NHER 21507 (Find Spot record) - Medieval seal matrix
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Summary
This 14th century circular seal matrix with a conical pierced handle is decorated with lions and a legend which reads LISE.TEGE.DET (read and keep secret). It was found by a metal detectorist.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TF62SE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | CASTLE RISING, WEST NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1985. Metal detecting.
Found on playing field.
Circular seal matrix with conical pierced handle. One of a group of 14th century matrices with lions and whimsical legends. Legend seems to be LISE.TEGE.DET (read and keep secret).
Identified by S. Margeson (NCM).
A. Rogerson (NAU), 3 July 1985.
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF57722 Record Card: NAU Staff. 1974-1988. Norfolk Archaeological Index Primary Record Card.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- SEAL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
Related NHER Records (0)
Record last edited
Oct 13 2005 4:41PM