Seal matrix, of the Chapter of Dunkeld

This is the brass seal matrix of the Chapter of Dunkeld. It dates from the 16th century.

The circular matrix depicts St Columba as a bishop. Seated on a throne, he is blessing with his right hand and holding a crosier in his left. At each side is the half-length figure of an angel waving a thurible, and the inscription 'S'Colvmba'.

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Online ID:	000-100-002-639-C
Image Rights Holder:	National Museums Scotland
Project:	0098: National Museums Scotland Project description \| View all records in project
Ref:	National Museums Scotland H.NM 17
Date:	16th century
Material:	Brass
Dimensions:	54 mm Dia x 22 mm D
What:	Seal matrix / impression
Subject:	Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
Who:	St Columba
Where:	Scotland, Perthshire, Dunkeld
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Description:	Brass matrix of the seal of the chapter of Dunkeld, 16th century
References:	Caldwell, D.H. (ed). Angels Nobles and Unicorns: Art and Patronage in Medieval Scotland. Edinburgh: NMS, 1982
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