Byzantine Gold Cross with Lobes
5th-7th century AD. A hollow-formed sheet gold cross pendant with expanding arms, central knop, disc lobe to each outer angle with incised radiating lines; remains of loop to the reverse. Cf. Wamser, L. Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 508 for type. 3 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's Swiss collection; formerly acquired in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Fine condition, chipped. Important.
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5th-7th century AD. A hollow-formed sheet gold cross pendant with expanding arms, central knop, disc lobe to each outer angle with incised radiating lines; remains of loop to the reverse. Cf. Wamser, L. Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 508 for type. 3 grams, 46mm (1 3/4"). Property of a London lady, part of her family's Swiss collection; formerly acquired in the 1980s.
Condition Report: Fine condition, chipped. Important.
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