R C Fowler — Seals in the Public Record Office

Oxford, Printed for the Society of Antiquaries of London, 1925. Cloth. A very scarce and lovely copy of this record of public seals by R C Fowler, illustrated throughout. A very scarce copy of this lovely volume comprising an extract from volume LXXIV of Archeologia. Containing a fascinating record of seals in the public record office compiled by R C Fowler. Wax seals have a rich history dating back to the earliest known civilisations, at first made from clay and impressed using rings or cylinders. As the usage developed, different seals were originally used by eminent people such as bishops, monarchs, and royals. each seal was unique to its owner and tells a rich history. Fowler explores that history in this chapter. Including illustrations of the seals and a detailed description. With five full plates. Rebound in full cloth with new endpapers. Externally excellent with only minor shelf wear. Internally, firmly bound. The pages are very clean with just a faint age toning, as usual due to the paper used. Illustrated with five full plates. Near Fine . Ill.: Not Stated. Near Fine .