Portsmouth, 2nd seal of the town, late 13th century

Portsmouth, 2nd seal of the town, late 13th century. It depicts a late thirteenth century sailing vessel. Two seamen are handling the cable of an anchor which is catted. Inscription: 'SIGILLVM . COMMVNE . DE . PORTEMVTHA'. On a felt covered hardboard backboard with a label. SEC0489-498 mounted together.

Object Details

ID: SEC0491
Type: Seal cast
Display location: Not on display
Places: City of Portsmouth
Date made: late 13C; late 13C
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 10 mm x 78 mm