RecordSeal< 1 of 1 > Back from Newtyle Churchyard, Angus
SealThis lead seal with crossed keys design is from Newtyle Churchyard in Angus. It dates from the 16th or 17th century. The crossed keys design indicates that the seal comes from the town of Leyden in Holland. Lead seals like this were used to seal consignments of merchandise imported from Europe. The seal was formed by squeezing a lead blank with a pair of pliers over the cords that secured the sack or container for the goods. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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