People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

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

Owner
William (I), earl of Ross (d.1274)
Matrix Shape
oval
Image description (obverse)
Counterseal of William, earl of Ross, from an *intaglio* gem matrix. The seal depicts a goddess with a long robe, seated on a horse *reguardant* and holding a sceptre. In the field are the letters K˫IA.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
S. DOMINI WILLELMI COMITIS DE ROS (“Seal of Sir William, earl of Ross”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Ross/1C
Notes
Other features: beaded borders. Dimensions: 1 × 7/8 in. SW III, p.566.