Medallion Representing a Pelican Feeding Its Young with Its Own Blood

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Medallion Representing a Pelican Feeding Its Young with Its Own Blood

Artist Unidentified artist

CultureItalian

Date15th century

Mediumsilver inlaid in niello work

Dimensions2 3/8 in. (6 cm)

Classificationscoins & medals

Credit LineThe William A. Whitaker Foundation Art Fund

Object number80.52.1

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