About this object
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ID:
7252
Production date:
Late Medieval; late 14th century
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Location:
In Store
This carved and painted stone shield was found in the roof of the medieval Guildhall during rebuilding works in 1864-5. It shows the arms of the English kings when they first laid claim to the throne of France. Edward III adopted these arms in about 1340, combining three gold lions on a red background, representing England, with the gold fleurs-de-lis on blue of France. After about 1405 the number of fleurs-de-lis was reduced to three large ones in each field. The French fleurs-de-lis remained an essential element of the English royal arms until 1801!
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Measurements
H 640 mm; W 485 mm; D 195 mm; WT 38.5 kg (overall), H 640 mm; W 485 mm; D 195 mm (overall)
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Materials
stone; paint
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Last Updated
2024-03-14
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