Antique Russian Eastern Orthodox Bronze Baptismal Cross ORIGINAL Imperial Russia
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Antique Russian Eastern Orthodox Bronze Baptismal Cross ORIGINAL Imperial Russia:
$26.99
Antique Russian PectoralBaptismal Cross, circa mid XIX C. – early XX C.
This is GUARANTEED 100%ORIGINAL ANTIQUE item made in Russian Empire, over 100 years old.
Features solid, heavyconstruction of the eyelet and the Eastern Orthodox Cross with three crossbeamsdepicted in tri-dimensional profile. The cross is hand-made, cast in SolidBronze. Measures 29.4 mm tall x 15.5 mmwide.
The cross is in Good condition,an attractive piece despite its age. There is pitting and oxidation, mostly onthe reverse, but the dark patina to the bronze is nice and even, adds greatdeal of character. Most details of the cross and artwork are stillwell-defined.
The penny in the last photo is for size reference.