People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Isabel, countess of Atholl

Owner
Isabel, countess of Atholl
Matrix Shape
pointed oval
Image description (obverse)
Single-sided seal of c.1232 of Isabella, countess of Atholl, although the legend refers to her as ‘Elizabeth’. The seal depicts an eagle with its wings elevated, standing over a salmon.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
SIGILL’ ELIZABE[TA COM]ITISSE ATHODLIE (“Seal of ‘Elizabeth’, countess of Atholl”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Ath/1
Notes
Dimensions: 1 13/16 × 1 ¼ in. SW II, p.232, no.140.