The design of this magnificent cross originates from actual byzantine museum artifacts from the east-roman empire c. 11 AD. This cross is a magnificent piece as it is multi-layered and beautifully made in true Byzantine rhythm with a staggering full weight in solid sterling silver. The cross and minor crosses depicted naturally refer to the most sacred symbol in Christianic faith, however the Byzantine elements are striking both in the cross-patee (outwardly graduating thicker 'arms', this also being a characteristic of the Knight's Templar and Maltese cross which were to folow chronologically) as is also very characteristic, the intricate ball/core of the cross which is typical of asia-minor and Constantinople artisanship. Items like these, very heavy in silver and intricate in their build are common in Byzantine heritage and in clerical spheres within today's Greek-orthodox church as with higher members of the clerical hierarchy in Byzantium under Constantine the Great. It was made in Greece, stands 2.3 inches high 2 inches width and weighs approximately 23 g.
Cross Details:
Condition: New, Handmade in Greece
Material: Sterling Silver 925
Height: 2.3 inches
Width: 2 inches
Weight: 23 g
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