MEDIEVAL PEWTER ARCHANGEL MICHAEL STANDING OVER PROSTRATE DRAGON PILGRIM'S BADGE

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Circa 14th-15th century A.D. Ellipsoid type with low-relief image of winged archangel advancing with sword raised and shield held forward, one foot resting on a supine dragon; stud to reverse. Cf. Mitchiner, M., Medieval Pilgrim & Secular Badges, London, 1986, item 873, for type. 4.69 grams, 30 mm (1 1/4 in.). [No Reserve] From a retired Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman's collection, a long time member of the Pewter Society. Revelation 12:7-12 Michael Defeats the Dragon ‘Now war arose in heaven, Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought, but they were defeated, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven. And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the Devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world, he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him.’ TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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