Pilgrim Badges
Pilgrim badges were sold in the medieval period as souvenirs of pilgrimage. All of the badges below are accurate copies of surviving pewter artefacts. For information on the history of pilgrim badges please refer to the ‘History’ section of the website. Devotional badges are also included in this section.
P1-King Henry VI, Windsor
This badge probably commemorates the Lancastrian King Henry VIs brief return to power in 1470, prior to his death following defeat at the battle of Tewkesbury in 1471. Due to his violent death, Henry VI soon achieved popular sanctity despite condemnation during the reign of Edward IV. His cult was recognized by Richard III and rose to prominence as one of England’s most important pilgrimages following the Yorkist’s defeat at the battle of Bosworth in 1485.
Original found in London.
Late 15th century.
42x43mm Depicting the King on horseback and holding an orb and cross.
Original found in London.
Late 15th century.
42x43mm Depicting the King on horseback and holding an orb and cross.
Price:
£6.00
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