Seal matrix
This is a small 8 sided seal matrix bearing an oval portrait of Robert Burns, with a bird above and a small tree below. The white ivory handle is elaborate with several decorative grooves. It is engraved:
'WOOD NOTES WILD / BETTER A WEE BUSH THAN NAE BIELD / DUMFRIES/ BURNS CLUB'
A seal matrix was used to stamp a distinguishing mark onto molten wax as a means of representing identity, authority and status.
Object no :
BHBN082n
Collection :
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
NA
Dimensions :
metal & white metal (seal), ivory (handle)
Materials :
length 105 mm, diameter (top) 29 mm, width (seal) 27 mm
Location :
NA
Accession number :
DUMFM:0198.417
Copyright :
Dumfries & Galloway Council