About this object
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ID:
O2153
Production date:
Late Medieval; 14th century
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Location:
In Store
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Pilgrim badge from the shrine of St Thomas Becket at Canterbury Cathedral. This badge depicts the mitred head-shaped reliquary bust that held the remains of Becket’s skull. The bust is surrounded by an architectural frame. Archaeological and stylistic evidence suggests that this type of badge was first made around the time of the shrine’s third jubilee, in 1320. Along the base is an inscription: ‘+ S CAPVT THOME’ (meaning ‘Saint Thomas’s head’). < ...Read more
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Measurements
H 85 mm; W 57 mm
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Materials
lead alloy
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Last Updated
2024-03-14
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