Record ID: LVPL-278A6C
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete vesica-shaped (pointed oval), copper alloy gilded seal matrix of a churchman of the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1300). The seal depicts a deeply inscribed image of the Virgin Mary seated with the child Jesus under a Gothic canopy. In the base, under an arch, there is a kneeling figure, likely a monk praying. Around the edge is the inscription: VIRGO DEO NOTA WILLELMI SVSCIPE VOTA (Sign of William who has undertaken his vows to God). The back of the seal is undecorated with a rearward projecting suspension loop at one end. Gilding is present on the majority of the s…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd May 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 19th July 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-AE2B31
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete copper alloy seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400).  The object is vesica in shape (pointed oval). To the reverse is an integral loop at the top of one point and the face presents a die with clear incised details. In the centre of the die a is a lion rampant within an incised border. Surrounding the image is the inscription: SIGVM SALVT the Latin phrase for 'Sign of Salvation. The matrix has a dark brown patina and a roughened surface. Dimensions: Length 28mm; width 17.4mm; thickness 2.6mm; weight 8.24g
Created on: Monday 3rd April 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 18th April 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-934804
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy seal matrix of post-medieval date (c.AD 1200-1400). The body of the matrix is in the shape of a pointed oval (vesica). The legend that runs around the circumference of the face reads ‘+SIG:RICARD W PRESTON’ which is flanked by beads on both sides. The central motif is of a lion rampant, facing left. The reverse features and integral single loop at the top of the seal, from which a ridge projects that tapers to the bottom point. Dimensions: Length 31.5mm, Width 20.3mm, Thickness 8.3mm, Weight 10.83g
Created on: Thursday 19th January 2023
Last updated: Thursday 16th February 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-8EDBD1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure case 2022 T957 Description: A complete silver seal matrix dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1600-1750). The die is oval and has incised details; in the centre is a griffon’s head erased, facing right (left when stamped) with tongue out. It is surrounded by a beaded border. Integral to the die is a conical handle with six faceted sides. The terminal of the handle has a rounded loop with a single rounded collar below and a small knop above. Dimensions: Length 18.46mm; width 3.32mm; die length 13.52mm; width 11.06mm; weight 3.92g Discussion: This type of seal mat…
Created on: Wednesday 26th October 2022
Last updated: Wednesday 21st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-813BA5
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1300). The matrix is flat and circular with an integral suspension loop positioned at the top edge and loops to the reverse. Both faces are decorated. The die face has an incised details that include a border around the outer edge and a circular in the centre. Between the border and circle is the inscription which reads: 'S’ RICARDI FILI ROGERI FABRI:'. This likely means 'Seal of Richard, son of Roger the (Black)smith'. The inner circle depicts a cross in the centre with fleur ter…
Created on: Friday 8th July 2022
Last updated: Monday 8th August 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D2543D
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy circular flat seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1300-1400). The matrix is circular in form with a raised rib on the reverse with an integral pierced lug. The die bears a central image of a bounding lamb and flag. Surrounding the central image is an engraved circle, which is surrounded by an inscription that reads: ' + ECCE ANGNVS DEI'. Ecce agnus dei translates to 'behold the lamb of God'. This inscription has an additional 'N' in 'AGNVS' which is likely a die error. The two letter 'N's are also not engraved backwards, so when struck, they will appear…
Created on: Wednesday 18th August 2021
Last updated: Saturday 4th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D14C5A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A copper alloy seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400). The object is conical with a hexagonal handle that rises from a circular die. The handle consists of a tree ribbed collar, atop of which is a lozenge shaped suspension loop with a circular perforation. No orientation mark is visible on the handle. The die is circular and has a central design bearing a heraldic shield. The shield is split into thirds by two evenly spaced horizontal division lines, the upper third with two roundels (dots) and the lower third with one. Above the shield, there is a small …
Created on: Wednesday 18th August 2021
Last updated: Saturday 4th September 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-1728D8
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete copper alloy seal matrix dating to the Medieval period (c.AD 1200-1400). The die is oval in shape and has a conical handle with six facets. The terminal of the handle has a rounded collar followed by the suspension loop that is incomplete. The die is incomplete and corroded. The central motif is that of a crescent moon and six-pointed star and an indiscernable motif. The motif is surrounded by an illegible inscription that is too damaged to decipher. Dimensions: Length 16.38mm; die width 13.38mm; handle thickness 3.7mm; weight 3.78g Examples of seal matric…
Created on: Wednesday 27th January 2021
Last updated: Wednesday 17th February 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Much Wenlock', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-1FACCE
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A mostly complete cast copper alloy seal matrix dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1350). The seal is shield shape in form with incomplete integral suspension loop on the back. The face is flat and presents and engraved design of a forward facing stag's head, complete with large antlers that curve above its head. The design is situation within a shield shaped border. On the outer edge of the border is an inscription that is mostly damaged, it reads +S [...] T [...]. It is likely a personal seal which stated 'The seal of [...]', as indicated by the 'S' at the beginning of th…
Created on: Friday 4th September 2020
Last updated: Monday 8th November 2021
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Baschurch', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-648552
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Treasure case 2020T869 Description: An almost complete cast silver seal matrix dating to the post medieval period (c.AD 1650-1750). The die is oval in shape and has a conical handle with six facets. The terminal of the handle is a globular suspension loop with a double rounded collar beneath. The die is engraved with a shield and mantling, a feature is present above the mantle in the centre but the identity of this is unclear due to damage. The shield is engraved with a pair of horses or mules in the courant (trotting) pose and are positioned back to back and over la…
Created on: Friday 14th August 2020
Last updated: Friday 30th October 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke upon Tern', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-00F0F7
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A silver seal matrix dating from the 17th or early 18th century. The matrix face is oval and the conical handle has six facets. The terminal of the handle is an openwork tri-lobed suspension loop, the top loop of which is incomplete. There is a thick hexagonal double collar between the loop and the shaft. The matrix face has a beaded border and the central design is of a crown over a heart pierced by two crossed arrows. There is a very small rounded symbol in each angle of the arrows, except the angle filled by the crown. These are probably intended to be drops of blood, mak…
Created on: Tuesday 13th December 2016
Last updated: Wednesday 16th March 2022
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Stoke upon Tern', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-126B5A
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy medieval seal matrix,c1200-1500. The matrix has a circular face at the centre of which is a gauntlet at the centre flanked by a heart and shamrock. There are traces of a legend around the end of the seal but this is damaged and illegible. The hexagonal, facetted conical handle terminates in a circular suspension loop. The surface of the object is worn and pitted. Height: 21.45mm; diameter: 19.71mm; weight: 7.6g
Created on: Tuesday 20th September 2016
Last updated: Tuesday 20th September 2016
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Oswestry', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-D2F2E1
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy(?) seal matrix, probably dating AD1400-1500 with possible traces of a white metal coating. The object is of the pedestal or chess piece type. It has a hexagonal body, flaring at the base and a circular suspension loop at the top, separated by a collar. The die is circular and depicts a rampant lion. The inscription reads S'DAVID AP EYNON (seal of David son of Eynon - Eynon or Einon being a common old Welsh name). The object is dark grey in colour. Dimensions: height: 21.22mm; diameter of die: 18.29mm; weight: 7.1g.
Created on: Wednesday 6th January 2016
Last updated: Saturday 22nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Llanymynech', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-4990E9
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper-alloy fob-seal matrix of Medieval date. It has a flat circular die with hemispherical terminal that tapers to an oval suspension loop with circular aperture. The face is engraved with a central agnus dei image with the legend [*LIGILOVLGHGIL] surrounding. Or perhaps more likely an owl, the inscription reading [hEIL OVLE hEIL] (hail, owl! hail!)
Created on: Tuesday 27th May 2014
Last updated: Thursday 3rd September 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Great Ness', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-060656
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast copper alloy seal matrix dating to the Medieval period. The object is hexagonal in plan with a faceted handle. The handle tapers towards a collar below the suspension loop. The suspension loop has a circular perforation with an internal diameter of 3mm. The object depicts a squirrel facing right (left in the impression), seated on its haunches, its tail curled along its back, front paws raised and pointed ears back. Surrounding this reads the legend JE SV SEL NV - I am like no-one? Wildlife, particularly squirrels, hares and rabbits appear frequently on matrices of this ty…
Created on: Friday 28th February 2014
Last updated: Thursday 6th March 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Prees', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A79547
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A flat pointed-oval copper alloy seal matrix. The central motif is very worn but consists of a linear pattern with the remains of a relief border. The reverse face has a small lug at the base of the seal. The seal has a brownish green patina.
Created on: Thursday 2nd August 2012
Last updated: Sunday 2nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whixall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-A78595
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A flat pointed-oval copper alloy seal matrix. The central motif is very worn but consists of a linear pattern with the remains of a relief border. The reverse face has a small lug at the base of the seal. The seal had a greyish green patina.
Created on: Thursday 2nd August 2012
Last updated: Sunday 2nd February 2020
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Whixall', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-DAAE11
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
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 shaft has broken away just above the face. The seal matrix has a central device of a coat of arms depicting a fox to the left. To the right of the shield is a pointed oval above which is a 'zigzag' with a line through the centre. Around the shield the inscription reads + S'IOHAN HIS' PITTIN. The face of the seal has a beaded inner and outer circle. The object has a dark green patina and is in good condition.
Created on: Wednesday 11th January 2012
Last updated: Wednesday 21st November 2012
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Shrewsbury area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-246236
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead circular seal matrix from the Medieval period, dating to c.12-1400. The seal is circular and flat with an attachment loop on the reverse which has been squashed. The back is plain but on the front is a design with a legend around the edge. The design is made up of a central circular dot surrounded by 8 radiating lines. They form a pattern almost like a 8 pointed star. 2 of the lines have 2 small projecting arms each close to the terminals. The legend is unclear as the letters are worn. What can be made out is ‘+_MAW_N__M V_…
Created on: Tuesday 30th September 2008
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-595E98
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Cast copper alloy double ended seal matrix from the 18/19th centuries. It has a very dark green and smooth patina. Both ends of the matrix are oval in shape, one face is bigger than the other. The biggest one, measuring 16mm in diameter shows a dragon rampant to the right. The smaller face is 10mm in diameter and depicts an upright bird (possibly a crow/raven), facing right. The two matrices are joined together in the middle. There is a 4-petalled flower with a circular central perforation in between the 2 matrices.
Created on: Thursday 22nd November 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded.