Medieval Bronze pectoral cross. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Medieval bronze pectoral cross, an equilateral four‑pointed cross with spherical knob ends, dating to 1200–1400 AD, in excellent condition with a green patina, 23 × 16 mm and 1.23 g, originally acquired from an auction house in Europe in 2015.
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A unique and rare medieval bronze pectoral cross.
Early Medieval Period 1200-1400 AD.
A classic equilateral four-pointed cross, with ends terminating in neat, spherical knobs. This type of cross is widespread in the Byzantine tradition and symbolizes harmony and the divine principle.
The cross is in excellent condition for its age. The relief is crisp, the patina is uniform, and there is no damage. All casting details, including the decorative elements at the ends of the arms, are clearly visible.Bronze covered with a fine green patina, testifying to its venerable age and authenticity.
Such crosses were worn by both men and women as protective amulets and symbols of faith. Each such cross represents the personal story of an individual from that era—their hopes and prayers.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 23 x 16 mm.
Weight: 1.23 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.
A unique and rare medieval bronze pectoral cross.
Early Medieval Period 1200-1400 AD.
A classic equilateral four-pointed cross, with ends terminating in neat, spherical knobs. This type of cross is widespread in the Byzantine tradition and symbolizes harmony and the divine principle.
The cross is in excellent condition for its age. The relief is crisp, the patina is uniform, and there is no damage. All casting details, including the decorative elements at the ends of the arms, are clearly visible.Bronze covered with a fine green patina, testifying to its venerable age and authenticity.
Such crosses were worn by both men and women as protective amulets and symbols of faith. Each such cross represents the personal story of an individual from that era—their hopes and prayers.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 23 x 16 mm.
Weight: 1.23 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
1200-1400 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
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Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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