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A beautiful Byzantine bronze reliquary cross

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A beautiful Byzantine bronze reliquary cross

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A beautiful Byzantine bronze reliquary cross, c. 9th - 12th Century AD, comprised of two halves with a suspension loop, one side depicts the crucified Christ, cross above, and the opposite side depicts the Virgin Orans. 5.2 x 2.5 cm. Very well preserved with great detail. Ex Los Angeles private collection.

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A beautiful Byzantine bronze reliquary cross

Name: A beautiful Byzantine bronze reliquary cross
SKU: 66924892
Price: 300 USD
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