised design. The front face depicts a crowned rampant lion holding orb and sceptre advancing right (left in impression). The reverse face shows A square shield with foliate scrolls around the edge; depicted within the shield is a griffin emerging from a crown. The die is a mid purple grey colour with a well formed b…
Created on: Monday 29th June 2015
Last updated: Monday 2nd March 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Leominster', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NMGW-3752B3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval lead seal matrix of 12th or 13th century date The matrix is of pointed-oval form and is near-complete but is distorted (with a distorted length of 41.6mm, a width of 26.0mm, a thickness of 2.7mm - 3.7mm and a weight of 18.3g). The rear has a lug at its apex, (giving a maximum surviving depth of 8.6mm), which does not appear to be perforated and may have broken before the perforation. There is no suggestion of a rib or similar, descending from the lug. The seal die moderately clear and has a comparatively crude inscription. The central device is geometric, comprising thre…
Created on: Tuesday 17th February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 17th February 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-E2FA79
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of medieval date (1250-1400). The die is broadly circular with a diameter of 20.7mm. The reverse rises to a height of 35.4mm terminating in a pointed loop. The body of the matrix is a pedestal formed from six irregular tapering sides. These terminate in a double moulded band above which a trefoil shaped pointed loop extends. The loop is formed from three conjoined cast holes average diameter of each hole is 3.4mm . There are no marks on the body of the pedestal to indicate the direction of the seal face. The seal matrix weighs 23.2 gram…
Created on: Friday 13th February 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 19th February 2020
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Record ID: HESH-24A9AE
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of medieval date (1250-1400). The die is roughly oval in plan and the reverse rises terminating in a broken - but probably triangular / lis shaped perforated loop. The body of the matrix is a hexagonal pedestal formed from six tapering sides and terminates in a series of moulded bands. The pierced loop extends above this. Each of the hexagonal sides is decorated by a vertical line of dots that descends the mid point of each panel. The body is also a matt grey cream colour possibly suggesting that the surface was originally tinned. There does n…
Created on: Friday 23rd January 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 27th May 2015
No spatial data available.

Record ID: NMGW-39B45D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The seal matrix is near-complete, with some peripheral damage and had a circular die (of 18.9mm diameter) with an hexagonally faceted handle and triangular or trefoil loop (with an overall length of 21.5mm and a weight of 7.2g). The loop (11.0mm wide and with internal dimensions of 5.2mm x 4.5mm) is of sub-triangular section. The seal die is corroded and has lost some of the encircling legend. At the centre is a shield containing three diagonal grooves (three bends) and there is a six-pointed star (mullet) in the top ri…
Created on: Friday 31st October 2014
Last updated: Friday 31st October 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WAW-1F5449
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probable impersonal Post Medieval (16th to 17th centuries) seal matrix: The copper alloy matrix is a pyramid type, with an oval base. The reverse of the matrix has an oval sectioned stem which is waisted and terminates with a collar above which there is a wide, originally a trefoil with three circular perforations, but is now broken along the three and the break does appear to be recent. The device on the base of the matrix is possibly a four-legged animal, but this is not certain. The matrix measures 17.69mm long, and 14.92mm across the handle. It weighs 2.8g. The surface of the ma…
Created on: Wednesday 18th June 2014
Last updated: Monday 30th June 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WAW-A4FED5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval seal matrix (14th century): The copper alloy matrix is a pyramid type, whose base is circular in plan. The reverse of the matrix has a hexagonal sectioned stem which terminates with an oval terminal which has a circular perforation. Below the terminal there is an integral collar. The base of the matrix has a legend around the edge and a central device. The device is possibly an animal, but this is far from certain. The legend is illegible. The matrix measures 14.97mm diameter, 20.23mm tall and weighs 4.5g. The surface of the matrix is encrusted with think copper alloy patina …
Created on: Thursday 30th January 2014
Last updated: Monday 17th February 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-D36E22
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A near complete cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of medieval date (1250-1400). The die is broadly circular in plan whilst the reverse pedestal is broken across the suspension loop. The break is patinated. The body of the matrix is a pedestal formed from six irregular tapering sides which taper forming a moulded band surmounted by a single loop. There are no marks on any of the faces to aid orientation during use. The die / seal face is well preserved but the edges are heavily abraded resulting in the loss of the inscription. The central device of the seal depicts a bi…
Created on: Wednesday 22nd May 2013
Last updated: Friday 9th May 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hampton Bishop', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-24B3F6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Treasure Case 2013-T307: Specialist Report for HM Coroner Seal Matrix from the Kingstone Area - Herefordshire Date: Post Medieval - 17th Century Date of discovery: 2013 Circumstances of discovery: Found whilst metal detecting Description: An extremely small and incomplete cast silver pedestal / pendant seal matrix; the die (face of the seal) is circular in plan. The reverse face rises into an irregular tapering seven sided pedestal. It is broken across its upper edge but is likely to have been topped by a moulded band above which is a pierced suspension hole. The die…
Created on: Tuesday 14th May 2013
Last updated: Tuesday 9th February 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kingstone', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-4EF1A7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast modern copy of a medieval copper alloy seal matrix dated to the medieval period (1200 - 1400 AD). The original matrix was given to the landowner after this copy had been made. The following description is of this copy rather than the original - no comment can be made on the metal, colour or weight. The cast copy is very well made and the casting is particularly fine and it seems to be a very good likeness of the original A cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of medieval date (1200-1400). The die oval in circular and body of the matrix is a pedestal formed from …
Created on: Tuesday 27th November 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-4EA455
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast modern copy of a medieval copper alloy seal matrix dated to the medieval period (1200 - 1400 AD). The original matrix was given to the landowner after this copy had been made. The following description is of this copy rather than the original - no comment can be made on the metal, colour or weight. The cast copy is very well made and the casting is particularly fine and it seems to be a very good likeness of the original A cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of medieval date (1200-1400). The die oval in plan and body of the matrix is a pedestal formed from six …
Created on: Tuesday 27th November 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 18th July 2018
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: HESH-7F37F4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast lead alloy seal matrix of medieval date (1200 - 1400 AD). The seal matrix was originally circular in plan however it has suffered abrasion in the soil and some distortion from movement having a bowed profile. The front face is relatively flat, the lower half is partially lost due to abrasion and corrosion. The design and lettering is poor, second rate, being relatively poorly cut but relatively regularly spaced. The reverse face is decorated with a cast pattern, possibly either a debased fleur-de-lis or more stylised flower pattern. The design comprises two oval hoops from which…
Created on: Wednesday 24th October 2012
Last updated: Friday 12th October 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Hay-on-Wye', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HESH-E9EA12
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Treasure Case 2012-T508: Specialist Report Seal Matrix from the Wigmore Area - Herefordshire Date: post medieval - 17th Century Date of discovery: March 2012 Circumstances of discovery: Found whilst metal detecting Description: A cast pedestal / pendant seal matrix. The die (face of the seal) is oval in plan and the reverse pedestal rises to a pierced / perforated suspension loop. The body of the matrix is a pedestal which has been formed with six sides which terminate in a circumferential band of three ribs. Above this is the perforated loop which is formed from a …
Created on: Thursday 12th July 2012
Last updated: Thursday 20th December 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wigmore', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-E56FF2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A personal cast lead or lead alloy seal matrix. The matrix is a flat-baked type which is circular in plan. The upper face of the matrix is undecorated. Integral to the edge, on the upper surface, there is a small perforated lug. The lug is the terminal of a high-relief rib which bisects the matrix on the upper surface. The underside of the matrix has a legend and central device. The legend appears to read S' WILELM [.]E[....]ING: The device depicts a large flower. The surface of the matrix has an abraded mid cream patina and some recent damage on the underside. It is also bent, probab…
Created on: Tuesday 5th June 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 25th November 2015
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WAW-BB6F36
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper alloy 'vesica' shaped seal matrix. The seal matrix is a pointed oval in plan. The reverse has an incomplete integral loop at one corner. The loop is set at an angle of 90° to the plain of the body of the seal and expands from a vertical rib which divides the seal in two. Apart from the rib the reverse of the matrix is plain and undecorated. The device on the underside of the matrix is possibly a bird stood on the edge of a nest, however the surface is extremely abraded and possibly too worn to see any detail. This also applies to the legend around the edge of t…
Created on: Sunday 3rd June 2012
Last updated: Tuesday 4th March 2014
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-596B22
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment from a cast lead alloy seal matrix of late medieval date (1200-1400). The fragment is irregular in plan - originally being a pointed oval / vesica-shape. The broken edges are all old and abraded and a light grey coloured corrosion product is present. The design on the front face is lost - the central element comprised a vertical hollow sided shape - possibly a vertical cross which is enclosed by a slight incised border which echos the shape of the seal. The inscription is similarly lost - from what survives the following letters can be seen: [...]RD [...] ENO [...]. In the …
Created on: Saturday 5th May 2012
Last updated: Friday 23rd October 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Brampton Abbotts', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-30F985
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: County of Herefordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead seal matrix of Medieval date, c. 1300-1500. The seal matrix is a circular shape, the suspension loop is missing. The seal matrix is incomplete and there is an old break running down the centre of the seal matrix. The seal has S'WI[L]: DE: CO[...] inscribed around an eight pointed star.
Created on: Tuesday 3rd January 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 4th January 2012
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