Medieval Lead Seal Matrix of Richard

CIRCA 1200-1350 A.D.

1 3/8 in. (18.3 grams, 34 mm).

Vesica-shaped seal matrix with a central eight-pointed star with an extended upright ray, surrounded by a plain border and an inscription reading '+S'RICh'I.DA.RI.' for 'Richard'; the reverse with a shallow rib and a D-shaped suspension lug, and an inked collector's note; accompanied by a museum-quality impression. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found whilst searching with a metal detector in Shepway, Kent, UK.
Property of a Kent gentleman, a specialist medieval collector.

Accompanied by a copy of the British Museum's Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report no.KENT-FB3B75.

CONDITION

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