31 St. Sebastian

How old?: 1400-1450

Finding place: ’s-Hertogenbosch, Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Tolsende, Nieuwlande

Place of provenance: Rome (?)

Details: h.:45mm w.26mm

Meaning: st.Sebastian badge. Probably pilgrim souvenir from Rome (in catacombs at Via Appia there is a tomb of “San Sebastian”) Due to the saints popularity it may be also lucky charm. St.Sebastian was a martyr. Tied to a tree he was “executed” by arrow shots. Proclaimed patron of archers, and also all people using this weapon (like town guilds for example) This pattern is a replica of finding from ‘s-Hertogenbosch (Holland)

Available made of pewter and brass.