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Antique gilt metal intaglio fob seal with a thistle engraving and the inscription 'Dinna Forget', period 1800–1850, dimensions 27 × 20 × 12 mm.

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Gilt metal intaglio "Dinna Forget" thistle engraved fob seal. The seal has a rectangular base set with dark green hard stone with a suspension loop, made circa 1880. The seal measures 27 x 20 x 12mm

"Dinna Forget" is a Scots phrase meaning "Do Not Forget" or "Forget Me Not". It serves as a reminder of one's Scottish heritage, home, and important values like identity and family. The thistle is the national flower and emblem of Scotland symbolising bravery, courage, and loyalty, strength, unity, and friendship.
In heraldry, it also represents defiance, austerity, and surliness.

Wax seal stamps were used to create wax impressions for letters, invitations, or gift wrapping.

Gilt metal intaglio "Dinna Forget" thistle engraved fob seal. The seal has a rectangular base set with dark green hard stone with a suspension loop, made circa 1880. The seal measures 27 x 20 x 12mm

"Dinna Forget" is a Scots phrase meaning "Do Not Forget" or "Forget Me Not". It serves as a reminder of one's Scottish heritage, home, and important values like identity and family. The thistle is the national flower and emblem of Scotland symbolising bravery, courage, and loyalty, strength, unity, and friendship.
In heraldry, it also represents defiance, austerity, and surliness.

Wax seal stamps were used to create wax impressions for letters, invitations, or gift wrapping.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Material
Gilt metal intaglio "Dinna Forget" thistle engraved fob seal c.1880
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
27 mm
Width
20 mm
Depth
12 mm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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