Jewellery, Watches and Objects of Vertu

A post Medieval silver heraldic badge, the embossed silver badge of quatrefoil outline, with central lion rampant motif, length 32mm. £200-£300

The lion is a common charge in heraldry. It traditionally symbolises courage, nobility, royalty, strength, stateliness and valour, because historically it has been regarded as the "king of beasts".