From Fife
This crystal ball is probably from a grave in Fife. It would have been used as a charm or amulet to ward off illness and other evils.
Ball of rock crystal, probably from a grave in Fife
In medieval times, infectious diseases were common and the average lifespan was short. Many people believed in the power of charms and amulets to help keep illnesses and evil at bay.
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