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LOT 2137
Medieval Bronze Pilgrim's Badge of St Christopher
CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.
1 in. (3.59 grams, 26 mm).
Standing figure with one hand extended, supporting a second figure on his shoulder; loop to reverse. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom a retired Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman's collection, a long time member of the Pewter Society.
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