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Fine c1810 English Labernum and Silver Armorial Desk Seal - GRIFFITH
Seal Detail
A fine specimen of a seal, dating to circa 1810, the handle of turned labernum hardwood of flat top form, tapering stem to a banded silver collar and integral oval matrix, well engraved with a quartered armorial with decoration to both top (in the form of a tied bow) and sides within a lined border.
The arms are those of GRIFFITH quartering HAMPTON of Co. Anglesea
In superb condition.
Seal Specification
Height 92mm
Diameter of matrix 18mmx20mm
Weight 66g