Dated: 1350-1400

Finding place: Sluis

Details: h.:64mm w.:37mm

Meaning: it could be a pilgrim sign from Mont St.Michel in France (Normandy) but it differes in style from badges from that place. Name Michael ( Mika’el ) in translation from Hebrew means “who but God”. These are words of Archangel when he attacked rebellious Lucifer. Michael is angel responsible for special God’s orders. He is a protector of the Church, conqueror of evil powers, he accompanies soul going to the Last Judgement. On badge he is pictured at moment when Gods Hand prevents him from killing defeated evil, symbolized by dragon. This could be symbol of God’s mercy, compassion and grace.