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Protective-Charm

Date1850-1916

Where associatedLondon, UK, Europe

MediumCopper alloy

DimensionsObject/Work: 30 x 25 x 3 mm

ClassificationsReligious/Ritual Equipment

Credit Line12/03/2022 - Currently on display at SHC in Lovett case JGB

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Object numberLDCUM1916.001.109

DescriptionMedal with a suspension loop and surrounded by a scalloped frame. One side bears a figure of St George with the Dragon and the motto "S. Georigius Equitum Patronus"; the other design representing Christ stilling the tempest, with the motto, "In Tempestate Securitas". It would have been worn by sailors as a charm for safety in storms. Collected in London Docks.

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