Ancient Resource
Byzantine Cross Pendant // 8th-11th Century AD
Product Description
This bronze Cross Pendant originates in the Byzantine Empire, circa 8th-11th century AD. One side depicts Christ with arms outstretched with the other side depicting the Virgin Mary, arms upraised “Orans” - meaning "in prayer". The pendant arrives intact with original suspension loop at top. It has a lovely olive-green patina and boasts excellent high-relief detail. This is truly museum-worthy piece.
Product Details
- Measurements
2.25"L x 0.875"W x 0.375"H
- OriginTurkey
— Origin: Byzantine Empire, C. 8th-11th Century AD
— Obverse: Depicts Christ With Arms Outstretched
— Reverse: Depicts The Virgin Mary With Arms Upraised
— Design: Intact With Original Suspension Loop At Top
— Patina / Color Deposits: Olive-green Patina, Excellent High-relief Detail
— Condition: Still Sealed, With Top And Bottom Pin Still In Place
— Provenance: Ex Los Angeles, CA Private Collection
Accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.
FAQ
Unlikely, but theoretically possible. Pilgrims at this time were collecting all sorts of relics from early Christianity. We have had True Cross fragments (purportedly) collected in the Medieval period, apparently from the True Cross St. Helena retrieved from Jerusalem during the Constantinian era, c. 330's AD.
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityCanada, United States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In2-3 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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