People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Alan Durward (d.1275)

Owner
Alan Durward (d.1275)
Matrix Shape
round
Image description (obverse)
Single-sided depicting Alan on horseback to *sinister*, wearing armour and a plumed helmet, holding a sword in his right hand and a shield in his left. His horse wears long caparisons and a plume on its head.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
SIGILLV AL[ANI] OSTIARII (“Seal of Alan the usher”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Dur/1
Notes
Dimensions: 1 5/8 in. diameter. SW II, p.341.