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SEAL

Creator(s): Unknown

On view in: Marjorie Post's Bedroom


About this object

The seal has a baluster shaped handle made from bloodstone which is faceted. The end is wide, and tapers towards the center which has a collar on each side. The seal is made from chalcedony on the bottom. This has been cut and is mounted in a gold mount decorated with chased leaves.

Object name:
SEAL
Made from:
Bloodstone -- gold -- chalcedony
Made in:
England
Date made:
19th c.
Size:
5.1 cm (2 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
11.170
Class:
GOLD
Signature marks:
COAT OF ARMS: a curved hunting horn suspended by a ribbon tied with a bow [on seal]
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973