Medieval seal matrix with a Roman gem
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Medieval seal matrix with a Roman gem
The seal matrix belonged to a medieval gentleman called Walter. The red jasper gem was carved in the Roman period.A seal matrix was used to make a mark in hot wax to seal letters and documents.