People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Gilbert, bishop of Whithorn (d.1253)

Owner
Gilbert, bishop of Whithorn (d.1253)
Matrix Shape
pointed oval
Image description (obverse)
Single-sided seal. The bishop, front face with mitre, is depicted on a bracket with a cross hanging from his neck, with his right hand raised in benediction and his left holding a crozier turned inwards.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
S’ GILEBERTI GRACIA DEI CANDIDE CASE EPISCOPI (“Seal of Gilbert, by the grace of God, bishop of Whithorn”)
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
EA/Whit/1/1
Notes
Dimensions: 2 3/8 × 1 ½ in. (60 × 38 mm.) SW I, p.148. Durham 3631 (1).