In Saint Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, pilgrims will rub the right foot of the bronze San Pietro sculpture—as an expression of veneration or to obtain a blessing. This little spelter replica was likely a souvenir purchased by such a visitor in the Thirties through Fifties. (3.25" x 1.5" x 1.5") sc13198b
c. 1930's - 1950's
