Archer

Description

Pilgrim badge: Archer

Time period: 15th to 16th Century
Origin: Dutch
Materials: Pewter
Product Dimensions: 3.0cm width x 5.5cm height

Further details:

This 1530’s Dutch badge shows the soldier in a sleeveless coat and hood, known as a liripipe. He is shown advancing with bow drawn. With two lapel pin fixings on the rear.

Potted history;

Badge making did not only serve a religious market. It occupied a position in all aspects of life as for example, political and military to show allegiance, celebrate amorous intent, and indicate sporting interests, often with a satirical flavour.