Pilgrim's Plaque

Coptic

4th–7th century

Not on view

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Title: Pilgrim's Plaque
Date: 4th–7th century
Geography: Made in Byzantine Egypt
Culture: Coptic
Medium: Earthenware
Dimensions: Overall: 3 7/8 x 4 x 1/4 in. (9.8 x 10.2 x 0.7 cm)
Classification: Ceramics
Credit Line: Gift of Kirkor Minassian, 1926
Object Number: 26.98.1
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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