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Large Medieval Pewter Female Saint Pilgrim's Badge Large Medieval Pewter Female Saint Pilgrim's Badge Large Medieval Pewter Female Saint Pilgrim's Badge
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LOT 1800

Large Medieval Pewter Female Saint Pilgrim's Badge

CIRCA 15TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/2 in. (10.1 grams, 64 mm).

An openwork triangular frame with foliage detail to the border enclosing a standing female figure with clasped hands. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Ex Constable collection, 1990s.
Ex P. Morris collection.

CONDITION
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LOT 1800

Large Medieval Pewter Female Saint Pilgrim's Badge

Sold for (Inc. bp): £143

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