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LOT 1561
Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Stag's Head
13TH-14TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (8.6 grams, 24 mm).
Composed of a hexagonal stem with collars and trilobate loop, circular die bearing a facing stag's head caboshed, with a cross between the antlers, surrounding Latin inscription 'IESVS MERCI' ('Jesus have mercy on me'); 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-9CFE1B.
The design reflects the visions of St Eustace (2nd century) and Saint Hubert (8th century), who saw a stag with cross between antlers whilst hunting.
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