Seal and Seal Impression
1800-1850 / Metal / Ministers, Preachers & Associates / Object / Seal / Stone / Wax
Metal, stone, wax
late 1700s
This small 'fob' seal is made from metal and rock crystal. Fob seals were usually decorative and were carried on a chain. The seal belonged to Thomas Coke (1747-1814), who was at one time described as the 'father of Methodist missions'. On display alongside is a wax impression of the seal.
Seals and sealing wax were commonly used until the mid 19th century to seal important documents to guarantee their authenticity and letters to ensure privacy.
See also the writing slope and other items belonging to Thomas Coke in the Online Collection.
late 1700s
This small 'fob' seal is made from metal and rock crystal. Fob seals were usually decorative and were carried on a chain. The seal belonged to Thomas Coke (1747-1814), who was at one time described as the 'father of Methodist missions'. On display alongside is a wax impression of the seal.
Seals and sealing wax were commonly used until the mid 19th century to seal important documents to guarantee their authenticity and letters to ensure privacy.
See also the writing slope and other items belonging to Thomas Coke in the Online Collection.
