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Brooch (front)

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found at Langhope, Roxburghshire

Brooch (front)
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This flat circular silver ring brooch dates from the 14th century. It was found in a small hoard of like material at Langhope in Roxburghshire. It is decorated with simple designs and an inscription, which suggests that the brooch was used as a protective amulet.

The front is inscribed '+IHESVS NAZARENVS REX NAZAE+'. The pin has a design of alternate hatched and plain triangles which is repeated on the other side of the brooch.

The talismanic inscription, invoking 'Jesus of Nazereth', was a sacred formula for protection (particularly against sudden death) or as a medium of good fortune.

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