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Sealing Iron
/ˈsiːlɪŋ ˈaɪərn/noun
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A sealing iron is a handheld tool, typically made of metal, heated to melt wax for creating impressions on documents or packages, ensuring authenticity and security. In historical contexts, it was essential for official seals on letters and decrees, while today it's often used in crafts, diplomacy, or even modern security protocols to add a touch of elegance and tamper-evidence.
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In the 16th century, King Henry VIII of England mandated the use of sealing irons for all royal documents, leading to over 10,000 surviving sealed manuscripts that provide a window into Tudor politics; remarkably, some of these irons featured intricate designs that doubled as covert codes for spies.
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