Byzantine Lead Pilgrim's Stamp with Saint Simeon the...

IMPORTANT! Due to new custom regulations we can no longer ship outside the E.U. Please make sure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. - Saint Simeon the Stylite (the Pillar Saint): One of the most common images on Byzantine tokens is Saint Simeon living atop a high pillar. Pilgrims or disciples were often depicted at the base of the pillar. Some pilgrims were shown crawling or kneeling in deep reverence or prayer to demonstrate their humility. - Curated by W.G. Lambert of the British Museum. Unfortunatly, the original paper is not present. https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/term/BIOG62481 Registered shipping. Provenance/Known History: Ex. Private collection S., UK. Collected between 1970 and 1990. After that A&O Gallery, UK. Important information: - A declaration of authenticity by my shop is provided with this lot. - Invoices, import- and export papers etc. will not be shared with customers. - Please do not pay for a won item before you are finished bidding in the auction. The system will not be able to combine your orders into one shipping if all items aren't paid at once.

Estimate:$449.48

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