Personal Accessory #2. Mirror Case

Time period:15th Century

Origin: England

Materials: Pewter, mirror

Product Dimensions: Dimensions; 50mm diameter

Further details:

This would have been used by pilgrims to capture the reflection of a shrine, so that they could take the magic power of it with them. The crucifixion scene shows Saint John to the left, with a bible, and Mary to the right carrying a purse. Above the figure of Christ is a sun and moon.