Medieval France Jewelry Octagonal Arras Amiens Labyrinth Maze of Chartres Cathedral Protection Amulet Symbol of Life Pewter Mens Womens Pendant Necklace Charm for Men Women Unisex Silver Ball Chain

Medieval France Jewelry Octagonal Arras Amiens Labyrinth Maze of Chartres Cathedral Protection Amulet Symbol of Life Pewter Men's Women's Pendant Necklace Charm for Men Women Unisex Silver Ball Chain This labyrinth faithfully replicates the original medieval design built in the French Cathedral Notre Dame d'Amiens, north of Paris. As with the labyrinth at Reims Cathedral, the design was based on the octagon, an eight sided figure. The rebirth symbology of the number eight is often incorporated into baptismal fonts in Christian churches. Building labyrinths with this powerful association must truly have resonated with medieval pilgrims visiting these cathedrals. Built in 1288 of white and black marble, the Amiens labyrinth was created during the height of the medieval labyrinth building period in the thirteenth century. The walking path follows the same pattern as at Chartres Cathedral, except that a walker traces the black marble between the white marble lines. The labyrinth was destroyed during floor renovations in 1827-29, and restored in 1894-97.