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1985.52.1046

Amulet, oval shaped metal pendant depicting St Michael holding a sword and shield whilst treading on a serpent, with a loop for suspension. [ACA 26/04/2012]

1985.52.1046

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Collection type
Object
Description
Amulet, oval shaped metal pendant depicting St Michael holding a sword and shield whilst treading on a serpent, with a loop for suspension. [ACA 26/04/2012]
Long description
Amulet, oval shaped metal pendant depicting St Michael holding a sword and shield whilst treading on a serpent, with a loop for suspension. The image is the same on either side of the pendant. The serpent is said to represent Satan. [ACA 26/04/2012]
Geographical reference
France
Europe > Western Europe > France
Paris
Date / Period
Date made: Before 1895
Date collected
1895
Acquisition information
Transferred: 1985
Materials and processes
Material Silver Metal, Material Copper Alloy Metal, Process Hammered, Process Perforated
Dimensions
Height: max 53 mm, Width: max 36 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 1985.52.1046 Other numbers: 2090

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