Record ID: NMGW-A8BA24
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Medieval lead seal matrix of 13th or 14th century date The cast seal matrix is of circular form and is near-complete but heavily-worn (with a maximum diameter of 25.5mm and a weight of 26.1g). The rear of the seal is convex (5.6mm thick) with a sub-rectangular loop at the apex (giving an overall depth of 11.2mm, 11.6mm long, 5.5mm thick and with an internal diameter of 3.8mm). The seal legend is worn and is now difficult to read. The central device is geometric, probably a stylised head. The encircling legend appears to read: + S‘ E I : V A S I C A P E W I h The legend, …
Created on: Wednesday 5th August 2020
Last updated: Monday 1st February 2021
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Record ID: NMGW-9DABD6
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Post Medieval fob seal matrix, probably of mid to late 18th century date. The fob seal is sub-rectangular (12.0 x 9.6mm) and is 5.7mm thick, weighing 1.6g. The rear of the frame is domed with a central piercing to take the fob chain. The intaglio is secured in a gold frame with claw grips. The intaglio is made from black glass, or possibly a stone. At the centre is the carving of a bust of a male figure.
Created on: Monday 21st February 2005
Last updated: Thursday 7th March 2013
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Record ID: NMGW-7AAC02
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead Medieval personal seal matrix, probably dating to the first half of 14th century. The matrix is of pointed oval shape and flat. The rear of the matrix has a perforated lug at the apex (now bent against the back), and a raised rib running along the length of the matrix. The die has a central floral motif consisting of an eight-pointed star. The encircling legend is in Lombardic lettering and is now very difficult to discern. There is the suggestion of letters beginning: S ' THOME (Seal of Thomas) with the second half of the inscription illegible. The surface of the die is cracked …
Created on: Wednesday 28th January 2004
Last updated: Saturday 22nd February 2020
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Record ID: NMGW-A853B2
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Medieval copper alloy seal matrix. This is a personal seal dating from the 14th century. The matrix is flat with a perforated lug and slight low rib on the reverse. The object is intact and in good condition and exhibits coarse file marks on the reverse. The die is circular with a central motif of a tree with three branches and a rampant lion looking right at the base. There are two birds in the branches of the tree. The inscription in Lombadic script reads: S.REGINALDI BVRNEL The seal of Reginald Burnell The seals of Edward Burnell, (motif depicting a triple bush and a crowne…
Created on: Friday 1st August 2003
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: NMGW-6A9747
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Near complete seal matrix probably of 18th or 19th century date. The matrix has a short hexagonally facetted handle, giving way to a double collar moulding, before the loop, now broken. The die is oval with a single incised border. The central motif depicts a sailing ship with three masts and crossed flags. Dimensions: Dimensions of die – 14.3x16.9mm, surviving height – 11.2mm
Created on: Thursday 17th July 2003
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: NMGW-325E65
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Copper alloy seal matrix depicting the ‘Lamb of God’. The seal is a pointed oval shaped with a flat back incorporating a pierced lug at the apex of the matrix. The central motif depicts the lamb viewed from the side and facing to the left (in impression). The lamb’s front leg is raised and it is carrying a banner with three ribbons. The legend is religious and non-attributable. The legend reads: - E C C E A G N U S D E I ‘Behold the Lamb of God’
Created on: Friday 20th June 2003
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: NMGW3344
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Non-heraldic personal vesica-shaped lead, or lead alloy, seal matrix with a central, elongated feathered star design, and longitudinal and transverse ribs (in an arrangement similar to a fleur-de-lis motif) and damaged attachment loop on the reverse. The lower end of the matrix is missing. The legend reads: S' EDIth M.chI 'S (possibly indicating the seal of Edith Michaels). Dimensions 31mm x 22.5mm , weight 12.5 grams. Late twelfth to fourteenth century in date.
Created on: Friday 26th October 2001
Last updated: Wednesday 29th January 2020
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Record ID: NMGW3347
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Non-heraldic personal vessica-shaped lead, or lead alloy, seal matrix with a central, elongated feathered star design, and longitudinal and transverse ribs (in an arrangement similar to a fleur-de-lis motif) and damaged attachment loop on the reverse. The lower end of the matrix is missing. The legend reads: S' EDIth M.chI 'S (the seal of Edith Michaels?). Dimensions 31mm x 22.5mm , weight 12.5 grams. Late twelfth to fourteenth century in date.
Created on: Friday 26th October 2001
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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Record ID: NMGW3167
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Published
Copper alloy seal matrix with a tapering hexagonal-sectioned handle embellished with incised linear decoration and a circular-shaped suspension loop (now partly broken). The handle is marked with a cross, presumably to indicate the top of the seal to ensure its correct orientation. The face of the matrix is oval in shape (19mm x 16mm) and contains a tripartite frame enclosing a central cinquefoil floral motif. The edge and the legend are badly damaged. The surviving element of the legend reads in capitals "..X..ORDO..". The decorative floral motif and letter forms suggest a sixteenth t…
Created on: Tuesday 29th May 2001
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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