Antique Heraldry Family Crest Coat of Arms
steel device die sinker seal stamp
depicting a Stag - symbolic of strength and endurance
surrounded by a belt / buckle - symbolic of loyalty, protection
Latin motto
retinens vestigia famea = following in the footsteps of fame
there is a number running around the edge of this die
98188
synonymous with Thomas Culleton of Cranbourn Street, London
who was a seal engraver in the 1860's
measuring approx 2cm x 2.5cm
marks and wear commensurate with age and use
would no doubt clean up well if preferred
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