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Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge
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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]

Provenance

Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Acquired on the UK antiques market between 1974-1985.
Albert Ward collection, Essex, UK.

CONDITION
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LOT 1318

Large Medieval 'Thames' Agnus Dei Pilgrim's Badge

Sold for (Inc. bp): £195

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