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Antique Orthodox Bronze Cross Pendant — Crucifixion with Enamel Traces
A small cast bronze pectoral cross in the Eastern Orthodox tradition, with rounded quatrefoil terminals, an integral suspension loop, and a raised crucifixion scene on the face. The figure of Christ is shown beneath a rayed nimbus, flanked by abbreviated inscriptions in the side lobes, with a bust figure in the upper medallion. The reverse carries a full Church Slavonic prayer text in relief.
Traces of the original enamel remain in the recessed areas — visible as spots of orange-red, white and green against the dark earthen patina. Surface deposits, softened relief and edge wear are all present and consistent with long burial and age.
DETAILS
Material: cast bronze / copper alloy
Design: crucifixion obverse, inscribed reverse
Enamel: partial original traces, worn
Approx. size: about 1 in / 25 mm wide (see ruler photo)
Condition: as found — uncleaned patina, wear, deposits
Suspension loop intact
The piece hangs well on a leather cord or chain and also displays beautifully in a small frame, riker case or shadow box. A meaningful addition to a collection of religious antiques, folk art or ecclesiastical metalwork, and a thoughtful gift for a collector, a historian, or anyone drawn to Orthodox devotional objects.
Please note this is an original found artifact, not a reproduction — every mark on it belongs to its own history.
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