People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Roger de Wolviston, prior of Coldingham

Owner
Roger de Wolviston, prior of Coldingham (fl.1263-74×76)
Matrix Shape
pointed oval
Image description (obverse)
Single-sided seal depicting the Virgin seated, half-length and holding Christ, within a canopied niche with tabernacle work. Under a *trefoiled arch* beneath is the prior, three quarters to the sinister, kneeling. Two lozenge-shaped openings at the side contain the head of a monk.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
S’ . ROGERI . PRIORI | S DE COLDINGHAM (“Seal of Roger, prior of Coldingham”)
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
A/Coldi/3
Notes
Dimensions: 2 ½ × 1 7/16 in. SW I, p.172. Durham 3651.