Inscription

Model of Plague Stone found during excavations in Stockport Market Place. Original now in Vernon Park Museum, Stockport. The hollow was filled with vinegar, and when food etc. was brought into the town, the money for it was placed in the vinegar to prevent infection.

Dimensions

length: 75mm

Matching Arms

Stockport

Additional Notes

This model was illustrated and listed as a new shape in the 8th edition of The Goss Record.