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LOT 0356

Medieval Gilt Copper Devotional Reliquary Pendant

GERMANY, 15TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/4 in. (57.2 grams, 57 mm).

A large circular openwork pendant with a fitted lid, the lid depicting Christ between two angels holding a shroud; the reverse with seated and crowned Virgin Mary holding infant Jesus on her lap.

Provenance

Private collection, UK.

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LOT 0356

Medieval Gilt Copper Devotional Reliquary Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £572

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