New Romney, seal of the corporation, 1357-8

New Romney, seal of the corporation, 1357-8, from a document of 1357-8. Possibly the seal is earlier, as the design is in 13th century style. A single-masted ship, the sail furled. Inscription: 'SIGILLVM BARONVM DE RONEMEV'. The cast is mounted on an emulsioned plywood backboard with a label.

Object Details

ID: SEC0111
Type: Seal cast
Display location: Not on display
Places: New Romney
Date made: 13C; 1357-8
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 12 mm x 62 mm