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Do Scallop Shells in Architectural History have Symbolic Meaning?

Do Scallop Shells in Architectural History have Symbolic Meaning?

Aug 28, 2024

I have wondered about the symbolic meaning behind the scallop shell in architecture. It is associated with the St James and the pilgrimage of Santiago de Compostela. Does it have any significance though in its application on buildings or furnishings? This post throws...