Inscription
Newcastle on Tyne. Robert Curthose eldest son of the Conqueror, built a fortress here in 1080, which, in contradistinction to the old Roman Castrum of Pons Aelii, was called The New Castle, whence the present name of the town. Copyright
Dimensions
height: 90mm
Matching Arms
Newcastle-on-Tyne
Additional Notes
The model can be found either white glazed or brown unglazed. Only the white version carries a coat of arms, which is generally found on the roof of the building as shown in the photograph.
