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French pilgrimage badge – shrine of St. Dié (Saint Deodatus)

A principle pilgrimage site in the Lorraine region of northeastern France, in the Diocese of Strasbourg. It is dedicated to the 7th century Saint Deodatus of Nevers. The figure shown on the badge is St. Joan d’Arc who had close associations with the region.

 

Made from die-stamped brass with two enamels (blue & white). There is a pin clasp on the reverse and the maker’s name – Chobillon, Paris. It measures 40mm high x 25mm across (about 1 9/16” x 1”).

 

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Uploaded on October 14, 2009
Taken on October 14, 2009