Record ID: KENT-D7903D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Post-Medieval cast copper alloy 'fob' seal matrix set with a glass intaglio, dating to the 18th-19th Century. Description: In plan, the seal is rectangular with rounded corners. The bezel band is decorated by a series of raised chevrons. The reverse is pyramidal in form with concave moulding along the lower edges and a central circular hole at the apex (where the handle would originally have been attached). A series of fine grooves radiate from the central hole over the upper part of the pyramid. There are traces of gilding and areas of darker brown patinate…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd April 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-AEDA9A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval incomplete fragment of a lead-alloy circular seal matrix dating to c.1200-1400. Approximately half of the circular, flat seal remains. The central motif appears to be a petalled cross, with a circular scribed line separating the totally illegible inscription. The reverse is plain with the remains of a transverse raised fillet. Diameter 29.9mm, thickness 5.5mm, weight 10.3g. Similar examples on this database at KENT-374D77, PUBLIC-47ADB9 and KENT-9C13E2.
Created on: Friday 8th March 2024
Last updated: Friday 8th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-9870FC
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval lead vesica shaped seal matrix dating to c.1200-1400. Approximately half of the seal remains, comprising of a pointed oval flat plate, with a raised rib on the reverse as a 'finger-pinch' handle. The central motif is uncertain, possibly an arched doorway. A single scribed line separates the motif from the mainly illegible outer inscription that appears to read : S'IOh [ ... ]. The reverse is plain. Length 23.5mm, width 21.4mm, thickness 2.9mm, weight 7.2g. Similar examples on this database at: PUBLIC-D38FE7, PUBLIC-A8F62A and NA…
Created on: Thursday 7th March 2024
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-4150A2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix of post medieval date (1550-1700). The die is circular in plan and the reverse pedestal rises to a tri-lobed perforated suspension loop, the upper lobe is broken. There is no inscription. The design of the seal consists of two main elements; these are a single heart which has been pierced diagonally by two arrows forming a saltire cross. Above this central heart is a stylised eye (all seeing eye / eye of providence). There is no inscription.  The seal matrix has a small notch in its circumference to indicate the top o…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Sunday 28th January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-BCFC7A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete medieval lead personal seal matrix, dating to c.1200-1350. Sub-circular and flat (now very 'crumpled' and edge chipped) The die-face central motif is a six petalled design surrounded by a scribed line circle that separates it from the incomplete inscription that reads: S' R AOVL - - - STOW (possibly RAOVL BRISTOW) The reverse is decorated with an uncertain moulding, possibly floral. An incomplete 'finger-pinch' handle projection is aligned at 12 o'clock to the die-face. The surface displays a drab grey colour. Diameter 28…
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Monday 8th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-45D92B
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A 1600-1800 complete copper alloy seal matrix. It exibits a glossy brown/green patina. The handle has 4 hole with 3 slightly differing diameters across the width and 1 larger central loop at the top. The die face is slightly oval at 15mm by 14mm and has a bell centrally with the letters K and S either side. The handle is 15mm wide and 1mm thick. Similar to records YORYM-1885F4 and SUR-A54D54.
Created on: Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 1st March 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'New Romney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-03EBA3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix. It is circular in plan and more or less plano convex in profile. The matrix consists of a central forward facing stags head with cross between antlers surrounded by a circumferal legend reading, +TIMETE DEVM (Fear the Lord). The rear is undecorated. There is a longitudinal strengthening rib across the reverse and the remnants of a suspension loop at the top of the rib. Harvey and McGuinness attribute such anonymous personal seals of the form to the fourteenth century, and cite 'Timete deum'…
Created on: Monday 18th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: SUSS-613F79
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete medieval cast lead alloy circular non-heraldic personal seal matrix dating c. AD 1200-1350. The seal matrix is circular in plan. On the reverse is a moulded raised circular annulet divided by a raised rib which has a worn break at one end where the missing integral suspension loop would have been. The die face has a central motif within an inner circle, probably a cresent moon and stars. The surrounding inscription is retrograde, reading: * S' (I or R) O [.] F' RIC which translates as 'Seal of [.]O[.] son of Richard. The matrix is slightly crea…
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 2nd April 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-47ADB9
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval lead personal round seal matrix, dating to c.1200-1400. Circular flat plate with an un-pierced projecting lug at 12 o'clock to the die-face. The die-face has a central motif of an incised line straight cross with elongated oval 'petals' bisecting each angle. The inscription is separated from the motif by a single circular scribed line and appears to read;  * S' hENRIC EPSTONE although the second letter of the surname is uncertain. The reverse is plain and flat and the surface displays a light buff colour. Diameter 31.2mm, …
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 15th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-B75D08
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete medieval cast copper-alloy personal seal matrix, probably dating to c.1300-1450. Approximately half of the sub-circular, flat seal remains. The die-face has a central motif of a shield bearing what appears to be an amphora like object, with a pouring-spout, large curved handles and a circular body, sat on a 'legged' stand. A pellet-formed circle separates the motif from the partial outer inscription, that has a star initial mark and then appears to read; S'JOHANNIS [ . . . ]. The reverse has a raised transverse rib with the remains of a pierced lug …
Created on: Friday 27th October 2023
Last updated: Friday 27th October 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Ash', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-3B5E6D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A fragment of a copper alloy plaque with incuse device, possibly a seal matrix of Medieval date.  The fragment is sub-triangular in plan with a surviving curved outside edge and two worn breaks. One side has a complicated figural device incuse set within a double circumferential border of two rows of stamped pellets, the borders set 6mm apart. The device is damaged, with areas missing but there is a standing figure, only the lower body surviving with folds of drapery to the ankles. One foot emerges as a sub oval loop, the other is hidden behind a vertical oak leaf …
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 15th August 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-387181
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast and engraved Medieval copper-alloy pointed oval seal matrix. c.1200-1400 Description: The matrix is pointed oval in plan. The front contains a central field defined by an engraved line. Within this is engraved a robed, tonsured male bust, facing left (right in impression ). Above the head is a  crudely executed six pointed star. The legend runs around the edge of the matrix in retrograde lettering, reading +S: HENRICI  CAPELLAMI (seal of Henry, chaplain). The reverse of the matrix has a shallow raised rib aligned vertically, the upper end of which widen…
Created on: Wednesday 9th August 2023
Last updated: Friday 24th November 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-FE1E41
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead non-heraldic personal seal matrix of Medieval date (c.AD 1200-1350). Description: The matrix is flat with a projecting lug at the apex.  Originally it was probably rounded-oval in plan.  The rear face is undecorated.  The engraved central motif consists of an elaborate fleur-de-lis with three tiers of curving lateral leaves and a central element which is ribbed with chevrons to resemble an ear of wheat. The three stems of the fleur-de-lis are linked by a horizontal line close to the bottom and there are pellets in th…
Created on: Thursday 13th July 2023
Last updated: Monday 24th July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Chislet', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: PUBLIC-54DA1C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval incomplete lead seal matrix, dating to c.1200-1400. Sub-circular and flat, approximately half of the seal remains. The top has an integral circular suspension loop / finger-pinch handle and decoration in the form of a transverse double lined moulded ridge through the centre and stars either side. The die face has a four petalled flower design with incised lines in the angles with an outer partial inscription that appears to read [ ... ] NIC (all other inscription illegible). There is no dividing line between the design and inscription. The surface displays a white…
Created on: Sunday 23rd April 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SUSS-E98879
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval lead personal seal matrix dating c. AD 1200-1300. The seal matrix is flat and circular in shape although slightly bent and chipped around the circumference. It has an eight pointed star in the centre set within a circular linear border. The surrounding retrograde (anti-clockwise) inscription reads  + S' IOhIS FIL RIC(I)  which translates as: John son of Richard. On the reverse is an integral hemispherical lug set to one edge, from which extends a central raised rib. On one side of the rib is a crudely scratched cr…
Created on: Thursday 6th April 2023
Last updated: Thursday 27th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-4EC2C6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead flat non-heraldic personal seal matrix of medieval date (c.AD 1200-1350). Description: The matrix is flat and sub-circular in plan with a projecting lug on the reverse. The reverse is also decorated with a fluer-de-lis in relief. On the front is an engraved eight-petalled flower or eight-pointed star. This is surrounded by a legend which starts at twelve o'clock and runs retrograde (anti-clockwise) around the die face and reads 'S'R[...]'. Measurements: diameter: 28.72mm;  thickness: 3.26mm,   weight: 17.96g
Created on: Thursday 9th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-2715AF
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete but warped cast engraved lead seal matrix of medieval date (c.1200-1300).  Description: The matrix is pointed oval in plan with an engraved front and moulded reverse, consisting of a cross with pellet in each angle, with a projecting pierced lug. The central device is indiscernible due to the object's condition. Surrounding the central device is an illegible legend. Measurements: 30.47mm long, 17.08mm, 3.95mm thick, 9.44g in weight Discussion: This matrix fits with a group of commonly reported simple lead personal seal matrices …
Created on: Tuesday 7th February 2023
Last updated: Thursday 9th February 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-29FBFD
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead flat non-heraldic personal seal matrix of Medieval date (c.AD 1200-1350). Description: The matrix is flat and circular in plan, the reverse is uneven and has a central raised rib from which projects the lug which now shows no sign of piercing. On the front is an engraved central eight-pointed star or stylised flower. This is surrounded by a legend which starts at twelve o'clock and runs retrograde (anti-clockwise) around the die face reading S' EME: [...] RICARD . Measurements: Diameter: 28.6mm; Weight: 13.14g Inscription: *S'…
Created on: Thursday 26th January 2023
Last updated: Monday 31st July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Alkham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-2999E2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy conical seal matrix of medieval date (c.1200-1300). Description: The matrix has a broadly hexagonal-based handle, separated from a lozenge-shaped pierced lug by a simple incised line. The base of the matrix handle widens to accommodate the circular die which is engraved with a merchants mark. This consists of an inverted Z crossed by an anchor, placed perpendicular to its diagonal. The field around it is lighty hatched. The inscribed border is separated from the design by a thin line and from the edge of the die by a circle of dots. The inscripti…
Created on: Thursday 26th January 2023
Last updated: Monday 31st July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Alkham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-28DCCB
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy conical seal matrix of Medieval date (c.1200-1300). Description: The matrix has a broadly hexagonal-based handle, widening into a collar of three ridges which connects to a pierced lug of rudimentary trefoil-shape . The base of the matrix handle widens to accommodate the circular die which is engraved with a merchants mark. This consists of a beehive within a solid eight-pointed star. The field between this and the circular border is filled by lozenges and triangles. It has a rough green patina. Measurements: Height: 29.9mm; Diameter: …
Created on: Thursday 26th January 2023
Last updated: Monday 31st July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Capel-le-Ferne', grid reference and parish protected.