The cult of John the Baptist

Description

Pilgrim badge: The cult of John the Baptist

Time period:14th to 15th Century
Origin: Amiens
Materials: Pewter
Product Dimensions: 4.2cm wide x 4.2 cm high

Further details:

Supposedly part of the skull of John the Baptist was a relic at Amines. The latin motto translates to ‘Here is the head of John the Baptist’. The badges shows the priest and two attendants as they draw back a cloth to reveal the face. With loops for stitching in the european style.