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LOT 1758
Medieval Lead Seal Matrix for Roderick Son of Robin
LATE 13TH CENTURY A.D.
1 3/8 in. (19.1 grams, 34 mm).
Vesica-shaped with remains of loop to the reverse; central starburst motif surrounded by a legend reading '+S' RODI FIL ROBI' for 'seal of Roderick, son of Robin'; supplied with a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Paul Moore, West Sussex, UK, 1990s.
Accompanied by an old laminated dealer's ticket.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.
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