Stone mould for making crucifixes

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This stone mould for casting small lead or pewter crucifixes and other badges was found at Shawhill in Kinross-shire. It is thought to date from the 14th century.

This side of the mould has a crucifix.

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• Online ID: 000-100-000-434-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.KJ 85
• Date: 14th century
  14th century (?)
  
• Material: Stone
  Mould, crucifix / mould, badge
  
• Dimensions: 56 mm L X 40 mm W x 13 mm Dia
  
• What: Mould, crucifix / mould, badge
  
• Subject: Ecclesiastical, miscellaneous, vestments (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Where: Scotland, Kinross-shire, Shawhill
  
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• Description: Rude stone mould with a crucifix on one side, for casting small crucifixes and other badges, found at Shawhill, Kinross-shire, possibly 14th century
  
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