Record ID: WILT-DE9943
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy seal matrix of Medieval date. It has a flat circular die with hexagonally faceted conical terminal that tapers to flattened, lozenge shaped suspension loop with central circular aperture. The die carries a single motif formed from a large letter W with stylized crown above and fronds to the side, within an inner circle. A similar seal matrix is published by Harvey and McGuinness (1996: fig. 88), who note that the use of single letters such as this probably represented the initial of the owner (Harvey and McGuinness, 1996: p. 93). The letter W is amongst a grou…
Created on: Wednesday 12th April 2017
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd May 2017
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pitching Piece', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-B63548
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A post medieval copper alloy fob seal matrix. The upper body of the matrix is pyramidal, while the lower portion has near-vertical sides, the whole covered in incised lines including scallop shells. From the top of the pyramid an openwork framework (slightly bent), with floral flourishes, supports a node drilled through to receive an attachment ring. The ring is split lengthwise so that it can be removed when needed. The base of the pyramid contains a rectangular intaglio of a very pale mauve stone, with chamfered edges. A scene has been engraved on it, consisting of a draped figur…
Created on: Monday 23rd February 2015
Last updated: Tuesday 24th February 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Willoughby Hedge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WILT-34F8AF
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A worn copper alloy seal matrix of Medieval date. It is flat, pointed oval or vesica in shape. On the front face is a central die depicting an unknown scene. This is surrounded by a legend that is illegible due to erosion. The back is flat with a central longitudinal casting ridge. At the top in an integral broken attachment loop.
Created on: Wednesday 12th November 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 13th May 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'West Hill', grid reference and parish protected.