Medieval heater-shield harness pendant
Medieval heater-shield harness pendant
Period: 13th -14th century
Cast copper-alloy heraldic harnass pendant in the form of a heater shield, complete with suspension loop.
The face of the shield features the arms of England with three lions passant guardant arranged one above the other. Minimal traces of red enamel and gilding can be seen.
Size: 5 x 2,5 cm
Article code: 14-4423
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Period
- Middle Ages
Category
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Material
- Copper (alloy)
The device of three lions passant guardant in yellow on a red field ('Gules three lions passant guardant Or') has been the royal emblem of the English kings. It was first used on the 'Great Seal' of King Richard I (circa 1198).