Record ID: WAW-DCEA97
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast copper alloy pedestal seal matrix, of Medieval date (c. 1250 - c.1350 AD). The seal matrix has a circular die, with a tapering handle. The handle has a hexagonal cross section. The suspension loop is broken. Two raised ridges (collars) are present just below the suspension loop on the handle. There are no marks on either of the six sides to aid orientation during use. The die depicts four leaves arranged in an quatrefoil design, surrounded by the legend around the edge. The legend is not easily legible. The seal matrix is a dark gree…
Created on: Wednesday 12th January 2011
Last updated: Monday 24th January 2011
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Record ID: WAW-DDD373
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead alloy seal matrix, of Medieval dating (1200 to 1400 AD). The matrix fragment is sub rectangular in plan, and rectangular in cross section. Approximately a quarter of the device survives, and consists of several letters of the inscription running clockwise around the edge of the device, surrounding the central design. The surviving part of the design consists of a lower curled petal, probably the lower leaf of a fleur de lys / lis. It is possible to read the letter D as part of the inscription. The back of the matrix is plain and undecorated. …
Created on: Wednesday 12th January 2011
Last updated: Monday 24th January 2011
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Record ID: WMID-731C35
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper pedestal / pendant alloy seal matrix, of Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). The body of the matrix consists of an unusually shaped flat pedestal or handle consisting with a crescent shaped projection in the middle, which narrows as it extends upwards towards the circular suspension loop, with three rectangular knops located at the cardinal points. The suspension loop is complete, and has an internal diameter of 3.6 mm. No orientation marks are present.. The die or seal face is sub circular in plan, with a diameter of 16.6 mm. The die / seal face is c…
Created on: Tuesday 10th December 2013
Last updated: Thursday 16th January 2014
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Record ID: WMID-2EE977
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy pedestal / pendant seal matrix, of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1400). The body of the matrix consists of a pedestal, created from a conical tapering column with six sides. This terminates in a single moulded band, comprised of one horizontal rib, with a groove above and below, below a rounded loop. The suspension loop is incomplete. No orientation marks are present around the base of the matrix. The die or seal face is sub circular in plan, with a diameter of 14.7 mm. The die / seal face is complete. The die is crudely cut. The central devi…
Created on: Thursday 19th December 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-7BFD00
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
A complete cast copper alloy seal matrix, of 14th-century date. It has a conical handle with six irregular tapering sides. These terminate in a single moulded band, comprised of one horizontal rib, below a rounded loop. The suspension loop is complete, and has an internal diameter of 2.31 mm. No orientation marks are present around the base of the matrix. The die or seal face is sub circular, with a diameter of 18.76 mm. The die is complete and well cut. The central device is clear but quite stylised, and the letters are legible. The central device of the seal depicts a rampant q…
Created on: Wednesday 24th April 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-97ADBA
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy impersonal pedestal / pendant type seal matrix, of Late Medieval dating (AD 1400 to AD 1500). The body of the matrix consists of a pedestal, created from a six sided tapering column. These terminate in an incomplete trefoil knop, with a circular suspension hole in the middle. The suspension loop is complete, and has an internal diameter of 2.6 mm. Three horizontal collars separate the suspension loop from the rest of the handle. The handle is flat and is orientated horizontally. The die or seal face is sub circular in plan, with a diameter of 18.2 mm. …
Created on: Wednesday 18th March 2015
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-26A3D1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper pedestal / pendant alloy seal matrix, of Medieval dating (AD 1250 to AD 1400). The body of the matrix consists of a pedestal, created from a six sided tapering column. These terminate in a single moulded band, comprised of one horizontal rib, below a rounded loop. The suspension loop is complete, and has an internal diameter of 2.5 mm. An orientation mark consisting of a semi circular punch is located on the side of the matrix that is closest to the top of the matrix design. The die or seal face is sub circular in plan, with a diameter of 19.0 mm. The …
Created on: Thursday 31st October 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-26DC76
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy 'vesica' type seal matrix, of Medieval dating (c. AD 1250 to c. AD 1350). The seal matrix is a vesica shaped die (oval with pointed ends), with an complete tab handle, with a circular suspension hole. The hole has an internal diameter of 2.0 mm. The handle has a rectangular cross section. The handle is located at the top of the die. The reverse is plain and undecorated. The die depicts a possible wheat stalk, surrounded by the legend around the edge. The legend is hard to read. The legend probably reads as +S VICI MILICFIT. A cross pattee notes …
Created on: Thursday 31st October 2013
Last updated: Wednesday 17th March 2021
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Record ID: WMID-B54312
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Published
An incomplete silver seal matrix of Post medieval dating (17th Century AD). Around 75% of the seal matrix is present, as the handle is incomplete. The seal matrix is of the pedestal or pendant type, with an oval die. The pedestal has five facets and tapers to a two banded collar. No orientation marks are present on the base of the pedestal. Above the collar is the base of an openwork trefoil shaped handle, with three old breaks beginning present. The die consists of a plain narrow band around the edge, then a twisted or ropework border, followed by a plain narrow border. Within …
Created on: Tuesday 19th May 2015
Last updated: Thursday 12th January 2017
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Record ID: WMID-66AAC2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Warwickshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy seal matrix, of probable Late Post Medieval dating (AD 1600 to AD 1800). Around 50% of the seal matrix is present, consisting of the base (or device) and part of the handle. The handle is incomplete, with the rest missing, presumed lost in antiquity. The remains of the handle consist of a crescent shape, with the base secured to the oval device. The device is oval in shape. The device depicts a horse and rider, facing right (left if viewing an impression). Due to the poor condition of the device, no impression was taken. The seal matrix measures 13.…
Created on: Thursday 10th April 2014
Last updated: Thursday 10th April 2014
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