Scallop

Since the Middle Ages, shells have served as a sign of identification for pilgrims visiting the tomb of St. James in Santiago de Compostela. Originally, the shell was also regarded as proof of pilgrimage. The first mention of the Way of St. James dates back to 1047.

The back of the scallop shell serves as a sundial: point the eye in the direction of the sun until the captured ray of light falls on the small metal protrusion. The band of the plumb bob now crosses the corresponding date line. One of the vertical (curved) lines on which the time can be read now also crosses the date line. Downwards it goes to the afternoon hours, upwards to the morning hours.

Size: approx. 45 mm diameter
Material: solid sterling silver

A black strap and instructions for use are included.