Why the rosettes image may not be a map at all

[EllieV]

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The crescents in the Rosette and the "guns" coming off the rosette further down in the view could be political/religious icons. in 1415 Ceuta was conquered by the Portuguese.

Coat of Arms of Ceuta is that of Portugal: note the 5 dots/5 shields configuration especially in comparison with the "guns". These dots have Christian meaning.

Hi Linda,
The five dot shields are the symbols of Burgundy. The religious meaning is the five holy wounds of Christ. In this context - the "guns" could represent the nails on the cross (although one of the wounds was made by spear).