People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: William, earl of Ross (1)

Owner
William (I), earl of Ross (d.1274)
Matrix Shape
round
Image description (obverse)
First of three seals of William, earl of Ross; the only seal in use prior to 1286, and used in conjunction with his counterseal. The seal depicts arms of three lions *rampant*.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
S’ WILLELMI : COMITIS : DE : ROS : (“Seal of William, earl of Ross”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Ross/1
Notes
Other features: beaded borders. Dimensions: 1 5/16 in. diameter. SW III, p.566 (and refer there for William's two later seals).