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LOT 1919
Medieval Lead Personal Seal Matrix for John
ENGLAND, 1100-1300 A.D.
1 in. (13.1 grams, 27 mm).
Discoid type with central intaglio eight-pointed star; Latin inscription to border '* S' IOH'S W[...]'; possibly '* S' IOH'S F WILL' for 'Sigillum Iohannis filii Willelmi' (Seal of John, son of William). [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound Harrold, Bedfordshire, UK.
Recorded with UKDFD no.44886.
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LOT 1919
Medieval Lead Personal Seal Matrix for John
Estimate £30 - 40€35 - 46 (for guidance only)$41 - 54 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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