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Beggars badge, Dysart
An act of Scottish Parliament in 1424 made begging illegal, except by those wearing an official badge. It was hoped that this would help decrease the amount of beggars. The size and shape of the badges were decided by the parish authorities, and many of the designs included town and county coats of arms.
Details
- Date Made
- 1742
- Dimensions
- 75 x 70 x 5mm
- Material
- Lead/Metal/BM Processed
- Time Period
- 18th century, Modern
- Property Information
- Arbroath Abbey
- Object Number
- ARB303
- Access Status
- Storage