Seal matrix, of the Bishop of Galloway

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This seal matrix of the Bishop of Galloway, John Paterson, dates from the 17th century. It was made of copper.

The Latin inscription on the pointed oval matrix translates as 'The seal of John Paterson, Bishop of Whithorn. For the King and the people.' The matrix fits onto a turned wooden handle with a central knob.

John Paterson (1632-1708) was a staunch Jacobite supporter of episcopacy. After the revolution of 1689 he was banished to England, later being allowed to return to Edinburgh.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-676-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.NM 102
• Date: 1674 - 1679
  17th century
  
• Material: Copper and wood. Inscription: Sig: D. Ioan: Paterson Epis: Cand: Casae. Pro rege et Grege.
  Seal matrix
  
• Dimensions: 95 mm H x 64 mm Dia
  
• What: Seal matrix
  
• Subject: Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who: John Paterson, Bishop of Galloway
  
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• Description: Copper matrix of the seal of the Episcopal Bishop of Galloway, John Paterson, 1674 - 1679
  
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