About this object
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ID:
80.82/5
Production date:
Late Medieval; 14th-15th century
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Location:
In Store
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This badge, in the shape of a four-leaf clover, is possibly a pilgrim badge from the shrine of St Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral. Religious objects from shrines were often linked to other lucky symbols to make them more powerful. Four-leaf clover badges are known from Canterbury, sometimes with the letter ‘T’ for Thomas inscribed on them. This badge, however, is plain. It features four veined leaves with another four-leaf clover in the centre. < ...Read more
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Measurements
DM 30 mm
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Materials
lead alloy
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Last Updated
2024-03-14
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