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Miter from the abbey church of the Benedictine monastery of Saint Peter (BOSMFA 38.887)

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By: Liz Griffith '24

The Miter from the Abbey church of the Benedictine Monastery of Saint Peter from the 13th century was found in Salzburg, Austria. A miter is a liturgical piece of clothing worn by a bishop or abbot during important church events. The head of the piece features eight-pointed stars and purple and gold roundels for gems that signify power and prestige. The silk originates from the eastern Mediterranean area, but the piece was constructed in Germany. Although materials from the Miter result from Crusade trade patterns, the religious textile could have been used during an event to justify Christianity for a call to arms or support for the Crusades.

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