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RUSSIAN BYZANTINE BRONZE ICON CROSS ENCOLPION 12th CENT. ANTIQUE PRE- MONGOLIAN
"Front part of encolpion cross (back side is missing)
Size 1 3/4 by 2 1/2""
Reserve: $151.00
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"Front part of encolpion cross (back side is missing)
Size 1 3/4 by 2 1/2""
Reserve: $151.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
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RUSSIAN BYZANTINE BRONZE ICON CROSS ENCOLPION 12th CENT. ANTIQUE PRE- MONGOLIAN
Estimate $200-$250
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15th-20th Century Religious Icons
Feb 12, 2026 4:00 PM ESTNew York, NY, United States
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