Seal matrix

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This brass seal matrix of a monk of Crossraguel Abbey in Ayrshire was found in a drain at the abbey. It dates from the 13th century.

The upper part of the leaf-shaped matrix has a half-length figure of the Virgin with the Child. Below is a depiction of a monk in adoration.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-694-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.NM 201
• Date: 13th century
  
• Material: Brass
  Seal matrix / impression
  
• Dimensions: 33 mm x 20 mm x 10 mm D
  
• What: Seal matrix / impression
  
• Subject: Jewellery: seals, stamps (NMAS Classification)
  
• Who: Virgin and Child
  
• Where: Scotland, Ayrshire, Crossraguel Abbey
  
• Event:
• Description: Brass seal matrix of a monk, found at Crossraguel Abbey, Ayrshire, 13th century
  
• References:
  • Caldwell, D.H. (ed). Angels Nobles and Unicorns: Art and Patronage in Medieval Scotland. Edinburgh: NMS, 1982 
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