SEAL MATRIX 511018

Description: A Medieval (1200-1500) copper alloy circular seal matrix, depicting a central bust facing left (right in the impression) with a star above and to either side. Around is the inscription S'RADVLFI:TVRAVDV To the reverse, behind the start of the legend, is a pierced D-shaped lug (the piercing is circular and 2.49mm in diameter). Extending below this to the opposite edge is a raised, narrowing ridge. The seal matrix measures 23.77mm in diameter, is 8.96mm thick (with loop; without loop the matrix is 3.11mm thick) and weighs 9.86g. Although earlier in date than this seal matrix, the Victoria County History mentions a Rannulf, owner of North Charford manor c.1086, and in the same civil parish as this find.

Date: 1200 - 1500

Object type: SEAL MATRIX

Last import: August 15, 2017