About this object
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ID:
87.131/4
Production date:
Late Medieval; 15th century
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Location:
In Store
Cloth seal from Leiden in the Netherlands. It is stamped with the word 'Leyden' in black letter on both sides. Lead seals were attached to bales of cloth for quality control. They provide details about the fabric: brand name, size and source, as well as the maker's personal mark. This seal was attached to linens or cottons imported from Europe and indicates the important role London played in the international textile trade.
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Measurements
DM 42 mm; W 4 mm (overall)
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Materials
lead alloy
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Last Updated
2024-03-20
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