Possessing such token of the Empire was not only a spiritual blessing and souvenir for the pilgrim, but also a ‘get-home-free’ pass to prove one’s Orthodoxy should one find themself detained by imperial troops, at the time when Byzantine Empire was still fiercely persecuting and murdering Monophysite Christians.
Byzantine Terracotta Pilgrim’s Token Depicting Virgin and Child
£ 295.00
A fine terracotta pilgrim token representing the Virgin and Child. The token is circular in shape with an irregular domed back. The flat obverse is impressed with an image of representation of the Virgin, nimbed and enthroned between two small Latin crosses holding the infant Christ on her lap. A granulated frame surrounds the image. The obverse is undecorated but features fingerprint impressions, reflecting the handcrafted nature of the token.
Provenance: Collection of Biblical antiquities of a London gentleman.
Condition: Very fine condition. Some wear to the surface, particularly to the faces and the figure of Christ child. Earthly encrustation throughout.
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| Weight | 5.38 g |
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| Dimensions | W 2.1 cm |
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