EASTERN EUROPEAN CHRISTIAN CROSS NECKLACE 17TH-18TH CENTURY

Orthodox rite. Bronze or copper. Over 1 1/2” (1.53”) total height. Raised border delineating the cross with broad beams, the cross beam above center and enclosing a stick cross with Cyrillic inscriptions at the terminals. Reverse with a similar cross with Cyrillic inscriptions. The outside edges in flowing baroque elements. Excellent preservation with crisp detail. On an 18” sterling silver mounted polished leather neck cord for contemporary wear. Jewelry gift boxed with Certificate of Authenticity.