Medeltida sigill

What purpose did medieval seals serve? In the Middle Ages, seals were more than a form of identification. They linked documents to specific individuals, asserted authority and verified an owner's presence.

The relationship between a personal seal and its owner followed clear conventions: the seal depicted the owner in an idealised form. However, it took a long time before seals began to be used by groups or collectives, such as guilds or orders.

In this talk, Wilhelm Ljungar, a doctoral student in history, discusses medieval seals, their use and imagery, giving us a unique insight into how medieval organisations viewed themselves and their members.

PÅ DJUPET

Enjoy fascinating, fact-packed lectures on archaeology and history, featuring the very latest knowledge and research. For those who like to delve deeper!

Organised in collaboration with Svenska Fornminnesföreningen.