Record ID: BUC-BDFF63
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy oval seal matrix, with waisted, hexagonally faceted, handle. This terminates in a single collar topped by an intact pointed suspension loop with circular perforation. Device: on a plain background, a head in profile wearing a whimple or close fitting headdress and facing right. The the legend is bordered by a lines with cross hatching on either side. Measurements: face 18.83 mm diameter, handle 17.68 mm high.
Created on: Friday 23rd December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wendover', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BUC-BD1FA4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Buckinghamshire
Workflow stage: Published
Copper alloy circular seal matrix, with waisted, hexagonally faceted, handle. This terminates in a single collar topped by an intact circular suspension loop with matching perforation. Device: on a plain background a squirrel in profile holding a nut in its paws, facing left, separated from the legend by the remains of a simple line. Measurements: face 15.74 mm diameter, handle 17.84 mm high. A matrix with a similar motif was found in the excavations at Bedern, York in an early to mid 14th century floor level. Squirrels were sometimes seen in medieval art as women's pets, and a bawdy …
Created on: Friday 23rd December 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Creslow', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-ADB501
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Central Bedfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
A lead personal seal matrix of probable 13th century AD date. The die is circular and contains the central image of a fleur-de-lis within a circular border. The legend does not start at the top of the design and reads + S: RICI.SCORICh (Seal of Richard Scorich). On the reverse is a small lug handle. The object is corroded. It measures 19.7mm in diameter by 7.3mm thick and weighs 6.3g. The surname has no obvious modern parallel.
Created on: Thursday 22nd December 2005
Last updated: Sunday 16th February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Kensworth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-18C6B0
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead personal seal matrix of mid to late 13th century date. The seal die is pointed-oval and flat, and has a projection at the top containing a horizontal attachment hole. The object is worn, bent and corroded. It measures 44.1mm high by 25.5mm wide and 5.6mm thick. The central image sits within an indented border and, when printed, depicts a man standing on the left hand end of a boat, facing right and steering the boat with a long rudder pole. A second figure, possibly a child, sits at the centre of the boat. The legend runs around the outside and reads: SIG.........N.S.BARVN (one…
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2005
Last updated: Wednesday 25th November 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Royston', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NMS-166286
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
Medieval lead seal matrix, flat with pierced lug at upper edge on reverse. Circular, 30 mm. The central design is a 6-petalled flower. The inscription is set between grooves and reads + S' ROGERI : KNIT (Seal of Roger Knight).
Created on: Thursday 15th December 2005
Last updated: Monday 19th October 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fransham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-022D91
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Damaged lead vesica-shaped seal matrix. The matrix has a foliage motif in the centre and an inscription surrounding it reading: S:'AGNETIS FILIE ALAN (Seal of Agnes daughter of Alan). The inscription appears to be complete and the damage at the end of ALAN looks to be where the lead has been split and squashed rather than being missing. The suspension loop on the reverse is missing.
Created on: Wednesday 14th December 2005
Last updated: Sunday 2nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WILT-9B5725
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post medieval copper alloy seal matrix with short hexagonal sectioned handle expanding into a flat trefoil terminal. The matrix itself is circular/ oval with the incised decoration of a horned four-legged animal with tail, apparantly running across a strip of land (depicted by two short horizontal lines), within a circle (flanking the edge). It is 28.5mm in length, the matrix having a diameter of 13x12mm (the edge is slightly damaged). It weighs 3.86g. 17th century.
Created on: Friday 9th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMAS-84EB67
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Published
Cast copper alloy seal matrix, 13th to 14th century. The seal has a pointed oval shape 'vessica' form. On the reverse is a median raised rib, approximately 2.7mm wide, down the length . Near the top of the rib is a lug with a single piercing. The die of the seal has been engraved. The central motif is 21.9mm long by 10.9mm wide. Its upper section contains two figures the larger of the two and is wearing a three pointed crown and is looking outwards. According to David Symons (Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery), the figure is the Virgin Mary, the Crown signifying her as ‘…
Created on: Thursday 8th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BH-840BC4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Hertfordshire
Workflow stage: Published
Approximately two thirds of a heavily corroded and damaged vessica-shaped lead seal matrix of probable mid to late 13th century AD date. The central image appears to depict a fleur-de-lis and the illegible legend runs around the outside. On the reverse there is only a remnant of the lug handle. The object measures 23.8mm long by 19.1mm wide and 3.7mm thick. It weighs 9.41g.
Created on: Thursday 8th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 7th February 2013
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Baldock', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-42ED44
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy seal matrix of 'chess pawn' type medieval and circa 14th century in date. It has a lozenge shaped suspension loop with a circular hole through its centre. The shaft is hexagonal in cross-section and the die circular. It measures 19.6mm in total height and the die is 18.6mm in diameter. The die has a border inscription which read; I CRAKE NOTIS, which means, 'I crack nuts.' In the centre of the die there is a squirrel.
Created on: Monday 5th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Freckenham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-426DE5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a probably lead seal matrix. The object looks to be one quarter of a vessica shaped seal matric. The reverse is flat and plain. The face of the object has an incised line running down the long edge. This is more likely to be a mark caused during the cutting up of the seal rather than decoration, for the line runs through other decorative motifs and the legend surrounding it. The other motifs are uncertain although there appears to be a circle with a pellet in the centre. The legend is difficult to read: there perhaps a G followed by F' A?M. The last letter is probabl…
Created on: Monday 5th December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NMS-0412C2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Published
Medieval Lead seal matrix, flat with slight median rib ending in slightly squashed perforated lug at upper edge on reverse. Circular, diameter 28mm. a crude bust facing dexter within two interlaced concave-sided five-pointed stars. + S’ IOh’IS FIL’ PETRI (Seal of John son of Peter). Five linked oblique lines forming zig-zag line with pellet in each triangular space as a filler at end of inscription.
Created on: Friday 2nd December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Corton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NMS-02FC35
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
Medieval Lead seal matrix, flat, the reverse has letters lightly scratched into it including S, R and C and a sub-rectangular hole has been punched through from the reverse, it has subsequently been folded in half and then straightened by the finder leaving a transverse crease on the face. Pointed oval, 23 x 36 mm. Blank. + S’ … (The unfinished inscription is engraved the right way round on the matrix and therefore appears retrograde on the seal impression).
Created on: Friday 2nd December 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Ashmanhaugh', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: KENT-DC4FB6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval circular seal matrix with a diameter of 27mm. Cast in copper alloy this matrix has a ridge on the reverse, which is triangular in profile with a central circular hole for suspension. The matrix has a central lozenge shape, possibly a shield, with a floral design. An incised line borders either side of the legend, however no impression was provided thus legend remains unknown.
Created on: Wednesday 30th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-DB1005
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead medieval seal matrix, pointed oval shape. Lis at centre. Lombardic legend mostly illegible. The back has a rib down its centre that expands to form a handle at the top. An indentation on the back is likley to be a casting fault.
Created on: Wednesday 30th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: BH-C6B861
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Bedford
Workflow stage: Published
A lead seal matrix of probable early 13th century AD date. The object consists of a circular disc measuring 33.5mm in diameter by 2.6mm thick and with a suspension loop at the top. The corroded and damaged disc has a central image of a fleur-de-lys (with a distinctive central feather or beech-leaf design) within a circular line border. When printed, the legend runs clockwise and reads: + S:WILLELMI:CLERICI (seal of William Clark). Overall, the object measures 46.5mm high by 33.5mm wide and weighs 18.92g.
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2005
Last updated: Saturday 22nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bedford', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: BH-C37C34
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Published
A copper-alloy pointed-oval seal matrix of probable mid to late 13th century AD date. It has a central image of a neatly engraved detailed fleur-de-lis. On the reverse is a central rib and a circular lug, which is located at the bottom, suggesting that the central motif was added upside down.The legend runs clockwise when printed, starting at the top of the fleur-de-lis; there is no initial mark. It has been read as SIG RAN LE COLTE (seal of Ran Le Colte, with Ran identified as a French forename) but there is an apostrophe after the S and the G looks more like a C or and E. The L of …
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th September 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Foxley', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-C28133
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Flat lead vesica shaped personal seal matrix. Dimensions: height 28.2mm, width 17.9mmm, thickness 3.2mm, weight 6.86g.
Created on: Tuesday 29th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 2nd February 2017
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LON-B20D84
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy matrix for a lozenge-shaped seal (35 x 29mm). The matrix depicts a lion rampant left surrounded by crosses with crosslets on three arms and a pointed fourth arm. The design is surrounded by a border of diagonal lines. There is a horizontal line separating the uppermost cross from the rest of the matrix, with three vertical lines below it, as an E on its side. The upper part of the matrix rises to form a sub-hexagonal handle, with three ridges below a pierced trefoil terminal. The upper surface of one point of the lozenge is stamped with a six-pointed star.
Created on: Monday 28th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greenwich', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LEIC-B22BD5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Rutland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a possible blank or unfinished medieval seal matrix, made from lead and pointed-oval in shape, 20mm wide and 22mm high. The object is in a good condition with a grey patina and weighs 6.94g. It is decorated on one side with a raised border and a central raised fleur de lis design. On the other side there is a border which may contain an inscription and inside this is an incised cross and possible oval motif. The object is quite worn and so is difficult to see.
Created on: Monday 28th November 2005
Last updated: Wednesday 6th February 2019
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: IHS-7395A0
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, recorded from impression. A vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, material unknown. Impression shows signs of a damaged surface on the matrix proper; the last few letters of the legend are almost illegible. Device: face and shoulders of a man in profile, facing right. He is clean-shaven, with short, curly hair, on top of which he may be wearing some sort of close-fitting hat. Prominent nose. Device separated from legend by a line; a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: 21 mm x 28 mm (approx.).
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-733933
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
Copper alloy circular seal matrix with waisted hexagonal handle terminating in a single collar topped by an intact circular suspension loop with matching perforation. Device: on a plain background a tonsured male head in profile, facing right, separated from the legend by the remains of a simple line. Inscription: *S WILEMI D' CVNDAL (The seal of William de Cundall). Cundall is in North Yorkshire. Measurements: face 19 mm diameter, handle 20 mm high. This small copper alloy matrix uses a personal name for the legend, around a device of a tonsured male head, presumably intend…
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: GLO-72AB32
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Gloucestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy seal matrix, diameter 19mm, height 6mm, weight 4.74g. A circular seal matrix, that rises to a hexagonal stem on the reverse, this has been truncated at the base. The edges have been hammered over as if the artefact has been used as a rivet. The device on the seal is a crowned G surrounded by foliage on either side, all contained within a circular border. The overall condition of the artefact is good, with a dark green patina covering the whole of the object. This artefact dates to the 14th century.
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Newent', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-7131C0
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
Seal matrix with hexagonally faceted conical handle. Circular field, Virgin and child flanked by two vertical pairs of palms. Dimensions: height 26.9mm, width 24.3mm, thickness 3.8mm, weight 12.57g.
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 2nd February 2017
No spatial data available.

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Record ID: SF-705963
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper-alloy medieval circa 14th century seal matrix of 'chess pawn' type. It measures 25.6mm in height, it has a lozenge shaped suspension loop with a circular hole through its centre. The shaft has a hexagonal cross-section and the die is circular in shape measuring 20.6mm in diameter. In the centre is a 'pelican in her piety' motif - a bird with three chicks in a goblet-like nest, pecking blood from her chest to feed her chicks with. This motif represents Christ sacrificing himself for the world. The inscription around the outside reads SVXPRDIVEI. This appears to be a blu…
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Little Wilbraham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NARC-6FB5E5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy seal matrix of medieval date. The artefact has a faceted ?hexagonal handle terminating in irregular trefoil shaped suspension loop. The face depicts a seated Virgin and child, monkey below. The imagery in addition to the form of this matrix suggests a later medieval date for this object. The legend (see below) reveals that a 'John' would have owned this seal matrix, although the rest of the legend is unintelligible.
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NMS-6E4500
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval Seal matrix, two-sided, matrices (‘A’ and ‘B’) connected by baluster-like stem, larger matrix broken with part of outer edge missing. Matrix ‘A’: Circular, 21 mm. E-shaped device set on its side with downward-pointing bars, above which a vertical line springs from a central annulet to a P-shaped terminal. From one side of the vertical spring two oblique upward pointing lines on the other three. + S HOANFEL………y* (seal of Hoanfel …) // Matrix ‘B’: circular, 15 mm. Three oblique upward pointing lines on both sides of vertical line that springs from a…
Created on: Friday 25th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Postwick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IHS-603774
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Three quarters of a lead circular seal matrix. Missing section is probably the very top of the matrix, meaning that the legend is illegible at that point. Back appears to have been flat and plain, although there may have been a small protrusion at the centre back. Thickened section above may be the flattened remains of the suspension loop. Device: Remains of an eight-petalled compass flower. Measurements: 30 mm x 26 mm; original diameter 30 mm plus.
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-600F44
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Two adjoining pieces of a lead circular seal matrix, some 85% of the total. Missing section is the bottom right, but the edge is also damaged at the top left, meaning that the legend is illegible at that point. Back retains evidence of a cast design, possibly a small fleur-de-lys or double loop in the centre. Small raised section above is the remains of the base of the suspension loop. Device: remains of an eight-petalled compass flower, with the breaks being along the flower petals. Measurements: larger piece (almost exactly half of the original matrix); 32 mm x 18 mm; smaller piece:…
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5FD805
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, design of a fleur-de-lys cast into the reverse. Suspension loop intact at top (bottom of fleur-de-lys). Device of an equal-armed cross within a circle which joins the ends of all the arms; this is in the centre of the device area, with spaces above and below. A line separates the device area from the legend, and a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix face. The inscription reads +S'· WILLI BVLLCEK (The seal of William Bullcek (or Bullcer))
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Saturday 22nd February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5FB398
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, described from description provided and impression. Copper alloy vesica shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, back unseen. Device: under an ornate ogee arch, the standing figure of a mitred figure, crozier in left hand, right hand raised in blessing. Two kneeling angels facing him in niches either side of him; below them, two monks similarly arrayed. Below the figure's feet, a second arch, and below this a winged beast walking right. Objects below beast unclear, possibly the upper torso of three figures? All within a neat beaded line; a similar line marking the outer edge of …
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5F87C1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix with slight bends at edges. Back is in relatively poor condition, but a pattern of dots suggest that it had a semi-raised design of either a fleur-de-lys, with the end of the midrib flaring out to form the uppermost petal and the lug, apparently unperforated, at the base. The other two falls were delineated by dots; alternatively, it may have been a design of three spirals. Device is a semi-abstract floral design consisting of two elegant fleur-de-lys-like falls. Above this, two lines of similar thickness to the falls curving inward to fo…
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5F5362
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, recorded from photograph. A copper alloy seal matrix with circular face and hexagonal handle terminating in a rhomboid suspension loop, circular perforation. Within the loop are the corroded remains of a secondary suspension loop of copper wire. Device: on a shield a stag's head, two large drooping ears visible beneath the antlers; each antler with several tines. The antlers form a cup shape; between them, a cross. Measurements: 19 mm diameter, 21 mm high (approximate measurements).
Created on: Thursday 24th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-4D55B8
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small copper alloy oval seal matrix with hexagonal handle tapering to a triple collar, trefoliar suspension loop with circular aperture above. Device: St Margaret of Antioch rising from the stomach of a dragon. In her left hand she holds a cross staff, the end of which rests in the open mouth of the dragon, whose body forms a curve across the bottom of the image. On Margaret's right there is a large vertical palm frond, symbol of her martyrdom. The device is separated from the legend by a beaded line. Measurements: face 17.5 mm x 23.5 mm, 25 mm tall.
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

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Record ID: SF-490534
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead seal matrix. It is incomplete, broken around all edges, and worn. It is part of a non-heraldic personal pointed oval seal matrix. Of the inscription it is possible to read L ( ) W but no other letters can be determined. Part of a device which may represent a raised hand is present in the centre. The fragment is an irregular shape, 18.78mm by 18.02mm, and weighs 5.45g.
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 8th March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Palgrave', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: SF-485414
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead seal matrix. It is a pointed oval in shape, 30.74mm in length and 15.30mm wide, weighing 8.77g. It is worn flat so that nothing of the inscription or decoration can be determined. The reverse is also plain and worn, with a small patch of applied lead near one pointed terminal, indicating the position of a loop handle now missing. It is similar in shape to a lead seal illustrated in Read, 1995,no 420 .
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 8th March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Palgrave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-457EF7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Doncaster
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead Seal matrix, pointed oval (vesica) in shape and dating to the 13th century. The matrix weighs 10.15g and measures 35.73mm in length, 21.9mm in width and 6.8mm in thickness (including loop). The central motif on the seal matrix is an eight pointed star, possibly representing a Christmas star. The seal has a legend around the outside which reads S'RICARD' B' DV. There is a dot between the two arms of the V implying it is an abbreviation, as is the B. There is no way of knowing exactly what the abbreviation stands for but it is possibly something like 'deo volente' (God willing).
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 27th September 2018
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tickhill', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-456818
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Doncaster
Workflow stage: Published
Copper alloy medieval seal matrix dating to the 14th century. The matrix has a round flat face which tapers into a faceted handle with evidence of gilding. There is a small perforation at the top of the handle for suspension. The matrix has a central motif of a man's bearded face in profile with a bird, perhaps a duck, on top of his head. The ducks bill droops down the back of the man's neck. The legend on the seal is quite worn and difficult to decipher; it seems to be set between beaded lines. It appears to read * IE SV SEL D AMOR (I am a seal of love) with the last two letter…
Created on: Wednesday 23rd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 19th May 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Tickhill', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IOW-3012D7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Isle of Wight
Workflow stage: Published
Incomplete cast silver seal matrix of probable eighteenth century date (AD 1700 - AD 1800). Length 12.2mm, width 10.5mm. Weight 1.34g. The die face of the seal is oval. Viewing an impression, the moulded die depicts a human skeleton holding a spear or arrow in the left hand and an hourglass in the right hand. These features are enclosed by a beaded oval line concentric with the oval outer edge. On the reverse is the stub of the broken handle which appears to have been conical rather than faceted. The seal is in good condition and the break is old.
Created on: Tuesday 22nd November 2005
Last updated: Monday 21st March 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Isle of Wight', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IHS-22DC81
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Upper part of a substantial vesica-shaped (pointed oval) copper alloy matrix which has been broken in two, the larger portion has been lost. Reverse flat other than a damaged raised midrib with a suspension loop at the top. Condition is reasonable, but surface is flaking. Device: upper portion of a floral desig. The whole within a beaded border, and a second border defines the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: face maxima 20 mm x 21 mm; weight 7.5 g.
Created on: Monday 21st November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-228DF6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small vesica-shaped (pointed oval) copper alloy matrix in poor condition; although the piece is complete, the face is flaking, meaning that the impression produced is very unclear. Reverse flat other than a slightly raised midrib with the remains of a broken suspension loop at the top. Device of a collection of items, possibly relating to a hunting theme. On the right, a quiver with three unfletched (?) arrows protruding from the top; on the left, the hilt of a sword or dagger. Below these two items is a narrow, curving item with splayed-out end and streamers or ribbons attached; it…
Created on: Monday 21st November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: CAM-1E9D63
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead vesica seal dating to the fourteenth century AD. The seal is flat and pointed oval in shape. It possesses a semi-circular lug on the underside. The matrix comprises an incised inscription reading 'S NICHOL FIL ETI[...]' which can be translated as 'The Seal of Nicholas son of Eti..'. There is an engraved fleur-de-lis in the central panel. The object measures 28mm in length, 18mm in width and has a thickness of 10mm.
Created on: Monday 21st November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: IHS-E0E331
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Unseen, recorded from impression only. Lead, vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, simple cast fleur-de-lys design on reverse, with intact suspension loop. Device: a cross, the vertical limbs being ears of corn, the horizontal plain. Two small subsidiary ears of corn (or stylized iris petals) either side of the top limb. The lower limb is not entirely clear, but appears to have a person standing in front of it, facing left and holding a longbow in front of him. Device separated from legend by a broken line; a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix face. Legend: +S' MARGE…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Wednesday 11th March 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-E0AB04
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An unusual lead alloy seal matrix. Face is circular, with tapering handle, circular in cross-section, which has been broken at the bottom of the suspension loop; the small piece of metal protruding to the side at the top may have been one side of the suspension loop. Device: a very crude wheatsheaf or possibly fleur-de-lys of three upright elongated pentagons joining at a short horizontal stroke, below which are visible three further short lines. Across the widest part of the pentagons a diagonal line which appears to end in a short streamer or ribbon; two similar streamers are visible…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-E06142
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: York
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, plain back with raised midrib and suspension loop starting just above centre point of same and finishing a loop's length from the top. Device: the upper two thirds, the Virgin, seated on textured seat and facing forward. She is uncrowned, and hold her right hand on her breast. The Child (who is not nimbed) sits on her knee, facing left, his hand reaching up to his Mother's neckband. The bottom third is separated from the upper portion by an arch, below which is visible a demi-figure of a praying cleric, facing left. A beaded line…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-E03374
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead circular seal matrix, damaged across centre with small piece missing. Back plain, with suspension loop projection above top of the piece. Device: within a rather uneven circular frame, a naturalistic iris flower on a textured stem (perhaps an ear of corn?). Remainder of device area is empty. Measurements: 39 mm diameter, thickness 3 mm.
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LIN-E02574
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy seal matrix. The matrix has a circular face and a hexagonally faceted tapering handle terminating with a pointed pierced loop. There is some iron wire in the loop. The face of the matrix has an eagle with its wings splayed out and its head looking left. The legend surrounding reads *PRIVE SVX, meaning "I am a private seal".
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: IHS-E00A11
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Small copper alloy circular seal matrix with hexagonal handle tapering to a single collar, three-sided suspension loop with circular aperture above. Device: a crowned St Margaret of Antioch rising from the stomach of a dragon. In her left hand she holds a cross staff, the end of which rests in the open mouth of the dragon, whose body forms a curve across the bottom of the image. On Margaret's right there appears to be another item which is unclear; it may be a large palm frond, or possibly the figure of a devil. Scene is separated rom the legend by a dotted line. Measurements: approxi…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-DFDF15
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Published
Substantial lead alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix. Back bears an ornate relief fleur-de-lys, with intact suspension loop at the bottom of the same. Device: in a narrow device area, an 8-pointed star, separated from the legend by a line. Inscription reads + S'IOH'IS: IVSTICE: (The seal of John Justice). Separators are three stacked dots. Measurements: 20 mm x 34 mm, 4 mm thick. This piece's very small device area, together with its simple device, suggest that it may be of a relatively early date in the thirteenth century. The legend does not make it clear is whether th…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Monday 21st September 2015
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-DFAD91
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
(Recorded from photographs and owner's description, piece unseen). Circular copper alloy seal matrix, damaged around edges leading to partial loss of some letters. Back plain, with raised sloping midrib and suspension loop at top of same. Device : a swan, wings outstretched, head inclined to left. On its chest a shield of arms, bearing a lion rampant, on a fess three birds (martlets?). Bird's webbed feet are visible below the shield. Device is separated from legend by a beaded line. Measurements: 22.5 mm diameter.
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-DF65C1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Tiny copper alloy seal matrix with oval face and short handle in the shape of a flattened hexagon, broken off before the suspension loop. Piece is in very poor condition, with face thin and badly pitted. Device of a stag's head and length of neck, facing left. The ears are almost horizontal on either side of the head and the branched antlers can be seen behind it. Measurements: 11.5 mm x 13 mm, 5 mm high.
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: NARC-DF24A6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper-alloy seal matrix with oval face and short, broken handle probably dating to the post-medieval period. The handle is central and possibly faceted; it is difficult to tell from the image provided (see notes, below). Depicted on the bordered face is a device probably of a heart pierced by two arrows in saltire, with the fletchings presumably uppermost. The wavy lines stream out from the top of the heart, presumably depicting burning. Either side of the heart is an indistinct object, possibly a tiny burning heart; the depiction is quite crude. This device is echo…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: SWYOR-DBC932
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast, copper alloy, medieval seal matrix dating from the late 13th or early 14th century. The matrix depicts a rabbit or hare (with long ears behind), riding on a boar. The rabbit is blowing a hunting horn. This motif is often found in the medieval manuscripts of the period and represents "'the world turned upside down", or a reversal of the accepted norms of the time. Topics included women taking on men's roles and animals taking on the roles of humans (as this seal shows). Similar seals are recorded where the hare is riding on a hunting dog so the joke is doubled; not only is…
Created on: Friday 18th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Wakefield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-C70F81
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy medieval seal matrix. The flat pointed-oval matrix has a device of a lion passant in the centre. Around the edge is the legend S’GIL GERTI: KOLAND. The legend begins with a short cross and ends with a fleur-de-lis. The reverse of the matrix has an integral loop with a circular perforation. The length is 31.34mm, the width is 20.7mm, and the weight is 9.26g.
Created on: Thursday 17th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cottam', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: HAMP-B6AB42
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix. The handle is hexagonal in section and is slightly waisted. The handle terminates with a rounded loop the circular aperture of which is slightly off centre. The die is sub-circular and the central device is four leaves arranged at ninety degrees to each other, perhaps a four-leaf clover, within a plain raised border with PRIVESV around. Dark patina.
Created on: Wednesday 16th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 7th February 2013
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-B27592
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Fragment of a circular flat lead seal matrix. Picture of a Lion in the centre with an inscription around the edge. Dimensions height 28.4mm, width 15.6mm, thickness 2.8mm, mass 8.95g
Created on: Wednesday 16th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 2nd February 2017
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LON-B20981
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy seal matrix pointed oval shaped (vescia), dating to the late medieval period. The matrix of the seal would once of contained lettering and possible a small design this has complettely eroded away. The back of the seal matrix has a simple loop.
Created on: Wednesday 16th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bankside', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IHS-A3BB71
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A small copper alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, back plain with raised midrib and suspension loop at top. Device: the matrix makes best sense when turned at 90 degrees to the vertical. Device is a wyvern looking back over its shoulder; it is probably intended to be standing on its two limbs. Tail is curved into a loop behind. Lettering area is delineated by a neat beaded line above and below. Measurements: 12 mm x 22 mm.
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A38108
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A substantial copper alloy seal matrix with oval face; flat back with raised suspension loop at top. Piece has been cleaned very harshly, removing all fine detail of central device and lettering in the process. Edge is damaged, and the face appears pitted where not polished flat. Two plough cuts visible, one running vertically, the second horizontally low on the face. Device of a figure in ankle-length robes and a flat-topped headdress standing on a small plinth. The right hand may be raised in blessing, whilst the left arm is bent at the elbow with the hand (no longer visible) at wais…
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A363C7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy, circular seal matrix, back with raised tapering midrib, at the top of which lies a neat suspension loop. Device: within a beaded circle, a wolf salient (rampant). A second beaded line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: diameter 20 mm (approx.).
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A34217
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, plain back with midrib beginning half-way along and rising gently to a neat suspension hook at top. Hook is corroded but intact; matrix is in generally good condition, but the edges are worn. Device: an elegant, curved flowering plant issuing from a low pair of leaves. Two curving tendrils (one each side of the main stem) split again and terminate in tiny, five-petalled flowers, whilst the "stem" terminates in a spray of buds. Device is separated from legend by a dotted line. Measurements: 16 mm x 25.5 mm; weight 5 g.
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Monday 20th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A328A2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, description based on photographs and information received. A vesica-shaped) pointed oval) lead seal with flat back and elongated suspension loop above. Device: on a plain ground, what appears to be a curved flowering tendril of four curved leaves and two shoot tips or buds. A fine line separates the letters and the device, and the bottoms of the letters overlay this line rather than resting on it. Measurements: face perhaps 50 mm maximum dimension including top loop.
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Monday 17th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A305F6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, description based on photograph. Copper alloy seal matrix with circular face and tapering hexagonal handle terminating in a single collar below the remains of a trefoliar terminal. Device: n a plain ground, a shield bearing the arms a bend cotised dancetty. The shield is separated from the legend by a plain broad line; a similar broad line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: face perhaps 20 mm diameter?
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A2DC27
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
Oval silver seal matrix in the form of an oval red-green Roman gemstone (jasper) set in a mediaeval silver mount. Back flat with raised central midrib terminating in a circular suspension loop projecting up above cross that opens the legend. Mediaeval legend on mount. Gem: on a plain ground, a female figure seated on a low Roman chair/stool, cross-struts visible at the side. The figure (Ceres) is turned slightly towards the viewer; her left hand appears to rest on the stool, whilst in her right she holds two ears of corn, looking rather like cones of wool. She wears a band across her …
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-A2B946
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Item unseen, description provided by owner. Silver seal matrix in the shape of a vesica (pointed oval). Reverse is flat with welded raised midrib and small suspension loop at top. Device: on a plain ground, a left forearm and hand issuing from the left-hand side of the seal. The hand grips the jesses of a bird of prey which sits on it; the jesses are visible below the hand. The scene is separated from the legend by a neat beaded line; a similar beaded line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: 20 mm x 31 mm.
Created on: Tuesday 15th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: WAW-8AA141
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
The object is an impersonal Medieval seal matrix, dating to the 13th to 14th centuries. The matrix is a flat-backed type. It is made from cast copper alloy and then has been engraved. The base of the seal matrix is a pointed oval in plan. The reverse of the matrix is flat and undecorated. The reverse has an integral semi-circular lug with a hole in the centre for suspension. The device is a a running stag surrounded by three hounds. The legend reads ‘+ CREDE SOLVM ET EST SATIS’, which David Symons (Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery) translated as meaning ‘Believe only and …
Created on: Monday 14th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LIN-874F27
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete copper alloy vesica shaped seal matrix. The matrix surface is very worn and pitted. There is an incomplete loop on the reverse at one end. The centre of the seal depicts a bird in profile, perhaps a duck. The legend surround it is very worn and unintelligable, perhaps reading: [?SIGILL]VM [? ? ?] G? E? R? E? ?M
Created on: Monday 14th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

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Record ID: SF-85D5E5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Suffolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete worn lead seal matrix of medieval circa 13th century in date. This matrix was originally circular in shape and now just under a half is missing due to old breaks, now worn. It is flat and measures 35.08mm in diameter and 27.5mm in surviving length. It has an integral suspension loop projecting from the upper edge. The front has a central motif which appears to be a stylised fleur de lis. The border legend begins with a cross pattee and reads, S' W[ ]E[ ]E, this is therefore a personal seal, S' meaning 'seal of..' the owners name is however no longer clear and mostl…
Created on: Monday 14th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Fressingfield', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: IHS-52ED55
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix with columnar circular handle terminating in a single collar topped by an intact lozenge-shaped suspension loop. Device: on a plain background a tonsured male head in profile, facing left, separated from the legend by a simple line. Measurements: face 16 mm diameter, handle 20 mm high; weight 8.5 g.
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-510661
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Redcar and Cleveland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix with tapering hexagonal handle terminating in a triple collar topped by a worn trefoliar suspension loop. Device: on a plain background, a long-handled axe or hatchet, blade to the left. A beaded line separates the area of the device from the legend, and a second beaded line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: face 24 mm diameter; handle 30 mm high; weight 19 g.
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-50E2D6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix with tapering hexagonal handle terminating in a single collar topped by an intact circular suspension loop. Device: on a plain background a lion rampant, separated from the legend by a beaded line; a second beaded line defines the outer edge of the matrix face. The inscription reads * SVM LEO FORTIS (I am a strong lion). Measurements: face 17 mm diameter; handle 19 mm high; weight 8.5 g.
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-509CF7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
(Only impression seen; other details of description from owner). Copper alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, plain flat back with raised midrib and suspension loop intact near top of same. Device: a head with a line across the forehead, possibly indicating a tonsure, within a double quatrefoil, facing forwards. Outer line delineates edge of matrix, no separator between device and legend. Measurements: 17 mm x 28 mm.
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5084E2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
(Only impression seen; other details of description from owner) A substantial copper alloy vesica-shaped seal matrix in excellent condition. Reverse plain with raised central midrib and suspension loop at top of same. Device: rather short-legged mule walking from left to right. Seated astride it but with head and upper body turned towards the viewer, the Virgin Mary, holding the Child on her left arm. Her dress reaches the ground and her upper body is disproportionately large, with her head reaching the top of the device area. Below the feet of the mule, in the bottom point of the dev…
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-506265
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A substantial, thick lead matrix in the shape of a kite shield or inverted drop. Reverse plain and flat, stub of missing suspension piece visible at top. Device of an elegant fleur-de-lys with two falling and two rising petals, the upper two of the latter with tips curling towards the central rising stigma, a straight rod with an uneven surface. The rod continues down the central axis of the piece, forming the stem below the junction with the other petals. A single line defines the device space and a second (partially missing due to edge damage) the outer edge of the matrix. Measureme…
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-5032D1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Piece unseen, description provided by owner. A lead, vesica-shaped (pointed ova) seal matrix with suspension loop at the top. Device of an elegant fleur-de-lys with two falling and three rising petals, the outer two of the latter with tips curling towards the central rising petal which has been reduced to a straight rod topped by a small fleur-de-lys in the upper point of the device space. The rod continues down the central axis of the vesica and terminates in a matching inverted fleur-de-lys in the bottom point of the central vesica. A single line defines the device space and a second…
Created on: Friday 11th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-3B7741
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Recorded from photographs. Copper alloy seal matrix with circular face and tapering hexagonal handle terminating in a single collar topped by an intact circular suspension loop. Device: within a beaded edge a squirrel in profile apparently rooting about on the ground, tail laid over its back, facing right. A second beaded line runs around the outside edge of the matrix. Measurements: diameter of face 16.6 mm, handle 22 mm high.
Created on: Thursday 10th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-122648
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy seal matrix with oval face and short handle in the shape of a flattened hexagon, terminating in a single collar and a broken suspension loop. Top third of the face has been snapped off. Device of a heart pierced by two arrows in saltire, fletchings uppermost. Above the heart a series of short lines, and above this, the bottom of a letter; the rest was on the missing portion of the matrix. A tiny burning heart in each of the remaining angles formed by the arrows. Edge of face surrounded by a beaded line. Measurements: 15 mm x 12 mm, 12 mm high; weight approx. 3 g.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-11FFA4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire West and Chester
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy circular seal matrix with tapering hexagonal handle. The suspension loop is missing from the top of the handle and the whole matrix is in poor condition with some of the edge (and consequently the legend) missing. Remnants of silvering visible on face of matrix. Device: the head of a man with a "hat" of a bird facing right. The bird's long neck hangs down behind the man's head, its beak open. A beaded line separates the device from the legend; a similar line may have delineated the outer edge of the matrix, but is now lost. Measurements: originally approximately 18 mm…
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-11D573
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy, circular seal matrix with rear suspension loop. Device: the head of a clean-shaven man, facing left. He wears a hood, or possibly a coif and a hood over this. The "tail" of the hood is a long-necked bird, indicating that the man represented is a fool or jester. Device separated from the legend by a line; a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix face. Measurements: 16 mm diameter. Inscription reads: * IE SV NV TEL (French: "I am none such" or "I know no such)". 14th century.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-11B274
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy oval seal matrix, tapering hexagonal handle terminating in a single collar and a rhomboid suspension loop with circular perforation. Device: at the bottom of the matrix a sleeping lion, head to the left, forelegs hidden under head. Body forms a curve, with the tail forming another curve below. Lion occupies bottom two-thirds of the available device space. Above the lion, two rather indistinct features, probably intended for foliage or fruit; above this, a crown of three points. Device is separated from the legend by a beaded line; a similar line delineates the other edg…
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Tuesday 18th February 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-117786
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix with a small protrusion at the apex. Face shows a small fleur-de-lys at the top of the device area with a vertical line below; four further lines form a rough quadrilateral, opposite corners at either end of the vertical line. Back is completely plain. Measurements: 26.5 mm x 39 mm (including remnants of loop), 5 mm thick.
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-114175
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy matrix with a circular face. Hexagonal handle terminating in a double collar with lozenge-shaped suspension loop above, circular aperture. Matrix in good condition, but legend slightly damaged. Device of "a pelican in her piety", i.e., a female pelican, here perching on the edge of her nest, pecking at her breast in order to draw the blood with which she feeds her three chicks, beaks agape, in the nest below. The bird's body forms an arch across the top of the scene, the nest forming the bottom arc. Her head is at the left, and her tail interferes with the legend o…
Created on: Tuesday 8th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F99232
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Published
A copper alloy, vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix, plain back with raised midrib and suspension loop intact at top of same. The device, placed to run along the vertical axis of the vesica, is a heavy bird with curved beak, walking forwards. Device is separated from the legend by a line; a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix face. The legend reads *S' NICHOLAI D' KILLVM (Seal of Nicholas de Kilham). Measurements: 20 mm x 29 mm. "KILLVM", is the modern Kilham, some nine miles south-east of the findspot. The device on this matrix, a heavy, almost eagle-like, bird…
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Monday 19th October 2015
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F95CD7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Recorded from photographs and finder's information, piece unseen. Large copper alloy circular seal matrix, hexagonal handle tapering to a collar topped with a drilled trefoliar suspension loop. Cevice consists of two figures, that on the left male, on the right female, each holding what appears to be a sapling planted in a pot between them; four dots at the top may belong to this. Both figures are clad in floor-length gowns, and only differentiated by hair length, with the man's being chin length, the girl's half-way down her back. Measurements: 30 mm diameter, approx. 30 mm high.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F92E93
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix, hexagonal tapering handle with circular suspension loop intact at top. Device of, in the centre, a twig-like tree with a nest at the top; in this, a bird facing left. Either side of this two figures rather crudely drawn: on the left, a young man in profile facing right, clean shaven and with jaw-length curled hair and on the right, a rather long head of a woman in profile facing left, no real details visible. Measurements: 17 mm diameter. Inscription: *LOVE ME A_DE_E (Love me and I thee).
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F8B5F3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy vesica-shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix. Back flat other than raised central midrib (set slightly to the right of centre) with suspension loop at top. Device of a crescent with a six-pointed star above and below; rest of device area is empty. Device area separated from text by a fine line; a similar line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. The inscription reads *S' ISOLDE D TOVTHORP (The seal of Isolde de Towthorpe). Measurements: 17.5 mm x 26.5 mm.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 23rd January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F895A3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead vesica shaped (pointed oval) seal matrix with suspension loop protruding above face of matrix. Back flat and completely plain. Device of a fleur-de-lys with unusually long stroke below the junction of the petals, the whole occupying virtually the whole length of the device space. No border separates the device from the legend. Measurements: face maxima 24 mm x 48 mm (including suspension loop).
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-F85AC3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy seal matrix with a tapering hexagonal handle and circular suspension loop with top point. The matrix face is ovoid, its centre offset to one side from the vertical running from the top of the handle. Device of a bird with barred body and semi-raised wing walking left. The lettering area is separated from the device by a fine line, and a similar line delineates the outer edge of the matrix. Measurements: face 15 mm (horizontal measurement runs broadly through bird's chest to tail) x 17 mm; approx. 20 mm tall.
Created on: Monday 7th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-BBF8F2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy seal matrix, flat back with raised central midrib and intact suspension loop at top. Device: within two interlacing squares which form an eight-pointed star, a long-eared hare riding a hunting dog, walking right; the hare holds a raised hunting horn. All within a line deliniating the outer edge of the matrix face. Measurements: approximately 18 mm diameter
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-BBD2D2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy seal matrix, circular face and hexagonal handle topped by damaged suspension loop, somewhat worn. Device of a long-eared hare riding a creature which is probably meant to be a hunting dog, walking left. The body of the "dog" is almost sheep-like and the head unclear; the legs end in three toes, in a manner not dissimilar to that seen on crude heraldic lions of the period. Hare holds a hunting bow in his paw, which is partially drawn; only the upper part of the bow is visible. Devcice separated from legend by a line. Measurements: 20 mm diameter face, 26 mm high.
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Sunday 19th January 2020
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: IHS-BBA315
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Unseen, recorded from impression only. Copper alloy, circular seal matrix, hexagonal handle terminating in suspension loop at top. Device of the Agnus Dei (Lamb of God). A lamb, facing right, looking back over its shoulder at a staff. The lamb's left foreleg is folded under him as he genuflects. The top of the staff is a cross with flared ends, possibly a cross patonce; below this a three-tailed banner bearing a saltire flies to the left from the staff. The base of the staff disappears from view behind the lamb's back. Device is separated from the legend by a line. Measurements: fac…
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-BB76D4
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Description: Unseen, recorded from photographs. Copper alloy, circular seal matrix, flat back with intact suspension loop at top. Device: the Agnus Dei (lamb of God) A lamb, facing right, looking back over its shoulder at a staff. The lamb's left foreleg is folded under him as he genuflects. The top of the staff extends into the lettering area, and forms the cross which opens the legend, whilst the base disappears from view behind the lamb's back. A three-tailed banner flies from the staff on the left. Device is separated from the legend by a line; a similar line marks the outer edge o…
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-B7AAC3
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy seal matrix, circular face. Handle with hexagonal column tapering steadily to a double collar, terminating in an intact lozenge-shaped suspension loop with drilled quatrifoliar aperture. Device of a cross gammadion or tetraskele of four human legs joined by a certral pin within a frame of four curves alternating with four points in the manner of a rose. Measurements: 19 mm diameter x 24 mm high.
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-B73795
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy vesica-shaped seal matrix, reverse plain and flat other than raised midrib with suspension loop intact at top. Although the device is clear, the edges of the matrix are disintegrating and parts of the legend are lost. Device: two shields in pale; the upper bearing three fleurs-de-lys, the lower three lions passant guardant in pale. In the vacant space formed by the conjunction of the upper shield's point and the lower shield's top, a castle with tower on the left and a lion rampant on the right. Device is separated from the legend by a line; a similar line once marked the …
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: LEIC-B33024
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Undated copper alloy object, 34mm long and 23mm wide. The object is in a fair condition with a grey patina and weighs 50.75 grams. The object consists of a thick walled cylinder which has bumps and ridges on its outer surface. The object is hollow at one end and at the other is enclosed. This end is decorated with an incised cross made up of four Lis. This is contained within a border which may have an inscription ? It is reminiscent of a jetton and may date to the same period. It seems to be some sort of roughly made seal matrix.
Created on: Friday 4th November 2005
Last updated: Monday 1st February 2021
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: KENT-9343C7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Published
The original record had no description. The following description was compiled from the photographs. Copper-alloy seal matrix, flat and pointed-oval in shape. The central motif is a very simple engraved cross with seriffed ends. The inscription around is between beaded borders, and reads * S' PRIS. ROGERI DE. OS. PITAL' The meaning of this inscription is currently obscure but it clearly refers to a Roger of the Hospital. Reaney and Wilson note a Geoffrey del Hospital in Somerset in 1210 (1976, 329, under Spittle). The reverse is flat, with a rib at one end which tapers to a po…
Created on: Wednesday 2nd November 2005
Last updated: Wednesday 22nd May 2013
No spatial data available.

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Record ID: IHS-91B734
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Recorded from photographs. Copper alloy circular seal matrix with hexagonal handle terminating in trefoliar suspension loop intact at top. Device of a shield semy of fleurs-de-lys with a label of three points. Device is separated from legend by a beaded line; a similar line marks the outer edge of the matrix face. Measurements: 20 mm diameter, 25 mm high.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: IHS-919931
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix, hexagonal tapering handle terminating in trefoliar suspension loop with trefoliar perforation at top. Device is a very crude rendition of the Virgin and Child. The Virgin, wearing an ornate crown, is standing holding the Child on her right arm. In her left hand she holds a raised sceptre topped with her symbol, the fleur-de-lys. Device is separated from the legend by a line. Measurements: approx. 20 mm diameter, 25 mm high. Find Place: Yorkshire.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-9175F6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead circular seal matrix, damaged across centre due to being folded in centre. Back plain, with no suspension loop remaining; may have been at top originally. Device: in profile, a bird of prey (identifiable by its hooked beak) facing left, its wings are raised as when landing or taking off. The legs are positioned in such a way as to suggest that it is running, which accords with the idea of landing or take-off. Legend separated from device by a line. Measurements: 38 mm diameter.
Created on: Wednesday 2nd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.

Record ID: IHS-8F72A7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: City of Peterborough
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy circular seal matrix, plain back with suspension loop intact at top of central raised ridge. Device of a knight on horseback, sword in raised right hand, looking forwards. He appears to be wearing a fully-developed 'great helm' and carrying a tapered 'knightly sword' (hilt indistinct). He wears a long surcoat but his horse is unadorned. There is some sort of cuff indicated on the sword hand, and fingers are visible gripping the sword hilt. The horse appears to be either springing forward or rearing up slightly. The lettering has obliterated the horse's back legs below the …
Created on: Wednesday 2nd November 2005
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
No spatial data available.