Seal of John II, King of Castile and Leon

Spanish

15th century

Not on view

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Title: Seal of John II, King of Castile and Leon
Date: 15th century
Culture: Spanish
Medium: Lead
Dimensions: Diam. 2 1/4 in. (5.7 cm); thickness 1/4 in. (0.6 cm); Wt. 5.2 oz. (147.4 g)
Classification: Miscellaneous
Credit Line: Gift of Bashford Dean, 1923
Object Number: 23.240.1
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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