Rare 1800s Treaty of Union 1707 Scottish/English wax seal. An extremely rare wax seal which was found in a box of jewelry components from a Scottish
lapidary workshop. I was told the the box sat untouched for many many decades. The seal relates to the 1700s Treaty of Union.
The 1707 Treaty of Union, also known as the Acts of Union, created the United Kingdom of Great Britain by formally merging the Kingdom of England and the Kingdom of Scotland, which had been under the same monarch since 1603. This treaty led to the establishment of a unified parliament, a single currency, and a shared flag, while Scotland retained its distinct legal and religious systems. "Both sides the Tweed" refers to the corruption involved in the negotiations leading up to the Act of Union of 1707, which united Scotland and England on terms that nationalists believe did significant harm to Scottish culture. The tone of the song, however, is conciliatory and may be read as a reaction against the anti-English sentiment in some Scottish nationalist songs. The title refers to the River Tweed, which marks part of the border between Scotland and England.
This seal is in fabulous condition but could really use a good cleaning.
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Fun Fact -
A lapidary workshop is a place where individuals can learn and practice the art of cutting, grinding, and polishing stones, often with the goal of creating cabochons, facetted gems, or other polished stones. These workshops may offer hands-on instruction, providing participants with the skills to transform rough stones into finished pieces of jewelry or art.
