Tudor Roundel

Social History (Museum of St Albans)

Tudor wooden roundel decorated with paint and gilding, including a rhyme or riddle. These were used for eating sweetmeats during the banquet or dessert course at a feast. A 2-pronged "sucket fork" was often used for this. The verses or riddles on the back were part of the entertainment. Only the wealthy could afford this.

PX4042roundel

CD 432

Digital Camera

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