complete Medieval period pilgrim ampullae flask English circa.1400-1600. Cast in lead in the form of a scallop shell. These little flasks were sold at the shrines containing Holy water or oil and were worn about the pilgrims person or sewn onto the clothing. There are also references to them being used to bless fields in hope of a good harvest by pouring the contents or burying them whole. An intriguing object if only it could talk. 4.7cms tall and 3.7cms wide. From an English collection, we guarantee this piece to be genuine. Comes complete with full description.