Byzantine Bronze, Magnificent large bronze cross with solar symbols - 53 mm - 7th/9th centuries AD Pendant (No reserve price)
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Bronze Byzantine cross dating to the 7th–9th century AD, measuring 53 × 27 × 3 mm and weighing 10.75 g, decorated with solar symbols, sold with a modern cord.
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Description from the seller
Excellent bronze cross, decorated with solar symbols.
North Germany
Material: bronze
7th to 9th centuries AD
Dimensions: 53 x 27 x 3 mm
Weight: 10.75 g
This cross is guaranteed to be authentic.
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiques Fair
Collected since: 1970s.
History of previous owners: Former Austrian private collection formed in 1980.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord, and it can be worn around the neck.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this batch.
1253/concor 3
Excellent bronze cross, decorated with solar symbols.
North Germany
Material: bronze
7th to 9th centuries AD
Dimensions: 53 x 27 x 3 mm
Weight: 10.75 g
This cross is guaranteed to be authentic.
Origin
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiques Fair
Collected since: 1970s.
History of previous owners: Former Austrian private collection formed in 1980.
The seller will ensure that all necessary permits are processed.
No shipments are made outside the EU.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
The pendant is sold with a modern cord, and it can be worn around the neck.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that he has the right to send this batch.
1253/concor 3
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Byzantine
Metal
Magnificent large bronze cross with solar symbols - 53 mm - 7th/9th centuries AD, Bronze
Century/ Timeframe
7º al 9º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Total weight
10.75 g
Year acquired
2004
Condition
Excellent condition - barely used with minimal signs of wear
Country acquired from
Austria
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
