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Byzantine pilgrims badge / plaque with incised cross and inscription

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ITEM: Pilgrims badge / Plaque with incised cross and inscription with original suspension chain MATERIAL: Bronze CULTURE: Byzantine PERIOD: 5th – 8th Century A.D DIMENSIONS: 95 mm x 80 mm (without chain), 140 mm x 80 mm (with chain) CONDITION: Good condition PROVENANCE: Ex American private collection, acquired before 2000s Comes with Certificate of Authenticity and Export license (If you live outside the European Union, We will have to apply for an export licence for your country and shipping will take 3 to 5 weeks.) The Pilgrims’ Badge, also known as a Pilgrims’ Plaque, typically refers to a small, portable devotional object that was popular among pilgrims during the medieval period. These badges were often made of materials like lead alloy or pewter and were adorned with various religious symbols, including incised crosses and inscriptions. Pilgrims would acquire these badges as souvenirs during their journeys to holy sites or shrines. The badges served both as tangible mementos of the pilgrimage experience and as symbols of religious devotion. The incised cross on the plaque likely held significant religious meaning, representing the pilgrim’s commitment to their faith, while inscriptions could include prayers, names of saints, or details about the pilgrimage destination. These Pilgrims’ Badges were an essential aspect of medieval Christian pilgrimage culture, reflecting the widespread practice of journeying to sacred sites as an act of religious devotion. Pilgrims would attach these badges to their clothing or belongings, displaying them proudly as a testament to their spiritual journey. The badges played a role in fostering a sense of community among pilgrims, as they could also serve as a form of identification among fellow travelers who shared similar religious pursuits.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 3.75 in (9.5 cm)Width: 3.15 in (8 cm)Depth: 0.12 in (3 mm)
  • Style:
    Medieval (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    5th - 8th Century A.D
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    EL CAMPELLO, ES
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7382237481822
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