Description
Santiago de Compostela. Compostella. St James. Iago. Jacob
Small Scallop Shell Brooch
$3.50
Because Santiago de Compostela was the quintessential pilgrimage destination of the early Middle Ages its souvenir – a scallop shell – became symbolic of pilgrimage in general. The original of this little shell probably actually was from Santiago, the pilgrim badges from which are found all over Europe.
Product details: van Beuningen, H. J. E., and A. M. Koldeweij. Heilig en Profaan [1]. Cothen: Stichting Middeleeuwse religieuze en profane insignes, 1993. No. 220.
Dimensions (H x W):
13/16 x 11/16 inches
21 x 17 mm
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