Medieval Pewter 'Popinjay' Pilgrim's Badge

CIRCA 14TH-15TH CENTURY A.D.

1 3/4 in. (6.44 grams, 47 mm).

Slightly domed in profile with low-relief detailing to the wings, with collar at the throat. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Found on the Thames foreshore, London, UK.
Ex Nigel Mills, London, UK.

Footnotes

The term 'popinjay' is an old word for 'parrot'. It is associated with the rhyme 'Popinjay, jolly May' this month being seen as the month of love.

CONDITION

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LOT 1726