Ca. 800-1000 AD. A reliquary cross pendant cast in two separate pieces and hinged at the top and bottom. The obverse face is engraved with a standing and robed orant figure depicted with outstretched arms. On the reverse, a stylised cross motif. This type of cross can be opened to hold a small relic or a prayer document. For a comparison see The British Museum, Museum number 1929,0713.7. This item is in wearable condition and it comes with a modern necklace cord.Size: L:92mm / W:55mm ; 75gProvenance: Private UK collection; From an old London collection formed in the 1990s.