{"title":"Pilgrim badges","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedieval pilgrim badge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pilgrim badge was the mass product of the Middle Ages. The badges were cast in large numbers from a mold and were made of tin. Due to mass production and the cheap material, they were affordable for the common man. People liked to wear these badges on their clothing. During pilgrimages, they could buy these badges as souvenirs. Many badges feature an image of a saint or a Christian theme. But there are also many secular badges such as animals, sexual badges, doctor's badges, and jousting badges.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-pelgrimsbadge","title":"Medieval pilgrim badge, zamak","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pilgrim badge is a replica of several medieval badges. Pilgrim badges like this were obtained after making a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostella. The shell-shaped badge was worn all over the Christian world.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThis pilgrim badge measures 3 x 2,8 cm. It is made of tinned bronze.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51016640889160,"sku":"00_Jako-Musch_2_si","price":6.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_c63702c1-a7f9-4017-88db-82605f1195d6.jpg?v=1753701674"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-hanger-aristoteles-en-phyllis","title":"Medieval pendant Aristotle and Phyllis, bronze","description":"This pendant is inspired by a medieval aquamanile from the late Middle Ages, depicting the popular story of Aristotle and Phyllis, which was often used for amusement during that time. The pendant portrays the philosopher Aristotle and his lover Phyllis, who is sitting on him and playfully tapping his backside while being carried through the garden. The historical model for this piece is a 14th to 15th-century aquamanile currently held by the MET in New York. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The pendant measures 3.5 x 3.2 x 1 cm. It is available in high-quality bronze. This humorous and provocative pendant makes a perfect gift for engagements or medieval-themed weddings. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The story of Aristotle and Phyllis became popular in the 13th century and was a common motif in medieval art, literature, and everyday items. It depicts the wise philosopher who is outwitted and humiliated by the beautiful Phyllis. The tale, which involves Aristotle being tricked into carrying Phyllis around the garden on his back, was a symbol of the folly of men in the face of cunning women. The motif spread widely across Europe during the Crusades and remained a popular theme throughout the medieval period.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142323798344,"sku":"0_Am_Aristotle_bro","price":22.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC00328.jpg?v=1760618929"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-badge-fallus-en-vulva","title":"Medieval badge phallus and vulva, silvered bronze","description":"This unique medieval pilgrim's badge is inspired by a find from the Netherlands, dating between 1400 and 1450 AD. It features a so-called \"phallic animal,\" with a moving bell positioned in front of an open vulva. The inscription \"Pintelin\" is likely Old Dutch, possibly meaning \"little willy.\" The original badge, made of pewter, is currently part of the Langbroek Collection, Van Beuningen. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e In the late Middle Ages, pilgrim badges with crude erotic or obscene motifs were particularly common in the Netherlands, although they also appeared in Belgium and England. These badges were likely used for amusement during the carnival season, reflecting the period's tendency to blend humor and irreverence with social rituals. The replica is available in high-quality silver-plated bronze. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The erotic imagery on these pilgrim badges, including depictions of phallic trees, ships, and animals, was part of a larger group of profane badges. The \"phallic animal\" often depicted a half-human, half-animal creature with exaggerated sexual features, sometimes crowned or adorned with bells. These badges were likely created to address sexuality through humor, serving as conversation starters and tools for sexual initiation, especially during the revelry of the carnival season.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142328353096,"sku":"07_PZ_Pintelin_sip","price":28.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC01824_7624d1f0-fe2d-419f-9a3b-26ec12a6e738.jpg?v=1762260757"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-badge-apendokter","title":"Medieval badge 'monkey doctor', silvered bronze","description":"Several medieval pilgrim badges depict a monkey physician standing on a fish, using a pestle to urinate into a mortar. The mortar and pestle were essential tools for medieval doctors and apothecaries, who often used them to crush ingredients for various remedies. Additionally, urine examination was a standard practice in medieval medical diagnostics. The image of the monkey physician humorously emphasizes the flawed and uncertain nature of the doctor’s work, with the slippery fish symbolizing the shaky foundation of his treatments.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The badge, measuring 4 x 3 cm, features a sturdy pin on the back for attachment to clothing. It is available in silver-plated bronze.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e Satirical pilgrim badges like this were created in the Middle Ages to mock societal norms and criticize hypocrisy and human behavior. The image of the monkey doctor reflects the 15th-century view of physicians and their practices. In medieval symbolism, the monkey was often seen as an imitator and a symbol of deception, portraying a figure of low status who falsely claimed a higher position. This badge humorously plays on these associations to critique the medical profession of the time.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142329106760,"sku":"07_PZ_Monkey_sip","price":18.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC09224.jpg?v=1761291083"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-badge-billentoner","title":"Medieval badge 'ass-showing guy', silvered bronze","description":"This humorous pin is inspired by a secular medieval badge, featuring a crude-erotic depiction that was common in the late Middle Ages and intended for general amusement. The design shows a male figure peering through his own legs, presenting his fully exposed buttocks, with his erect member clearly visible. Such playful and bold images were typical of medieval entertainment.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The historical model for this badge was made of pewter and originated in the Netherlands, dating from 1325 to 1375 AD. The replica is crafted from high-quality silver-plated bronze, with a pin on the back so it can be attached to clothing or a headdress, much like in medieval times. The badge measures 3 x 3.5 cm.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e These crude-erotic badges represent a subgroup of secular medieval badges, alongside other motifs like copulating couples, phallic trees, or anthropomorphized genitalia, such as phallic animals or winged vulvas. The most likely purpose of these badges was to address sexuality through humor, using them as joking love tokens or playful tools for initiating conversations about sex.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142329631048,"sku":"07_PZ_Gen-Guy_sip","price":23.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC00087.jpg?v=1761290746"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-doedelzakspeler","title":"Pilgrim badge bagpiper, silvered bronze","description":"This pendant features a detailed depiction of a half-human, half-animal creature playing the bagpipes, designed as a medieval minstrel. The original badge dates back to the period 1350–1450 AD and was discovered in the Dutch city of 's-Hertogenbosch. It is currently part of the Van Beuningen collection, as referenced by Koldeweij. The replica measures 3.2 x 2.6 cm.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The pendant can easily be sewn onto clothing through its openings, allowing it to function as a traditional badge, just as it would have been worn in the Middle Ages. It is available in high-quality silver-plated bronze.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e In medieval art, bagpipers are sometimes depicted as animals, with most examples coming from England and the Netherlands during the fifteenth century. The bagpipe, with its phallic form, was often associated with sexual sin in medieval times, giving it a somewhat disreputable reputation.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142330024264,"sku":"0_Kreatur_sip","price":15.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC09621.jpg?v=1761303275"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-agnus-dei","title":"Pilgrim badge Agnus Dei, silvered bronze","description":"The Agnus Dei badge is based on a medieval pilgrimage badge from France, now housed in the Czech National Museum in Prague. The term Agnus Dei translates to \"Lamb of God\" in Latin and is a widely recognized symbol of Jesus Christ in Christianity. Representing the paschal lamb with the flag of victory, it signifies the resurrection of Christ and is a common motif in Christian art and heraldry.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e This medieval replica measures 4 x 3 cm and includes a sturdy pin on the back for easy attachment to clothing. It is available in silver-plated bronze.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e Pilgrimage badges have been popular since the 12th century, with each pilgrimage site offering its own unique design. Made from materials like lead, pewter, or precious metals, these badges symbolized the promise of salvation tied to the visited site. Pilgrims proudly displayed them on their bags, hats, or clothing as a testament to their journey and devotion, while also enjoying support and protection during their travels. These badges not only spread awareness of holy sites but also generated significant revenue for the Church.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142333399368,"sku":"07_PZ_Agnus_sip","price":20.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC09450.jpg?v=1761303093"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-varken-met-doedelzak","title":"Pilgrim badge pig with bagpipes, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis medieval badge depicts a pig playing bagpipes, similar to a minstrel. The original artifact, dating from 1375–1425 AD, is part of the Van Beuningen Collection, as noted by Koldeweij. Our high-quality replica measures 4.2 x 2.5 cm and is available in silvered bronze. On the back is a sturdy pin, making the badge suitable as a brooch as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedieval images of pigs playing bagpipes are relatively common, particularly in fourteenth- and fifteenth-century England. The precise link between pigs and bagpipes remains unclear, although both were associated with themes of sexual sin in medieval culture. The shape of the bagpipe, with a bag and pipes, could be interpreted as a phallic symbol.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAnother possible association stems from the similarity between the shrill sound of the bagpipe and the squealing of a pig. This humorous and satirical badge emphasizes the medieval preference for combining entertainment with moral commentary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142333858120,"sku":"07_PZ_Bagpipe-Pig_sip","price":20.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC08584.jpg?v=1763717883"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-fallus-kroning","title":"Pilgrim badge phallus coronation, silvered bronze","description":"This fascinating pilgrimage badge is inspired by a medieval artifact discovered in the Dutch diocese of 's-Hertogenbosch, dating from 1375–1425 AD. Obscene-erotic badges were particularly popular in the late Middle Ages across Northern Europe, especially in the Netherlands, where they were often used for entertainment during carnival festivities. The design, known as the \"Phallus Coronation,\" features a female figure placing a crown on a phallus equipped with a walking stick and a pilgrim’s bag, symbolizing a humorous take on pilgrimage.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e The badge is crafted from silver-plated bronze and includes an eyelet on the back, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or attached to clothing. Measuring 2.9 x 2.4 cm, it matches the size of the historical original. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003e Obscene-erotic badges like the \"Phallus Coronation\" belong to a subgroup of profane pilgrimage signs. These often featured playful depictions of phallic trees, personified genitalia, or winged phalli with legs or bells, alongside winged or anthropomorphic vulvas. These badges likely served as comedic tools to diffuse taboos surrounding sexuality, acting as joking love tokens or conversation starters, particularly during the lively and uninhibited carnival season.\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142334382408,"sku":"0_Kroenung_sip","price":15.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC01114_f4574ea2-88d6-4967-913d-17b6771bd8eb.jpg?v=1761317307"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-fallus-processie","title":"Pilgrim badge phallic procession, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis pilgrimage badge depicts a procession of three phalli carrying a crowned vulva and is inspired by a late medieval original dating from 1375–1450 AD. The historical model was discovered in Bruges, Belgium, and is part of the Van Beuningen family collection. Crafted from high-quality silvered bronze.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe badge features a broad pin on the back, similar to the medieval originals, allowing it to be attached to clothing in the traditional manner. Additionally, an eyelet on the back enables it to be worn as a pendant around the neck. Measuring 5 x 3.8 cm, this versatile piece combines historical authenticity with modern functionality.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe phallus procession represents a mocking or satirical portrayal of a relic procession, a theme also found in the marginal decorations of 14th-century medieval manuscripts where animals humorously take on human roles. The crowned vulva in this design parodies the Virgin Mary and serves as a crude reference to \"Vrouw Minne,\" the Middle Dutch equivalent of Venus, blending religious satire with bawdy humor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142337626440,"sku":"07_PZ_Phallus-Proze_sip","price":28.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/file_df116c7b-8a4e-40b5-9bbf-e82ec3a1c205.webp?v=1754991491"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-fallus-met-kruiwagen","title":"Pilgrim badge phallus with wheelbarrow, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis unique medieval bawdy badge is based on a historical model discovered in the Netherlands, dating back to 1400–1450 AD. The original piece, made of pewter, is now part of the Langbroek Collection, Van Breuningen. Bawdy badges with obscene-erotic themes were highly popular across Northern Europe in the late Middle Ages, especially in the Netherlands. These badges were likely created for comedic entertainment during the carnival season.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe design features a phallus-shaped creature wearing trousers and shoes, accompanied by a woman pushing a wheelbarrow filled with small phalli. Depictions of phallic animals in various forms were a recurring motif in medieval badges. This badge is crafted with an eyelet on the back, allowing it to be worn as a pendant or attached to clothing. It measures 3.5 x 3.5 cm. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eObscene-erotic phallus badges were a subcategory of profane medieval badges, which often featured humorous depictions like phallic trees, ships, or personified genitalia. The phallic creature, a half-human figure with legs and sometimes wings, was a common subject. These badges likely served to lighten the topic of sexuality through humor and acted as playful tools for fostering communication during social rituals, particularly during the raucous celebrations of Shrovetide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142338052424,"sku":"0_PZ_Barrow_sip","price":20.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC09737.jpg?v=1761303478"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-fallus-schip","title":"Pilgrim badge phallus ship, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable medieval pendant, inspired by a historical model from 1350 to 1425 AD, is part of the Langbroek, Van Breuningen collection. The pendant, featuring a ship crewed by phallic sailors and adorned with penis-shaped birds in the rigging, satirizes a well-known pilgrim badge from Canterbury. The original badge depicted St. Thomas Becket’s return to England from exile. Becket, a revered figure in medieval England, was canonized as a martyr after his murder by King Henry II’s knights in 1170 AD. This phallus ship parody pokes fun at religious devotion and references the \"ship of fools\" motif popular in medieval satire.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe pendant measures 2.7 x 2.7 cm and is equipped with an eyelet for attaching to clothing or wearing as a necklace. It can also be sewn onto garments using its openings. A 1-meter black leather strap is included, allowing for versatile use. Available in high-quality bronze, the piece combines historical craftsmanship with modern wearability.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe phallus ship symbolizes the creator’s critique of medieval society’s sanctimonious attitudes. Its humorous and provocative design underscores the contradictions in the veneration of figures like St. Thomas Becket, whose murder sparked outrage and led to Canterbury becoming a major pilgrimage center. The enduring popularity of Becket, attributed miracles, and his association with the English monarchy highlight his significance, including King Henry V's visit to Canterbury after the Battle of Agincourt to honor the saint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142338412872,"sku":"0_PH-Ship_sip","price":16.92,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC08835.jpg?v=1763718702"},{"product_id":"pelgrimsbadge-vulva-te-paard","title":"Pilgrim badge vulva on horseback, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis extraordinary medieval badge is based on a historical model from the late Middle Ages, discovered in the Netherlands and dating back to 1375–1425 AD. So-called obscene-erotic badges were widespread in Northern Europe during this period, particularly in Belgium and the Netherlands, and were often associated with carnival festivities, serving as humorous and provocative accessories. The design features a crowned vulva riding a horse, holding a flagellum in one hand and a crossbow in the other, parodying the Virgin Mary.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe badge is crafted from high-quality bronze and includes an eye on the back for versatile wear, whether around the neck, attached to clothing, or secured to a robe. Measuring 3.1 x 2.1 cm, it matches the dimensions of the historical original. Its playful design allowed wearers to use it both as a bold statement piece and as a conversation starter, particularly during the vibrant and indulgent carnival season.\u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eObscene-erotic pilgrimage badges like this one represent a distinct category of medieval profane art. They often depicted personified genitalia, such as a vulva riding a horse, a winged vulva, or scenes involving phalli. These designs likely aimed to diffuse the taboo of sexuality through humor and served as joking love tokens or playful tools for sparking conversation, particularly in contexts that encouraged social and sexual openness, such as carnivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142344802632,"sku":"0_VulPfe_sip","price":16.92,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC09327_fd08c396-fc72-4b8c-a354-8c844ce7d776.jpg?v=1761302873"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-broche-h-joris","title":"Medieval brooch St George, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe medieval brooch shows St. George on horseback with a lance slaying the dragon while a divine hand gives him a blessing. The medieval brooch with St. George has a diameter of 3.5 cm. On the back of the brooch is a sturdy pin which is also suitable for strong fabrics and is therefore ideal for use as a garment clasp for medieval garments. In addition, the St. George brooch is equipped with an eyelet so that it can also be worn as an amulet around the neck. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eSaint George was raised by his widowed mother in the city of Lydda in Palestine in the late third century AD and grew up to become a Roman soldier. Under Emperor Diocletian, persecution of Christians began, but George refused to take part and confessed his faith, which earned him imprisonment, torture and eventually beheading. In the Middle Ages, George was named a saint because of the many miracles he was said to have performed, including the story of the slaying of the dragon. Legend has it that a town called Silene in Lybia was threatened by a sea serpent which prevented the inhabitants from using the waters of the lake. The townspeople practised pagan rites and sacrificed virgins to the monster to protect the town. When the king's daughter was to be the next offering, Saint George attacked the dragon on his white horse, with spear and shield, pierced it with his spear and freed the princess, whereupon the inhabitants converted to the Christian faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142363382088,"sku":"07_BR_St_Georg_sip","price":23.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC08167_6368a012-ec9c-42a8-bdb8-979a7dde63f2.jpg?v=1759409207"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-broche-madonna","title":"Medieval brooch Madonna, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the centre of the medieval brooch, which is framed by a decorative frame, the Child Jesus with a halo can be seen next to the Virgin Mary, who is adorned with a cross and crown and holds a lily blossom in the crook of her arm. In Christian iconography, the lily is part of the Annunciation scene, for the Archangel Gabriel announces to Mary that she is the mother of the Saviour and Son of God, Jesus Christ. In pictorial representations, he usually holds a lily in his hand as a sign of Mary's purity and virginity. The medieval brooch measures 3.5 x 3.5 cm. There is a sturdy needle on the back, which is also suitable for strong woolen fabrics. The medieval brooch is made of high-quality bronze and is also available in genuine silver-plated. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eIn Christian iconography, the image of the Virgin Mary or the Madonna is the representation of Mary, either alone or together with the child Jesus. 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The original is now in the possession of the Beuningen family collection. The word \"Amours\" appears on several medieval badges or pilgrim signs and translates as love, which suggests its use as a love offering between two lovers. The medieval brooch measures 3 x 2.8 cm and has a sturdy needle on the back. An additional eyelet allows the brooch to be worn as well as a pendant. The brooch is made of high-quality bronze. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe medieval signs with the inscription Amours are a group of representations of love, which were designed with love signs such as crowned hearts, with chaste busts, with flowers and the like, i.e. varieties of courtly love, which were also adopted by lower social classes in the late Middle Ages and represented in a generally understandable iconography.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e","brand":"Celtic WebMerchant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51142363971912,"sku":"07_BR_Amo_sip","price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0891\/2892\/7560\/files\/DSC08550_b0020ca6-1c46-47ec-830d-ad088bae6a58.jpg?v=1759409291"},{"product_id":"middeleeuwse-broche-fleur-de-lys","title":"Medieval pilgrim brooch Fleur-de-Lys, Walsingham, 15th century, silvered bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe model for this medieval brooch was a pilgrim's sign from England, which dates from the late 15th century AD. The original is now in the possession of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The original Fleur de Lys brooch comes from the English pilgrimage site of Walsingham, where England's most important shrine to the Virgin Mary was located. The circular decoration is typical of medieval halos at Walsingham and was often used for precious metal brooches from the second quarter of the 15th century. The medieval brooch has a diameter of 2.7 cm and thus corresponds exactly to the historical model. There is a sturdy pin on the back to close the shirt neckline on the medieval garment. The Fleur-de-Lys brooch is made of high-quality bronze. \u003cbr \/\u003e\u003cbr \/\u003eThe lily has been the royal symbol since the time of the Merovingian king Clovis I, who is said to have been presented with a lily by an angel who descended to earth. Hence, throughout the Middle Ages, the lily adorned the coat of arms of French kings as the Fleur de Lys, the flower of light. 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