Seal matrix, of Forfar Prison, Angus

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This brass seal matrix, with wooden handle, is from Forfar Prison in Angus. It dates from the 19th century and was used for stamping wax seals with the prison insignia.

The matrix depicts a key with the inscription 'Forfar Prison'.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-692-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.NM 180
• Date: 19th century
  
• Material: Brass and wood. Inscription: FORFAR PRISON
  Seal matrix
  
• Dimensions: 87 mm H x 18 mm seal D x 21 mm top D
  
• What: Seal matrix
  
• Subject: Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Where: Scotland, Angus, Forfar
  
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• Description: Brass matrix of the seal of Forfar Prison, with a wooden handle
  
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