People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Richard (de Natherton?), bishop of the Isles (d.1275) (counterseal)

Owner
Richard, bishop of the Isles (d.1275)
Matrix Shape
oval
Image description (obverse)
Counterseal, matrix of antique gem, depicting a horse’s head terminating in a bearded human head.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
ASCENDE CALVE AS[…S]ALVE
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
EA/Sodo/1/1C
Notes
Dimensions: 7/8 × ¾ in. (22 × 19 mm.) SW I, p.151. Durham 3211 (2).