First seal of the town of Calais, 1228
Obverse of the first seal of the town of Calais, 1228. Each end of the hull bears a fork or 'mike,' used for stowing loose gear such as coils of rope, oars, spears and the anchor. Inscription: 'S' : TOTIVS : VILLE : DE : CAL(AIS)'. Two casts mounted on a cardboard backboard with a label.
Object Details
| ID: | SEC0029 |
|---|---|
| Type: | Seal cast |
| Display location: | Not on display |
| Places: | Calais |
| Date made: | 1228; 1228 |
| Credit: | National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London |
| Measurements: | Overall: 10 mm x 64 mm |
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