sphragistics

English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek σφραγίς (sphragís, “seal”).

Pronunciation

  • (Received Pronunciation, General American) IPA(key): /sfrəˈd͡ʒɪstɪks/
  • Audio (US):(file)

Noun

sphragistics (uncountable)

  1. The study of seals, especially those attached to documents

Usage notes

The synonym sigillography is more commonly used.

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