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6th-7th century A.D. Claw-shaped with cross and angel motif to the obverse; an inscription reading '+O KAT...Y' to the reverse. Cf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 585, for identical object. 7.9 grams, 39 mm (1 1/2 in.).
Acquired on the London, UK, art market in the 1990s. From a gentleman's private collection.
While one side is engraved with an angel with a cross-staff, the other side is engraved with the beginning of Psalm 91 (90): + ? ???????? ?? ?????? ??? ???????…(He who dwells in the shadow of the Most High…).
Acquired on the London, UK, art market in the 1990s. From a gentleman's private collection.
While one side is engraved with an angel with a cross-staff, the other side is engraved with the beginning of Psalm 91 (90): + ? ???????? ?? ?????? ??? ???????…(He who dwells in the shadow of the Most High…).
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Byzantine Bronze Pendant with Angel and Inscription
Estimate £100 - £140
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£90
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TimeLine Auctions Antiquities Sale - Day 2
Harwich, Essex, UK
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