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This is an alabaster panel carved to depict the Annunciation. It was produced in England, likely in Nottingham or York during the 15th century. It was used to decorate an altar.

This strap end was created in the Pre-Viking, Late Iron Age period in Scandinavia. Although, functionally, the strap end served as the end of a belt, opposite the buckle, it also stood for something more: status. Evidence corroborates the notion that…

A steelyard weight with a high ranking official wearing a chlamys. Many other steelyard weights depicting people are emperors or empresses, suggesting the imperial authority and approval of the specific weight.

Brass plate with image of St. Christopher at the center, surrounded by an inscription

Very shallow; was this decorative or for eating?

It is a lead seal. On one face is an inscription of text stating Athanasius's title. The other is a picture of Virgin Mary with Christ.

This item does not have a detailed provenance, and its creator is unknown. The style typifies that of the Palaiologan Dynasty. The gilding sets this icon apart from common icons, and has been fairly well preserved.

Manufactured in Limoges, France - likely for trade!