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A Byzantine gold and chalcedony cross pendant circa 4th - 6th century AD

$2,078.95
£1,500
€1,783.67
CA$2,886.49
A$2,894.47
CHF 1,674.61
MX$35,244.86
NOK 19,433.30
SEK 19,807.03
DKK 13,335.24

About the Item

A Byzantine gold and chalcedony cross pendant, circa 4th - 6th century AD A Byzantine gold cross pendant with granulation and decorated with a chalcedony bead. The pendant is suspended from a modern 18 carat gold chain. Length of pendant: 2.5 cm Provenance: UK private collection, acquired in the 1980s Despite the persistent anti-adornment attitudes in early Christian writings, the abundant material evidence speaks of the importance jewellery held for Byzantine women. Crosses ornamented with precious stones allowed the wearer to display both their faith and wealth. They also acted as protective amulets, as it was believed they could repel evil spirits. Cross pendants such as this example were most likely used to decorate large, elaborate necklaces, for an example, see K. Brown et. al., ed. 'From Attila to Charlemagne: Arts of the Early Medieval Period in the Metropolitan Museum of Art'. New York and New Haven: The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2000. p. 59, 341, fig. 7.1
  • Metal:
    Gold
  • Stone:
    Chalcedony
  • Stone Cut:
    Cabochon
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.4 in (10 mm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)Length: 0.99 in (25 mm)
  • Style:
    Byzantine
  • Place of Origin:
    Turkey
  • Period:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Date of Manufacture:
    4th - 6th century AD
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There is some chipping to the chalcedony bead. Minor scratches to the gold. The chain (18ins adjustable to 16ins) and clasp are modern 18 carat gold.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CS 701stDibs: LU4729229975992

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