This amulet features a classic wheel cross design, characterized by an equal-armed cross enclosed within a circular frame. Crafted from cast metal, the piece exhibits a heavily worn and pitted surface, consistent with long-term burial and age-related corrosion. The circular border reinforces the cross arms, a form commonly associated with Crusader-era Christian symbolism, where the wheel cross represented both faith and protection. Wheel crosses of this type were widely used during the 11th–13th centuries, particularly in regions influenced by Crusader activity and medieval Christian culture. Such amulets were typically worn as personal devotional objects, serving both religious and apotropaic (protective) purposes. The simple, robust construction suggests it was intended for everyday wear rather than ceremonial display. The visible wear, mineral accretions, and softened details attest to the object’s antiquity and prolonged use, offering a tangible connection to medieval religious life during the Crusades. Size: 20mm