NHER 668 (Find Spot record) - Medieval metal find, Waterloo Road
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Summary
A mid 15th century inscribed copper alloy seal, with a coat of arms possibly connected to a Flemish family, was found in 1950.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Location
| Map sheet | TG20NW |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORWICH, NORWICH, NORFOLK |
Map
Full Description
1950.
Bronze circular seal.
Matrix inscribed S(iyillum) IOHANNI'(S) LYNOEMA(N); Tinnochy regarded it on stylistic grounds as mid-late 15th century.
Suggests connection with Flemish family of Lindeman of Nevelstoyn.
Arms: Argent charged with three lime leaves vert, placed with stems towards fosspoint.
This seal bears three lime leaves.
R.R. Clarke (NCM).
Associated Sources (1)
- --- SNF87229 Record Card: Clarke, R. R. and NCM Staff. 1933-1973. Norwich Castle Museum Record Card - Norwich - Post Roman.
Site and Feature Types and Periods (1)
Object Types (1)
- SEAL (Medieval - 1066 AD to 1539 AD)
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Record last edited
Feb 5 2013 12:31PM