Description
Pilgrim badge: The Black Bull of Clare
Time period:15th Century
Origin: England
Materials: Pewter.
Product Dimensions: 4.7cm width x 2.8cm height
Further details:
This was the Yorkist badge that was worn by the Duke of Clarence and his soldiers, as they set out with the King, to France in 1475.
Potted history;
Badge making did no 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.
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