Find Spot record MAB49718 - INCHDREWER
Please read our guidance about the use of Aberdeenshire Historic Environment Record data.
Summary
A 16th-17th century lead seal matrix found by metal detecting.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Map
Location
| Grid reference | Centred NJ 6500 6000 (40m by 40m) Location only - Point |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | NJ66SE |
| Authority | Aberdeenshire |
| Civil Parish | Banff |
Type and Period (1)
Full Description
A 16th-17th century lead seal matrix found by metal detecting. It bears a damaged legend in black letter script and heraldic arms on a round-bottomed shield. Interspersed with the legend are vegetal motifs. The arms are horn in chief and mullet. On the back is a plain lug which may be a tang for a more elaborate but now missing handle.
ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND, 2019, DISCOVERY AND EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, NEW SERIES, VOLUME 19, 2018, p. 11 (Bibliographic reference). SAB6524.
Other Statuses/References
- Authority: ASH;
- Old Historic Environment Record Ref: NJ66SE0482;
- Treasure Trove: 10669;
External Links (0)
Sources/Archives (1)
- --- SAB6524 Bibliographic reference: ARCHAEOLOGY SCOTLAND. 2019. DISCOVERY AND EXCAVATION IN SCOTLAND, NEW SERIES, VOLUME 19, 2018. p. 11.
Finds (0)
Related Monuments/Buildings (0)
Related Events/Activities (0)
Record last edited
Jun 6 2019 4:41PM
