Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze Beautiful cross.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.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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This medieval bronze pectoral cross, dating from the 11th–13th century AD, has a central square shield with an oblique cross and disc-shaped ends decorated with concentric circles.
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Medieval bronze pectoral cross.
An exquisite medieval pectoral cross with deep archaic symbolism.At the center of the cross is a square shield with a distinctive oblique cross (symbolic of St. Andrew's Cross and the four cardinal directions).
The ends of the rays are decorated with disc-shaped caps featuring a clearly defined concentric pattern ("solar" circles). The expressive geometry of the design is combined with a refined, smooth patina of a deep green color.
A striking example of early Christian jewelry art with pagan solar motifs.
Excellent condition,intact.The metal is strong.A wonderful specimen!The ear is intact, the ornamental relief is clear, and there is no mechanical damage or restoration.The surface shows honest wear and a beautiful green patina,confirming its age and authenticity.Signs of wear consistent with age and use.100% original.Look at many photos for your own impression.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze
Size: 25 х 21 mm.
Weight: 1.46 grams.
Item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating from the 1980s.
Medieval bronze pectoral cross.
An exquisite medieval pectoral cross with deep archaic symbolism.At the center of the cross is a square shield with a distinctive oblique cross (symbolic of St. Andrew's Cross and the four cardinal directions).
The ends of the rays are decorated with disc-shaped caps featuring a clearly defined concentric pattern ("solar" circles). The expressive geometry of the design is combined with a refined, smooth patina of a deep green color.
A striking example of early Christian jewelry art with pagan solar motifs.
Excellent condition,intact.The metal is strong.A wonderful specimen!The ear is intact, the ornamental relief is clear, and there is no mechanical damage or restoration.The surface shows honest wear and a beautiful green patina,confirming its age and authenticity.Signs of wear consistent with age and use.100% original.Look at many photos for your own impression.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze
Size: 25 х 21 mm.
Weight: 1.46 grams.
Item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating from the 1980s.
Details
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
11th–13th Century AD
Name of object
Beautiful cross.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
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