Medieval 'Initial R' Stamp Seal Matrix
Copper-alloy, 8.06 grams, 26.44 mm. Circa 14th century AD. A cast copper-alloy chessman seal matrix with round base, hexagonal column and flat loop. The matrix design comprises an ornate initial 'R' between small crosses within a ropework border. Reference: Pateman, B. Collecting Seals. An Illustrated Guide to Dating, London, 2008. Very fine condition. Provenance: found Dartford, Kent, UK.