Rare medieval silver gilt seal sells for �1,900 at auction

An �extremely rare� medieval silver gilt seal matrix discovered in a field near East Keal by a man using a metal detector has sold for �1,900 at auction.

The 14th century love or loyalty seal, believed to have been dropped by a nobleman of the day, was bought by a collector from the south of England who was bidding over the telephone during the sale at auctioneers Golding Young & Mawer last month.

Auctioneer John Leatt said: �This seal was discovered in a field in the last two years and was extremely rare.

�We were aware of very few seals of this age that had come onto the market and certainly none that had been in as good condition or quality.

�Before the sale, we had lots of interest from private collectors which was reflected in price achieved on sale day. This seal certainly made a higher price than similar seals offered for sale on the open market.�


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