Pill slab c. 1750

This anonymous “Pill slab” (c. 1750) is a decorative ceramic tile featuring a coat of arms in blue and white. The shield of the arms is flanked by two unicorns and topped by a crest. The tile is inscribed with the Latin phrase "Opiferque Per Orbem Dicor", which translates to "And I am called a healer throughout the world." The style and subject matter suggest the tile likely served as a decorative element in a home or public building. The use of blue and white color, known as Delftware, was common in the 18th century, particularly in the Netherlands.