Seal matrix, of convent of Whithorn

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This seal matrix of the convent of Whithorn was found in the garden at Soulseat in Wigtownshire in 1891. Made of brass, the matrix dates from the 14th century.

The matrix depicts the Agnus Dei (Lamb of God) with a chalice beneath its breast.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-688-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.NM 147
• Date: 14th century
  
• Material: Brass
  Seal matrix / impression
  
• Dimensions: 50 mm x 30 mm x 13 mm D
  
• What: Seal matrix / impression
  
• Subject: Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who:
• Where: Scotland, Wigtownshire, Soulseat
  Wigtownshire, Whithorn Convent
  
• Event:
• Description: Brass matrix of the seal of the Convent of Whithorn, found in the garden at Soulseat, Wigtownshire, in 1891
  
• References:
  • Caldwell, D. H. (ed). Angels, Nobles and Unicorns: Art and Patronage in Medieval Scotland. Edinburgh: NMS, 1982 
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