This seal matrix shows Norwich Cathedral with its central spired tower flanked by two further spired towers. The letters GG refer to the Dean George Gardiner, who held this position between 1573-89.

It would have been pressed into molten wax on documents to seal them, ensuring their authenticity. At 85mm in diameter, it would have made quite an impression! The circular border is inscribed 'SIGILLUM ECCLESIE CATHEDRALIS TRINITATIS NORWICENIS' or seal of the Cathedral Church of the Holy Trinity of Norwich.

This could be the perfect gift for a friend or family member who perhaps you dont see as often as youd like to! Or maybe youre that rare, wonderful, type who prefers to hand write letters rather than emails, and you use something similar to seal your letters? So many are bound to appreciate this as a wonderful gift for themselves or for friends and family!

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