13th Century Falconry Vervelle

Superb and extremely rare copper alloy vervelle from the end of the 13th century, complete and in a very very good state of preservation! This is not an excavation piece! There are beautiful remains of gold on both sides of the vervelles which testify to the heraldic belonging to a wealthy lord. Dimensions 10 x 4 cm A rare object not to be missed !! The falconry vervelle, or more aptly named hunting vervelle in flight, is a small goldsmith object attached to the legs - to the tarsi - of hunting birds. In order to identify the owner of the bird in case of loss, the vervelle is provided with a coat of arms or distinctive signs making it easy to recognize the individual to which the bird is attached. Often made of copper alloy, silver or gold, these small objects are commonly enameled or engraved and are found in the form of a ring or small plaque.