Silver - Necklace with pendant - Ethiopian Axum crosses

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Description from the seller

Collection of 5 Ethiopian silver crosses on a silver chain, Ethiopia, Axum, 20th century.
Two identical crosses, 5 x 4.8 cm, both marked on the back.
-1 Cross in clover shape, 6.5 x 4 cm.
-1 Cross with top, 8 x 4.8 cm.
-1 small cross, 4.5 x 3.8 cm, marked on the back.
Long silver chain with a total length of 78 cm.
Total weight 104 grams.
The markings are difficult to read and may indicate either the maker or silver marks.
All the silver has been tested and shows a bright red color on the test plate, see photo.

In good condition with minor signs of use; see photos, which are part of the description.
Registered shipment

Collection of 5 Ethiopian silver crosses on a silver chain, Ethiopia, Axum, 20th century.
Two identical crosses, 5 x 4.8 cm, both marked on the back.
-1 Cross in clover shape, 6.5 x 4 cm.
-1 Cross with top, 8 x 4.8 cm.
-1 small cross, 4.5 x 3.8 cm, marked on the back.
Long silver chain with a total length of 78 cm.
Total weight 104 grams.
The markings are difficult to read and may indicate either the maker or silver marks.
All the silver has been tested and shows a bright red color on the test plate, see photo.

In good condition with minor signs of use; see photos, which are part of the description.
Registered shipment

Details

Era
1900-2000
Metal
Silver
Total weight
104 g
Condition
Good condition - used with some signs of wear
Ethnic group/ culture
Axum
Country of Origin
Ethiopia
Sold with stand
No
Title additional information
Ethiopian Axum crosses
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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