Saxon & Medieval — Medieval; 13th century
Mould, ampulla mould
Stone mould for making costrel-style ampullae. Ampullae were small lead alloy bottles that contained water that been associated with saintly relics – sometimes relics were dipped into the water to transfer some of their power. This water was thought to have powerful properties such as the ability to cure diseases and so ampullae were popular pilgrim souvenirs. Ampullae could be worn on string round the neck or hung up at home to be used when needed. An ampulla made in a mould similar to this one is in the Museum’s collection (see 93.215/2).
- Category:
- Saxon & Medieval
- Object ID:
- 11053
- Object name:
- mould, ampulla mould
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- Production date:
- Medieval; 13th century
- Material:
- stone
- Measurements/duration:
- H 75 mm, W 84 mm, D 48 mm, WT 342 g
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- Record quality:
- 100%
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- Copyright holder:
- digital image © London Museum
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