Seal - Ancient Lacquer Seal

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Paula Martin-Calero Toro
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A red lacquer seal with the Netherlands crown crest and the motto Je Maintiendrai, dating to 1850–1900, mounted on a yellow silk ribbon and appealing to archival or heraldic enthusiasts.

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Antique Wax Seal with the Coat of Arms of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Original Rare Perfect for collection

I am selling an original, old wax seal in red, on an original yellow silk ribbon.
The seal comes from a state higher education institution in The Hague — 'Rijkshoogeschool te ’s-Gravenhage'.
Probably used for authenticating diplomas or official documents in the first half of the 20th century.



Dane

• Material: lac (surgical wax)
Ribbon: silk, gold-yellow.
In the center: the coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Netherlands with a crown and the motto 'Je Maintiendrai'.
Stan: very good for its age, no cracks, clear details.



Historical context

Such seals were handmade and used exclusively in official documents. They are now rare, mainly found in archives and museum collections.

Antique Wax Seal with the Coat of Arms of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Original Rare Perfect for collection

I am selling an original, old wax seal in red, on an original yellow silk ribbon.
The seal comes from a state higher education institution in The Hague — 'Rijkshoogeschool te ’s-Gravenhage'.
Probably used for authenticating diplomas or official documents in the first half of the 20th century.



Dane

• Material: lac (surgical wax)
Ribbon: silk, gold-yellow.
In the center: the coat of arms of the Kingdom of the Netherlands with a crown and the motto 'Je Maintiendrai'.
Stan: very good for its age, no cracks, clear details.



Historical context

Such seals were handmade and used exclusively in official documents. They are now rare, mainly found in archives and museum collections.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
0.1 kg
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Netherlands
Material
the
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
10 mm
Width
12 cm
Depth
12 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Ancient Lacquer Seal
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