Thesaurus Term/Concept: APOTROPAIC MARK
| Identifier | 170066 |
|---|---|
| Class | MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status | Preferred |
| Index? | Yes |
| Scope Note | A device, monogram or symbol usually carved on stone or woodwork near a building's entrance points, particularly doorways, windows and fireplaces, to protect inhabitants and visitors from witches and evil spirits. |
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Instances/Examples (3)
| Context | Record |
|---|---|
| Monument Type | MNN171448 Barns, Winwick Grange (Building) |
| Monument Type | MNN168184 Cart shed and granary, Heathencote Farm (Building) |
| Monument Type | MNN107815 Nos.50 and 51 (Manor Cottages) (Building) |