Ceramic pendant, Russia, 1914-1918

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Ceramic pendant, Russia, 1914-1918. Science Museum, London. Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0). Source: Wellcome Collection.

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The pendant shows two unknown saints. It was believed that saints could protect and intercede on a person’s behalf. It would have been worn on a chain or a piece of leather. This pendant was worn by a Russian soldier during the First World War, probably as a lucky charm. maker: Unknown maker Place made: Russia

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