Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant — Witness of the Imperial Era 12th–13th Century - 29 mm (No reserve price)

Rare Byzantine Cross Pendant — Witness of the Imperial Era 12th–13th Century

An authentic bronze Byzantine cross pendant, dating to the period of the Byzantine Empire’s greatest flourishing.

This cross is far more than a piece of jewelry. It is a sacred object of personal devotion, worn by pilgrims, warriors, and members of the Byzantine clergy. Such pendants accompanied their owners in daily life, military campaigns, and prayer, serving as a protective talisman and a symbol of divine protection.

In Byzantine tradition, the cross was not only a sign of faith but also a symbol of belonging to the Christian world of the Empire, which united East and West. Bronze crosses of this type were often blessed and passed down from generation to generation. They were believed to protect their wearer from evil, illness, and misfortune.

This example bears authentic traces of time, which only enhance its authenticity and historical significance. Before you is an object that has survived centuries, the fall of cities, and the changing of eras.

Origin: Byzantine Empire

Period: Middle Ages (circa 12th–13th century)

Material: Bronze

Dimensions: 29 × 25 mm

Condition: Good archaeological condition, with natural patina

Function: Pendant / wearable cross

From a private collection

Shipping within the European Union only, in accordance with cultural heritage regulations

This is an original historical artifact, carrying the spiritual and cultural power of Byzantium — an object that cannot be recreated or replicated, only preserved.

A rare opportunity to become the owner of a true witness of history.