People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Eustace of Newbiggin (2)

Owner
Eustace of Newbiggin
Matrix Shape
oval
Image description (obverse)
Another seal of Eustace of Newbiggin, this time from an antique gem matrix. The single-sided seal depicts a horse to *dexter*, trampling what may be a *wyvern*, perhaps with a star over its back.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
SIGILL EVSTACII . . . . C EVSTACII (“Seal of Eustace…C of Eustace”). It is unclear what the final part of the seal refers to.
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Newb/1/2
Notes
Dimensions: 1 ¼ × 1 1/16 in. (32 × 25 mm.) SW III, p.528. Durham 2901.