C. 14th-15th century

An interesting pewter pilgrim badge representing a medieval ship called a cog. It depicts a mask and platforms at either end of the ship (forecastle and aftercastle), with multiple forestays and backstays with overlapping planks. The badge most likely illustrates part of the Life of St Thomas Becket and is associated with his shrine at Canterbury.

Although a little damaged, it is an interesting piece with good detail.

Ref: Similar example in The British Museum, museum number: 1868,0904.39.

Provenance: Old European Collection.

Size: W: 62mm x H: 58mm