Saxon & Medieval — Late Medieval; 14th-15th century
The Virgin Mary
Pilgrim badge of the Virgin Mary from an unknown shrine. This oval openwork badge depicts the Virgin and Child in the centre. On either side of her head is a censer and two flowers flank her feet. There are several small clips on the frame which suggests that the badge was originally attached to some kind of backing made from paper, parchment or metal foil. The Virgin was thought of as the Queen of Heaven and a universal protector. Most churches had an image of the Virgin Mary as a focus for worship and some cult figures became pilgrimage sites, attracting visitors from beyond their local area. It is uncertain where this badge was produced – there were many cults of Our Lady in medieval England and abroad.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- A24766/24
- Object name:
- The Virgin Mary
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- Production date:
- Late Medieval; 14th-15th century
- Material:
lead alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- H 38 mm, W 25 mm
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- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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