Medieval 'Thames' Round Seal Matrix for Thome Coyner, a Farrier
Circa 14th century A.D. A bronze discoid seal matrix with strap and loop to the reverse; central image of a large hammer and a horseshoe, outer band with incuse legend ': ThOME : COYNER *' and leaves to fill the space. 9.06 grams, 25 mm (1 in.). Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK. [No Reserve]