Great Seal of the Realm – Edward I "Longshanks" Wax Seal Stamp
This wax sealing stamp is based on the Great Seal of the Realm used by King Edward I of England (r. 1272–1307), also known as "Longshanks" due to his imposing height. The Great Seal served as the monarch’s official mark of authority, used to authenticate royal documents, charters, and legal decrees throughout the kingdom.
Edward's Great Seal portrays him as a mounted warrior king, fully armed, bearing shield and sword — a powerful image of medieval kingship that emphasised his military leadership and right to rule. The seal encapsulated the ideals of feudal monarchy during a period of expansion, conquest, and legal reform.
The use of equestrian imagery was common among medieval monarchs, but Edward's seal is particularly striking for its detail and martial symbolism, reflecting his campaigns in Wales and Scotland, as well as his efforts to centralise royal power.
This reproduction is inspired by the authentic medieval design and is ideal for those interested in English royal history, medieval studies, heraldry, and the legacy of one of England's most influential kings.
