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Bronze Byzantine Reliquary Cross called an "Enkolpion" with a Crude Figure of Christ etched on Obverse and Reverse

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The July Collectibles Sale (#147) Closed

Lot #123 Bronze Byzantine Reliquary Cross called an "Enkolpion" with a Crude Figure of Christ etched on Obverse and Reverse

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Lot closed - Winning bid:$100

Estimate: $300 - $500

Description

Description:

Bronze Byzantine Reliquary Cross called an "Enkolpion" with a Crude Figure of Christ etched on Obverse and Reverse. Striking example of Byzantine art example of a Byzantine reliquary in finely patinated bronze. The cross is formed of two halves, with a suspension loop at the top and hinge at the bottom. Both sides displays a crudely etched figure of Christ on the cross. From top of bale to bottom hinge, the cross measures 3.5 x 2". Estimated Value $300 - 500

Categories: Antiquities
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CONTRACTS

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BUYER'S PREMIUM

Twenty two point five percent (22.5%) Coins, twenty five percent (25%) Manuscript and Collectibles, twenty seven point five percent (27.5%) Invaluable

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