Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze, Ancient Pilgrim Shell - Way of St. James - 37 mm - 11th to 13th centuries AD Pilgrim badge - 37 mm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Antiqua Pilgrim Shell from Spain, dating to the XI–XIII centuries of the Crusades era, measuring 37 × 28 × 12 mm and weighing 27.07 g, in good used condition with age-related imperfections.
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The pilgrim's shell is one of the most important symbols or identifiers that identify a pilgrim on the Camino de Santiago.
With the rise of pilgrimages to Santiago, the use of the shell dates back to the Middle Ages pilgrimages to the Cathedral of Santiago. It was a distinguishing element carried by pilgrims who returned home after visiting the Apostle's tomb, and that set them apart from those who had not yet reached it. The shell appears cited as a Jacobean symbol in the Codex Calixtinus, from the 12th century.
Origin: Spain
Material: bronze / attractive patina
Condition: Very good / See photos
Date: 11th to 13th centuries CE
Size: 37 x 28 x 12 mm.
Weight: 27.07 g
Authenticity guaranteed.
Beautiful addition to a collection of antique jewelry.
Its surface bears the calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
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Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Madrid (Spain) at the "Fair of Art, Antiques and Collecting".
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; its authenticity and era have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods..
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1485/NAM
The pilgrim's shell is one of the most important symbols or identifiers that identify a pilgrim on the Camino de Santiago.
With the rise of pilgrimages to Santiago, the use of the shell dates back to the Middle Ages pilgrimages to the Cathedral of Santiago. It was a distinguishing element carried by pilgrims who returned home after visiting the Apostle's tomb, and that set them apart from those who had not yet reached it. The shell appears cited as a Jacobean symbol in the Codex Calixtinus, from the 12th century.
Origin: Spain
Material: bronze / attractive patina
Condition: Very good / See photos
Date: 11th to 13th centuries CE
Size: 37 x 28 x 12 mm.
Weight: 27.07 g
Authenticity guaranteed.
Beautiful addition to a collection of antique jewelry.
Its surface bears the calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
We do not ship outside the EU.
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Madrid (Spain) at the "Fair of Art, Antiques and Collecting".
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; its authenticity and era have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods..
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
The supplier guarantees that they acquired this piece legally.
The documentation proving this provenance has been seen by Catawiki.
The seller warrants that they have the right to sell/export this lot.
See images for proper representation
1485/NAM
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
27.07 g
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
Siglos XI al XIII DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Material
Ancient Pilgrim Shell - Way of St. James - 37 mm - 11th to 13th centuries AD, Bronze
Year acquired
2004
Country of origin
Spain
Country acquired from
Spain
Height
37 mm
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Width
28 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
12 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Spain
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
