BYZANTINE GOLD AND RED GARNET PENDANT WITH CENTRAL CROSS

Ca. AD 400 - 600. A circular gold openwork pendant with a broad frame of concentric moulded borders enclosing a cross. The centre and the four terminals of the cross are set with red garnet cabochons in circular collets, connected by slender gold arms. A ribbed suspension loop is attached at the top. Size: 38mm x 33mm; Weight: 8.7g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.