Ancient Byzantine Bronze Reliquary Cross

DESCRIPTION: Possibly ancient, Byzantine bronze reliquary cross formed of two halves, hinged at the base and pinned to a suspension loop above, one side engraved with a figure at center, with feathers on the arms on the cross; the other side with Jesus with a halo.
CIRCA: Possibly 12th Century
DIMENSIONS: H: 3.87" W: 1.75"

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CONDITION: Heavy wear with age. Patinated throughout. Small pierced area at the center of one side, and corresponding small crack. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305)-332-9274. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.