Rare Antique Heraldic Wax Seal Impression – Müller Family Archive Hamburg for Sale

Rare Antique Heraldic Wax Seal Impression – Müller Family Archive Hamburg For Sale

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Rare Antique Heraldic Wax Seal Impression – Müller Family Archive Hamburg:
$112.50

Rare Antique Heraldic Wax Seal Impression – Müller Family Archive (Hamburg, Germany)Up for sale is a third unique piece from the vintage warehouse discovery in Hamburg, Germany. This is a professionally archived antique wax/lacquer seal impression (Lacksiegel) featuring a beautifully detailed civic/burger coat of arms from the Müller family collection. It is safely housed in its original two-piece mid-20th-century ivory-colored protective collecting capsule.Detailed Heraldic Description (Blazon):

Shield (Escutcheon): Features a distinct bend (diagonal band) charged with a passant lion (or leopard). Below the bend in the sinister base, there is a prominent 6-pointed star. The background features fine vertical hatching, traditionally symbolizing the heraldic color Gules (Red).
Helmet: Closed civic/stechtalm helmet topped with a beautifully styled, flowing foliate mantling (crest decoration).
Crest (Helmschmuck): A single upright wing arising from the helmet, beautifully complementing the shield design.

Specifications & Condition:

Seal Dimensions: The central oval impression measures approximately 1.3 cm x 1.0 cm.
Condition: Exceptional collector's condition. The wax matrix is completely stable with no chips or hairline cracks. The heraldic details—especially the lion on the diagonal band and the star—are incredibly crisp and well-defined.
Historical Context: An authentic artifact representing North German / Hanseatic family heraldry. Ideal for collectors of sphragistics, European genealogy, and Hamburg history.

Worldwide shipping available. The item will be packed with professional care using heavy-duty cushioning to ensure the delicate historic wax structure remains completely safe during transit. Related Items: