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1985.52.609

Amulet, metal pendant in the shape of a bugle horn, with figures on one side, a key and an inscription on the other, and a loop for suspension. [RB 23/03/2012]

1985.52.609

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, metal pendant in the shape of a bugle horn, with figures on one side, a key and an inscription on the other, and a loop for suspension. [RB 23/03/2012]
Long description
Amulet, metal pendant in the shape of a bugle horn, with figures on one side, a key and an inscription on the other, and a loop for suspension. One side depicts a figure of a St. Hubert kneeling in front of a stag in relief. The other depicts a key in relief, surrounded by an inscription which reads: 'CLEF DE S HUBERT'. [RB 23/03/2012]
Geographical reference
Belgium
Europe > Western Europe > Belgium
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1891
Date collected
1891
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Copper Alloy Metal, Process Cast, Process Perforated, Process Inscribed, Process Struck
Dimensions
Length x Width: max 15 x 20 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.52.609 Other numbers: 1137

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Figure, Writing, Amulet, Pendant, Animal Figure, Religious Object, Inscription, Neck Ornament

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