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Unveiling Medieval Loyalties Through Seals and Badges

Explore the political allegiances and symbolism behind medieval seals and badges, uncovering clues to knights' loyalties and identities in the intricate designs and Latin inscriptions. Delve into the significance of heraldic motifs like dragons, shields, and animals, decoding the hidden messages of loyalty showcased in these historical artifacts. Learn about the Order of the Garter and its emblematic importance in medieval society. Discover the visual language of medieval symbolism that shaped political loyalties and identities.

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Unveiling Medieval Loyalties Through Seals and Badges

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  1. The Medieval World What can medieval seals and badges tell us about political loyalties?

  2. A knight’s seal from the early 13th century What can you see? helmet shield sword destrier (war horse) writing additional shield chain mail trappings surcoat dragon

  3. The writing on the seal is in Latin. It is also back to front - Why do you think this is?

  4. Here is how the seal would look in a mirror. Can you work out what the words mean? This Latin word means “Seal” This Latin word means “son of …”

  5. Why do you think the knight has included a dragon on his seal? Why do you think he has included the shield of another man?

  6. Badges of allegiance Identify the two animals shown below Which of the two badges do you think was more valuable?

  7. Why would people wear these badges? Do you think many people wore badges just like these? The swan was the symbol of King Henry IV (1399-1413) The boar was the symbol of King Richard III (1483-1485

  8. A copy of the badge of the Order of the Garter – a very special honour set up by Edward III in 1348 Look closely - What can you see? Shield of Edward III’s son, the Black Prince God and Jesus Angel holding helmet Motto of the Order of the Garter: Hony Soyt Ke Mal Y Pense Kneeling Knight Garter

  9. The badge was made to be worn at the funeral of the Black Prince. It is made from lead, a cheap material. Why would people have wanted to wear something like this? Do you think many people would have worn this badge?

  10. Use the objects you have just studied to say whether you agree with this statement: “Medieval seals and badges show that knights were loyal to the king”

  11. Find out more about the Medieval world: Visit the main Museum website www.britishmuseum.org Use Explore to look at some of our medieval objects www.britishmuseum.org/explore/introduction.aspx

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