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LOT 109A

Silver pendant with a large Byzantine bronze encolpion

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A lovely silver pendant with a large Byzantine bronze reliquary cross or encolpion, 8th - 11th Century AD, the front half present and depicting the Virgin with arms upraised ‘Orans’ and wearing long robes. Above her is inscribed MHTPH ‘Mother’ within two horizontal lines, a cross above the virgin’s head and leaf devices and stars to sides. The front half of the cross is set within a custom .925 silver pendant with heavy chain. Crosses such as these were originally worn as a statement of faith. Ex Epshtein collection, Berkeley, CA.

Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.

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A lovely silver pendant with a large Byzantine bronze reliquary cross or encolpion, 8th - 11th Century AD, the front half present and depicting the Virgin with arms upraised ‘Orans’ and wearing long robes. Above her is inscribed MHTPH ‘Mother’ within two horizontal lines, a cross above the virgin’s head and leaf devices and stars to sides. The front half of the cross is set within a custom .925 silver pendant with heavy chain. Crosses such as these were originally worn as a statement of faith. Ex Epshtein collection, Berkeley, CA.

Condition: The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections , the effects of aging, or repair/restoration work. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid, prior to placing a bid, and we will be happy to give you a full overview of the items' condition. All transactions are governed by Ancient Resource LLC's Conditions of Sale.

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