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Map of London
Map, made by Pieter Vanden Keere, showing the extent of London in 1593. Around the edge of the map are the crests of twelve of the Merchant Guilds. The ones shown are: Mercers, Grocers, Drapers, Fishmongers, Goldsmiths, Skinners, Merchant Taylors, Haberdashers, Salters, Ironmongers, Vintners and Clothworkers
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1593 Crests Drapers Edge Extent Goldsmiths Grocers Guilds Ironmongers Mercers Merchant Pieter Salters Shown Skinners Twelve Vintners Haberdashers Vanden
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This intriguing map print, created by Flemish cartographer Pieter Vanden Keere in 1593, offers a glimpse into the historical extent of London as it appeared over four centuries ago. The map's border is adorned with the crests of twelve prominent Merchant Guilds, each representing a significant sector of London's thriving commercial economy during the Elizabethan era. The Mercer's crest, featuring three balls and a rod, symbolizes the trade in textiles and merchandise. The Grocer's crest, represented by a cornucopia, signifies the provision of a wide range of foodstuffs and other essentials. The Draper's crest, with a table and cloth, represents the trade in textiles and clothing. The Fishmongers' crest, featuring a fish, symbolizes their role in the fish trade. The Goldsmith's crest, with a goldsmith's hammer and anvil, represents their craftsmanship in gold and silver. The Skinners' crest, with a fleece, represents their trade in leather and wool. The Merchant Taylors' crest, with a merchant and a tailor, represents their role in the clothing trade. The Haberdasher's crest, with a hat and a pair of shears, represents their trade in textiles, trimmings, and haberdashery. The Salter's creet, with a salt barrel, represents their role in the salt trade. The Ironmonger's crest, featuring an iron rod and a hammer, represents their trade in iron and metalware. The Vintner's crest, with a bunch of grapes, represents their role in the wine trade. Lastly, the Clothworkers' crest, with a loom, represents their role in the textile industry. These twelve crests encircling the map provide a fascinating insight into the diverse and interconnected economic activities that thrived within the bustling city of London during the late 16th century.
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