Christian Brass, Wood Ecclesiastical Seal - 12 cm

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Clément Floch
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Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.

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Description from the seller

Ancient ecclesiastical seal – 19th century

Old brass seal mounted on a turned wooden handle, bearing the imprint of a mitred bishop holding his crozier. The peripheral legend reads: “S. AIGNAN DE MOULINS-LES-NOYERS · Près Dᵢocᵉˢᵉ DE SENS”

This is clearly a parish or confraternity seal, probably made in the 19th century judging by the engraving style (naive yet neat line work, classic text layout, regular capital letters) and the shape of the handle.
The brass shows an authentic, old patina, without overpolishing.
The wooden handle has a few purple ink stains, typical of use in an old rectory or sacristy.

Dimensions: Total height: 12 cm - Diameter of the matrix: 3.5 cm

Provenance: Private collection.

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Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Ancient ecclesiastical seal – 19th century

Old brass seal mounted on a turned wooden handle, bearing the imprint of a mitred bishop holding his crozier. The peripheral legend reads: “S. AIGNAN DE MOULINS-LES-NOYERS · Près Dᵢocᵉˢᵉ DE SENS”

This is clearly a parish or confraternity seal, probably made in the 19th century judging by the engraving style (naive yet neat line work, classic text layout, regular capital letters) and the shape of the handle.
The brass shows an authentic, old patina, without overpolishing.
The wooden handle has a few purple ink stains, typical of use in an old rectory or sacristy.

Dimensions: Total height: 12 cm - Diameter of the matrix: 3.5 cm

Provenance: Private collection.

Photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.

The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Culture
Christian
Century/timeframe
XIXè siècle
Name of object
Ecclesiastical Seal
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Brass, Wood
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
12 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1000
Width
3.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
3.5 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
BelgiumVerified
1447
Objects sold
98.8%
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