Cat and Mouse Replica Medieval Badge, Boxed With Brief Historical Descripition Icons Carn Cross

Carn Cross

This ancient and enigmatic symbol depicts three hares prancing round each other

small sized sanctuary bell

is one of the well known parables of Jesus

Sizes: 8 Inches (20cm) high

Cat and Mouse Replica Medieval Badge, Boxed With Brief Historical Descripition Icons Carn CrossThis unusual and rather naive badge depicts a cat with a mouse in its mouth, under which is the legend visis mu (here is the mouse). The design must have been well known at the time, as apart from badges it can also be found in medieval bestiaries and misericords. Although its meaning is not clear, it is possible that it is being used as an allegory for the Devil catching sinners. Strangely the cat has two tails, and although in symbolism the number