Byzantine Lead, -Pendant with rare and beautiful Byzantine cross in lead-30 mm-7th/9th centuries AD Cross - 30 mm (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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Description from the seller
Excellent pendant with a lead Byzantine cross.
Intact suspension link.
North Germany
Material: lead
7th to 9th centuries AD
Dimensions: 30 x 22 x 3 mm
Weight: 7.88 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.
1340/concor 5
Excellent pendant with a lead Byzantine cross.
Intact suspension link.
North Germany
Material: lead
7th to 9th centuries AD
Dimensions: 30 x 22 x 3 mm
Weight: 7.88 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.
1340/concor 5
Details
Era
Before 1400
Culture
Byzantine
Century/ Timeframe
siglos 7º/9º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Material
-Pendant with rare and beautiful Byzantine cross in lead-30 mm-7th/9th centuries AD, Lead
Year acquired
2004
Country of Origin
Germany
Country acquired from
Austria
Height
30 mm
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Width
22 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
3 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
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.
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.
