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LOT 1646
Large Medieval Personal Lead Seal Matrix of Thomas Wersgurd
12TH-13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (35.2 grams, 42 mm).
Circular in plan with remains of suspension loop, the thick flan bearing a design composed of a central standing bird looking backwards and raising one wing, surrounding Latin legend '+ SIGILL ThOME DA VVERSGVRD' or, 'Seal of Thomas Wersgurd'; accompanied by an impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Berkshire, UK.
Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.BERK-40C486.
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LOT 1646
Large Medieval Personal Lead Seal Matrix of Thomas Wersgurd
Sold for (Inc. bp): £78
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Opening Bid: £50
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