wax stamp

Envelope authentication tool

A wax stamp is a tool for impressing a design into melted sealing wax, typically featuring initials, a monogram, or a coat of arms on its face.

The stamp creates an embossed seal that historically authenticated letters and documents: She pressed her wax stamp into the cooling wax to seal the envelope.

Also called a seal stamp.

Related

letter · secret message · melted · candle · red · emboss · parchment · correspondence · royal · crest · monogram · drip · heat · pressed · official · notary public · notary · document

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Opposites
sealing/closure method

wax stampadhesive tape

Strip with tacky backing

velcro closure · staple · paper clip · rubber band · twist tie

authentication method

wax stampdigital signature

Encrypted verification of sender

e-signature · biometric authentication · QR code · two-factor authentication · watermark

Family

wax, stamp, waxed, waxen, waxing, waxy, waxes, stamps, stamped

Familiarity
Top 500,000
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Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G