People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: David of Bernham, bishop of St Andrews (d.1253) (counterseal 2)

Owner
David of Bernham, bishop of St Andrews (d.1253)
Matrix Shape
oval
Image description (obverse)
Counterseal consisting of an antique gem and a depiction, according to Henry Laing, of nymphs mocking Silenus.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
MEMENTO DOMINE : DAVID : (“A reminder of Lord David”)
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
EA/StA/6/2C
Notes
Dimensions: 1 5/16 × 7/8 in. (32 × 22 mm.) SW I, p.84. Durham 3620 (1).