Record ID: HAMP-609305
Object type: SEAL MATRIX
Broad period: MODERN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete modern gold fob-seal matrix with inset gem die (19th century AD). The artefact is very ornate with moulded foliate decoration. The die is rectangular with rounded corners. It is of a purple gem, probably amethyst, with a flat field and bevelled and faceted edges. Carved in intaglio in a 'Gothic' (Blackletter) script is the plea 'Remember me'. The lower element in which the die sits measures 18.75 by 16.25mm by 9.07mm high. Concealed in the top of the lower element is a small plait of hair under glass. This niche measures 10.65 by 8.7mm externally. The element is attach…
Created on: Wednesday 17th October 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
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