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Common seal of Hythe, late 12th century to early 13th century
Common seal of Hythe, late 12th century to early 13th century. It depicts a late twelfth or early thirteenth century sailing vessel, with a quarter rudder on the starboard side. Inscription: 'SIGILLVM : COMMVNE : BARONVM : DE : HETHE'. On a felt covered hardboard backboard with a label, mounted together with SEC0489-498.
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Object Details
| ID: | SEC0495 |
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| Type: | Seal cast |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Places: | Hythe |
| Date made: | late 12C-early 13C; late 12C-early 13C |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 10 mm x 82 mm |