Needlecase. Fifteenth century. On the alternating panels on the base section are the inscriptions "Mater Dei Memento"- "Mother of God remember me" and also "Jasper, Melchior, Bal(thasar)", these being the Three Wise Men. The needlecase measures 8,5 cm high. Pewter. Supplied with a leather thong, ready to hang from the belt or girdle.
