Medieval Bronze pectoral cross. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)

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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Medieval bronze pectoral cross, 28 × 23 mm, 2.43 g, dating to 1100–1400 AD, in excellent condition; original/official authenticity, acquired from an auction house in Europe in 2015.

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Medieval bronze pectoral cross.
Early Medieval Period 1100-1400 AD.

An authentic medieval bronze cross. The artifact embodies the spirit of the era, preserving the warmth of the hands of the craftsman who created it centuries ago.
It bears a noble patina that highlights the item's venerable age. The geometry is intact, and the relief is clearly defined.
The cross features rounded terminals characteristic of its era (with "wing-like" or teardrop-shaped ends), and the suspension loop is intact. The object retains its natural historical patina.
This cross was probably worn by a warrior, a pilgrim or a simple Christian, and it served as a talisman and a source of strength.

The metal is strong.Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Wearable. 100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 28 x 23 mm.
Weight: 2.43 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, ​​Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.

Medieval bronze pectoral cross.
Early Medieval Period 1100-1400 AD.

An authentic medieval bronze cross. The artifact embodies the spirit of the era, preserving the warmth of the hands of the craftsman who created it centuries ago.
It bears a noble patina that highlights the item's venerable age. The geometry is intact, and the relief is clearly defined.
The cross features rounded terminals characteristic of its era (with "wing-like" or teardrop-shaped ends), and the suspension loop is intact. The object retains its natural historical patina.
This cross was probably worn by a warrior, a pilgrim or a simple Christian, and it served as a talisman and a source of strength.

The metal is strong.Signs of wear consistent with age and use. Wearable. 100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 28 x 23 mm.
Weight: 2.43 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, ​​Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.

Details

Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
1100-1400 ad
Name of object
pectoral cross. In excellent condition.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2015
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
SpainVerified
1080
Objects sold
99.48%
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