About this object
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ID:
A8866
Production date:
Late Medieval; late 14th-early 15th century
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Location:
In Store
Trefoil-shaped ampulla from an unknown shrine. Ampullae were used to contain water that been associated with saintly relics – sometimes relics were dipped into the water to transfer some of their power. This water was thought to have powerful properties such as the ability to cure diseases and so ampullae were popular pilgrim souvenirs. Ampullae could be worn on string round the neck or hung up at home to be used when needed
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Measurements
H 47 mm; W 40 mm; D 88 mm
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Materials
lead alloy
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Last Updated
2024-03-14
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