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Medieval European Beadwork Illuminated: Historical Research by Jen Funk Segrest

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Pre-12th Century

3 pieces organized by “newest to oldest” as far as it’s addition to the site*. It’s a nice way to see what’s new, or view it all as a whole.
Use the drop menu for “Period Beadwork” above to separate items by century or item type.

*If an older piece reappears at the top, it’s due to my finding and adding additional photos and/or information and it’s publication date has been adjusted to reflect this.

11th Century: reliquary cross

Filed Under Liturgical & Ceremonial Items, Period Beadwork, Pre-12th Century, Seed Glass & Pearls (extant only)

11th Century: Chalice Base

Filed Under Liturgical & Ceremonial Items, Period Beadwork, Pre-12th Century, Seed Glass & Pearls (extant only)

11th Century: Reliquary Bag with plaques and pearls

Filed Under Bags, Purses & Pouches, Liturgical & Ceremonial Items, Period Beadwork, Pre-12th Century, Seed Glass & Pearls (extant only)

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