LOT 1653 Medieval John the Baptist Pilgrim's Badge
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c.1450-1550 A.D. A bronze late medieval or Tudor discoid pilgrim's badge, likely representing a charger or platter bearing the head of John the Baptist in raised relief at the centre, bearded and staring with exaggerated staring eyes; integral suspension loop above. 2.31 grams, 25 mm (1 in.) Found Thames foreshore, Greenwich, London, UK. Apanied by a copy of Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) report number LON-BDFC73. Popular belief in this period held that the image of a saint with staring eyes and a menacing appearance afforded better protection against ailments and malice. [No Reserve]Condition Report: Fine condition.
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