Byzantine Silver Cross pendant
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Byzantine cross pendant in silver, measuring 7 cm long with a suspension loop, dating to the 8th–9th century, with a certificate of authenticity and provenance from a central London collection; excellent, intact condition.
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Description from the seller
Of very fine work with granules and rope patterns. Loop for suspension.
Size: 7 cm L (including loop) - 2 3/4 inches
Material: Silver, 15.8 grms
Culture: Byzantine, c. 8th- 9th Century A.D. (or Ethiopian and then later)
Condition: Intact
Provenance: Central London collection, acquired prior to 2000.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as an analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Of very fine work with granules and rope patterns. Loop for suspension.
Size: 7 cm L (including loop) - 2 3/4 inches
Material: Silver, 15.8 grms
Culture: Byzantine, c. 8th- 9th Century A.D. (or Ethiopian and then later)
Condition: Intact
Provenance: Central London collection, acquired prior to 2000.
The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired & will be legally exported, related documents seen by Catawiki.
This item do not need an export licence within the EU.
The seller will inform the buyer if it needs a UK export licence outside the EU
Worldwide shipping by Registered Mail.
Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
N.B. Import duties may be incurred on orders shipped to countries outside the UK.
Notice: We are not able to ship to Greece and Cyprus.
Catawiki disclaimer: This object has been dated based on style by the seller . No further tests, such as an analysis of metals(XRF-test) have been conducted to check the integrity of the piece.
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
Byzantine, c. 8th - 9th Century A.D. (or Ethiopian and then later)
Name of object
Cross pendant
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2018
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
