Medieval Bronze Seal Matrix with Engraved Emblem 13th to 15th Century AD (No reserve price)

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Medieval bronze seal matrix with an engraved emblem, dating to the 13th–15th century AD, featuring a circular face and a short handle ending in a pierced knob; dimensions 1.8 × 1.6 cm, weight 12.13 g, condition Very Good Plus, authenticity Original, acquired in 2026 from a German auction house via a private collection.

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Medieval European Bronze Seal Matrix with Engraved Emblem – 13th to 15th Century AD

A bronze seal matrix with a circular face and a short projecting handle ending in a pierced knob. The engraved face has a border enclosing curved and angular lines that appear to form a personal emblem or mark. Its precise design cannot be identified from the photographs. The handle could have allowed the matrix to be carried on a cord. Dark patination survives in the engraved recesses, with wear across the face and rim.

Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 1.8 x 1.6 cm.
Weight: 12.13 gr

Provenance: Acquired in Germany from an auction house in 2026.

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This item has been legally acquired under European Law.

Medieval European Bronze Seal Matrix with Engraved Emblem – 13th to 15th Century AD

A bronze seal matrix with a circular face and a short projecting handle ending in a pierced knob. The engraved face has a border enclosing curved and angular lines that appear to form a personal emblem or mark. Its precise design cannot be identified from the photographs. The handle could have allowed the matrix to be carried on a cord. Dark patination survives in the engraved recesses, with wear across the face and rim.

Material: Bronze
Dimensions: 1.8 x 1.6 cm.
Weight: 12.13 gr

Provenance: Acquired in Germany from an auction house in 2026.

We guarantee the authenticity of the pieces, backed by the combined experience of our experts spanning more than 40 years. A Certificate of Authenticity (CoA) will be sent digitally by email.
This item has been legally acquired under European Law.

Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
13th to 15th Century AD
Name of object
Seal Matrix with Engraved Emblem 13th to 15th Century AD
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Very good +
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
461
Objects sold
100%
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