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Early 14th century, a bronze pointed oval seal matrix, offset suspension behind; the face reads s’ ricardi de bvckisgate, billy-goat standing upright and feeding on a tall plant. Very fine with a green patina £200-£300
Found at Barton (Hampshire) in 2008 (PAS BF4622)
Richard Bukesgate (d. 1310) was lord of the manor of West Tytherley, which is about 17 miles from the findspot.
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