People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Patrick, earl of Dunbar (d.1232) (counterseal)

Owner
Patrick (I), earl of Dunbar (d.1232)
Matrix Shape
oval
Image description (obverse)
Counterseal, used with the earl's second seal. The matrix was formed from an antique gem and depicts a female head in profile to *sinister*.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
BRISEZ VAEZ LISEZ CRAEZ (“Break, look, read, know”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Dunb/3/2C
Notes
Dimensions: 1 × 7/8 in. (25 ×22 mm.) SW II, p.334. Durham 2805 (2).