Great Yarmouth, seal of the bailliffs, 15th century

Great Yarmouth, seal of the bailliffs, 15th century. Legend: 'IHC :: SIGILLUM :: OFFICII :: BALLIUOR : VILLE :: MAGNE :: JERNEMUTH ::' A sailing vessel flying St George's flag in the bows and a banner with the arms of Yarmouth at the stern. The cast is mounted on an emulsioned plywood backboard with a label.

Object Details

ID: SEC0138
Type: Seal cast
Display location: Not on display
Places: Great Yarmouth
Date made: 15C; 15C
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 15 mm x 57 mm