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St
Lawrence $5 
Based on a carved medieval relief.
St. Lawrence was a Roman martyr who was tortured and died for
his faith roasted on a giant gridiron. It is reported that during
his torture he called out to his guards saying "This side
is done, turn me over and have a bite". For this reason
he is both the patron saint of cooks and of comedians.
Medieval
Pin Back
(size 25 mm X 40 mm)
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St. Peter - Vatican City $5
Reproduction.
Charm Style (size 40 mm X 40 mm)
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St. Barbara
$5
Reproduction. St. Barbara is the patron saint of artilerymen,
miners, military engineers and mathematicians. She is invoked
for protection against lightening and explosions. She is depicted
holding the tower in which she was imprisoned and the palm frond
of martyrdom.
Medieval Pin Back (size 29 mm X 40
mm)
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Arbour
of Love $5
Reproduction. At first glance this idyllic garden scene appears
innocent until you realize it is the place where winged penises
come to dance. Talk about your garden of earthly delights! This
large charm is intended to be sewn in place on hoods, has or
any place that needs special adornment.
Charm Style (size
58 mm X 54 mm)
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The Owl
$5
Reproduction.
Although revered by the Greeks, Romans and Celts as a symbol
of wisdom and insight, during the Middle Ages, the owl became
associated with witchcraft because of its nocturnal nature and
its image was worn to ward off evil. In medieval period bestiaries,
the owl was symbolic of the Jews who "preferred the night
of their ignorance to the fair day of Christian belief".
Medieval Pin Back (size 35 mm X 38
mm)
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Pilgrim
Pecker $5
Reproduction.
Here is a jaunty phallus all dressed up to leave on pilgrimage
with his scrip (small bag) at his side. To see him on his way,
an adoring lady is placing a crown on his head. He appears to
have quite a head for adventure!
Medieval Pin Back (size 34 mm X 38
mm)
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