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LOT 1318
Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 5/8 in. (1.99 grams, 42 mm).
A large lead-alloy discoid pilgrim's badge with central design of the Agnus Dei (lamb of God) advancing with halo around the head and banner emerging from the shoulders, scrolled tendrils before; pelletted band to each border with Lombardic script legend '+ AGNVS DEI [...]IATLIO'. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFound on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.
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