Saxon & Medieval — Late Medieval; 14th century
St George?
Part of a pilgrim badge, possibly of St George. This section of the badge depicts a knight’s head in a helmet with the visor pushed up. Other complete badges exist that are in a similar style, showing St George either standing on or horseback, impaling a dragon with his spear. It is uncertain which shrine this badge is from.
St George became a very popular saint in England after prayers to him had ensured success in various battles, such as the siege of Calais in 1349. The cult of St George was strongly associated with St George’s Chapel, Windsor, which housed several relics including his heart. By the early 15th century, St George was regarded as England’s patron saint and his image in art, architecture and on pilgrim souvenirs became widespread.
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- 8889
- Object name:
- St George?
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- Late Medieval; 14th century
- Material:
lead alloy
- Measurements/duration:
- H 16 mm, W 11 mm (overall)
- Part of:
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- On display:
- —
- Record quality:
- 100%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
- Image credit:
- —
- Creative commons usage:
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- License this image:
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