Record ID: LVPL-B3AAA6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy seal matrix dating from the Post-Medieval to Modern period. The object is cast in one piece, is conical and octagonally facetted. At the top of the object is a hexagonal suspension loop with a perforation which measures 3mm in diameter. Each edge of the loop is decorated with a fleur-de-lis surrounded by gilding. The face of the seal carries a design of cross-hatching in the form of projecting lozenges. Each face of the stem is decorated with foliate decoration and gilding. Dimensions: 28mm in length, 16mm in width, 13mm thick (at the face), 5.9g. It is un…
Created on: Thursday 2nd November 2017
Last updated: Thursday 2nd November 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Etton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-0C7924
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy of Medieval date, (AD 1250-1450). The object is circular in plan with a hexagonally faceted handle. At the top of the handle is lozenge-shaped suspension loop with circular perforation which has an internal diameter of 3mm. The central motif depicts a kneeling figure, probably Mary on the left (when impressed, right when viewed facing), with hands together in prayer. Extending from the shoulders is drapery while vertical ridges on the figure also represent drapery. In the centre of the object is a raised ball/pellet on the impression (pit on the object). To …
Created on: Thursday 20th July 2017
Last updated: Friday 21st July 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Cowick', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-E73929
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy seal matrix of Medieval date, (AD 1250-1450). The object is circular in plan with a six sided faceted handle extending from the reverse. At the top of the handle is a circular suspension loop with an internal diameter of 3.5mm. From an impression, the die depicts an image of a person holding a child. This is possibly intended to be the Virgin and Child (Mary and Jesus) surrounded by an inscription within a double beaded border. Mary is looking down at the child in her left arm. Surrounding the image the legend possibly reads, (S'ROGERI [.....], thi…
Created on: Thursday 7th July 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 15th January 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Thwing', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-530933
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy seal matrix of Medieval date, (AD 1250-1450). The object is circular in plan with a six sided faceted handle extending from the reverse. At the top of the handle is a circular suspension loop with an internal diameter of 3.23mm. The central motif is a boat with a semi-circular hull, mast and two lines of rigging. The design is surrounded by an inscription which reads: ":S'OIVOLAEIA". The object has a dark green patina and is in fair condition.
Created on: Tuesday 13th January 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 14th January 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'South Cave', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-8F82E6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy seal matrix dating to the Medieval period. The object is shield shaped in plan. The reverse has an integrally cast suspension loop. The central motif is possibly a heraldry inspired design with a saltire with cross to left and right and crescent below. The seal reads: S'Lorens * Sovin, which possibly translates as Seal of Laurence of Sovin. The object has a mid brown patina and is in good condition.
Created on: Friday 4th June 2010
Last updated: Thursday 24th June 2010
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Skirpenbeck', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B47064
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy seal matrix dating to the Medieval period. The seal has a circular face with a hexagonally faceted shaft. The object has a quatrefoil attachment loop. The seal matrix has a central device depicting a lamb and flag, around which is the inscription 'ECCE AGNVS DEI'. This translates from the Latin as 'Behold the lamb of God'. Seals with the Lamb of God design were quite common in the fourteenth century, especially in the 1330s. A similar example is no.13, p36, E & P Saunders, (1991). The object has a dark grey patina and is in good condition. The remains of gilding can…
Created on: Tuesday 6th April 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 18th October 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Bishop Burton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-B24194
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy seal matrix of medieval date, (1100-1500). The matrix is a pointed oval in plan and flat in profile. The die features a central motif surrounded by a marginal incised inscription. The remains of a circular suspension loop are on the reverse. The object is worn and both the motif and the legend unclear. The motif is possibly of an ear of corn, while the legend may read (HUINA..ACRACLS). The object is worn and has a mid-green patina.
Created on: Tuesday 6th April 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 18th October 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pocklington', grid reference and parish protected.