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Medieval lead seal matrix
Lead seal matrix, probably of 12th or 13th century date. Circular, incomplete with an area missing from legend. The rear of the matrix is flat and has a rounded lug, without a perforation, bent against the rear. The die has a five-pointed star at the centre, within a concave-sided cross. The encisrcliing legend is incomplete and reads: +S'IE[- -] IAPLEWELIN. Possibly 'Seal of Iewan Ap Llewellyn' suggesting it to be the personal seal of Iewan, son of Llewellyn.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
2013.4H
Find Information
Site Name: Kenfig, Bridgend
Collection Method: metal detector
Notes: Discovered by Mr Alan Leeson of Cardiff Scan Club whilst out metal detecting. No NGR recorded for this find. General find location listed as Kenfig/Pyle/Bridgend.
Acquisition
Donation, 10/1/2013
Measurements
diameter / mm:27.2
thickness / mm:2.5
depth / mm:6.4
weight / g:10.6
Material
lead
Location
In store
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