Thirrd seal of the town of Lubeck, late 13th century

Third seal of the town of Lubeck, late 13th century. Inscription: 'SIGILLVM BVRGENSIVM DE LVBERG.' It depicts a late thirteenth-century sailing vessel, double-ended with beast heads. A quarter-rudder is slung on the port side. The cast is mounted on a cardboard backboard with a label.

Object Details

ID: SEC0071
Type: Seal cast
Display location: Not on display
Places: Lubeck
Date made: late 13C; late 13C
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 8 mm x 93 mm