Late Roman/Early Byzantine Bronze Byzantine Late-Roman Bronze Cross Pendant Circa 9th – 12th century AD (No Reserve Price)
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Description from the seller
Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Late-Roman
Circa 9th – 12th century AD
An authentic bronze cross pendant with flared terminals, cast with a textured surface to resemble wood grain, symbolising the True Cross. The suspension loop remains intact, allowing it to still be worn today.
Crosses of this type were popular throughout the Byzantine Empire and were worn as expressions of Christian faith as well as protective amulets.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 4 cm
Weight: approx. 3 g
Condition: Very good condition with a natural green patina. Suspension loop intact. Some wear consistent with age.
Provenance: Private European collection, acquired in the 1990s.
A fine devotional object from the Byzantine world, representing early Christian faith and craftsmanship.
Note: The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired and is entitled to sell it.
****Please note: Orders shipped outside the EU may be subject to customs fees and import duties.****
Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Late-Roman
Circa 9th – 12th century AD
An authentic bronze cross pendant with flared terminals, cast with a textured surface to resemble wood grain, symbolising the True Cross. The suspension loop remains intact, allowing it to still be worn today.
Crosses of this type were popular throughout the Byzantine Empire and were worn as expressions of Christian faith as well as protective amulets.
Material: Bronze
Dimensions: approx. 4 cm
Weight: approx. 3 g
Condition: Very good condition with a natural green patina. Suspension loop intact. Some wear consistent with age.
Provenance: Private European collection, acquired in the 1990s.
A fine devotional object from the Byzantine world, representing early Christian faith and craftsmanship.
Note: The seller guarantees that this item has been legally acquired and is entitled to sell it.
****Please note: Orders shipped outside the EU may be subject to customs fees and import duties.****
Details
Culture
Late Roman/Early Byzantine
Century/ Timeframe
Circa 9th – 12th century AD
Name of object
Byzantine Late-Roman Bronze Cross Pendant Circa 9th – 12th century AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2024
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
United Kingdom
Condition
Fair
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
United Kingdom
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.
