NHER 28629 (Find Spot record) - Medieval seal matrix
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Summary
Metal detecting here in 1991 recovered a medieval copper alloy seal matrix. The seal matirx was cicular and had an Agnus Dei motif accompanied by a legend. This seal matrix had very crisp details and was a fine example of its type.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TM29NE |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | SHOTESHAM, SOUTH NORFOLK, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1991. Metal detecting find.
Bronze seal matrix, circular with facetted handle and broken loop.
Two dots to indicate orientation on edge of back.
Motif: Agnus Dei (Lamb with cross and flag) Legend: ECCE AGNUS DEI.
Very crisp details.
Polaroid taken by NCM.
Information from member of the public [1].
Identified by S. Margeson (NCM) 17 February 1991.
W. Milligan (NCM) 25 February 1991.
Associated Sources (0)
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- SEAL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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Record last edited
Jan 28 2014 10:11AM