Seal of the bailiffs of Ipswich, 1332

Seal of the bailiffs of Ipswich, 1332. A pointed oval shape depicting a single-masted ship on waves the mainsail furled, it has a flag and streamers. In the field on the left, two keys, on the right, a key and sword, emblems of St Peter & Paul, patrons of the town. Inscription: '...GILLUM . BAL...GIPE...' The cast is mounted on a cardboard backboard with a label.

Object Details

ID: SEC0040
Type: Seal cast
Display location: Not on display
Places: Ipswich
Date made: 1332; 1332
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 6 mm x 55 mm x 34 mm