Gone Medieval How to Spot Magic in Medieval Buildings
Sep 8, 2023
Author Brian Hoggard discusses magical protection in medieval buildings, including hidden shoes, written charms, and protection marks. They explore the identification of genuine medieval buildings and the preservation of historical architecture in urban settings.
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Spotting Medieval Buildings
- Look for natural materials like stone, wood, and plaster when identifying medieval buildings.
- Smaller scale proportions and features like mullioned windows and jetting upper floors indicate medieval origin.
Marks Inside Old Buildings
- Look for masons' and carpenters' marks inside old buildings as clues to construction and assembly.
- Also search for merchant marks and graffiti like ship drawings that indicate historical beliefs and protection.
Burn Marks as Magical Protection
- Deliberate burn marks in timber buildings acted as magical symbols of candle flames to ward off evil.
- These marks are deeply burned by repeated scraping and not accidental candle burns.