BYZANTINE CROSS PENDANT NECKLACE 6TH-8TH CENTURY AD

$500.00 Sale

Gilt bronze, over 1 7/8” (1.92”) total height. Fine form with the cross beam centered and the beams flared in the Maltese cross fashion. Broad crenulated edge. The field as converging triangles each with a nub terminal and matching nub center. The five nubs representing the five wounds of Christ. The charges above. Reverse flat with textured surface from open face mold casting. Crisp with good detail. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold surface restored, on an 18” gilt silver neck chain for modern wear. Gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.

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