People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Malcolm (I), earl of Fife (d.1229) (1)

Owner
Malcolm (I), earl of Fife (d.1229)
Matrix Shape
round
Image description (obverse)
First single-sided seal, used prior to Malcolm's succession to the earldom in 1204. The seal depicts the future earl on horseback to *sinister*, wearing armour and a flat-topped helmet, and holding a sword and convex shield.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
SIGI . . . . . . . (“Seal…”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Fife/2/1
Notes
Dimensions: 2 ¼ in. diameter. SW II, p.354.