Magna Carta Quill Pen

Product Description: This Magna Carta Quill Pen is made from a real feather attached to a ribbon covered pen that has a biro nib. The quill pen measures approximately 30-35 centimetres long, however lengths will vary as the feather is a natural product. The quill is supplied with a colourful information card. On the front there is an image of a section of the Magna Carta and the seal of King John. On the back is an image of the Seal of King John and historical information. The quill and card are held in a clear hanging bag.

Information: A Magna Carta (Latin for Great Charter) was sealed under oath by King John, in 1215, at Runnymeade near Windsor. The Magna Carta was one of the most important documents of Medieval England and was an attempt by the barons to stop King John abusing his powers. The document was a series of written promises between the king and his subjects that he, the king, would govern England and deal with its people according to the customs of feudal law.

Numerous copies, known as exemplifications were made each time a Magna Carta was issued, so all of the participants would each have one. These can be seen at the Cathedrals of Salisbury, Lincoln, Durham and Hereford. Further exemplifications can be seen at the Bodleian Library and British Library.