EARLY CHRISTIAN PILGRIM’S CROSS 5th-8th CENTURY AD

Gilt bronze, just under 1" height, originally plated. Equilateral rectangular beams. Each beam with a central incised line. The back hollowed for inclusion of a sacred relic, the hair of a saint, spli

Gilt bronze, 1" height, originally plated. Equilateral rectangular beams. Each beam with a central incised line on both sides. Wear from its time of use, probably from handling in prayer. Professional

Over 1 ½" height. The back hollowed for inclusion of a sacred relic, the hair of a saint, splinter of the True Cross or similar. Incised linear design to the face. Pilgrimages to the Holy Land were f

Gilt bronze, 1 5/8” height with lobed beam terminals. Cross design to the face with X in a circle design at the crossbeam, perhaps an allusion to the Eucharist. The back hollowed for inclusion of a

An ancient Byzantine Empire Early Christian Religious 22K Gold ring. The ring is adorned with an engraved image of a cross and other accents. Circa: 8th century AD. Weight 5.2 grams. Fine detail work.

Gilt bronze size 6. 5th-8th Century AD. Typical Roman characteristics are the oval shape and projecting bottom nub. The thick oval bezel is incised with crossed marks representing St. Andrew's cross,

A veritable museum worthy Pilgrim's Flask, a scholar's delight, Late Roman or Early Byzantine c. 5th/6th century AD replete with symbols of Early Christian beliefs, Resurrection of Christ, Salvation o

5th - 11th Centuries AD, Roman - Early Byzantine artifact, pilgrim or crusader's ring. Rounded bezel with an incised diamond motif depicting a stylized cross on radial ground, suggesting light. Men's

Gilt bronze, 1" height. Originally plated and now re-gilt for modern wear. Vertical beam with centered shorter cross beam. The front with broad line incised cross within. All items purchased are accom

Five circles representing the five wounds of Christ. Worn by pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land before travel was restricted by Muslims, leading to the Crusades. Professionally refurbished with the g

Over 1 ¼" height. The front with broad line incised cross within. Surface textured from sand casting, probably open face mold. Professionally refurbished with the silver overlay restored and mounted

Ancient Coptic wood Cross c.5th-8th century AD. Size 4 7/8 inches length. 1 7/8 inch wide. Carved wood cross with Saints on both sides. Provenance: Ex Robert Haber Ancient Art NYC. Robert Haber’s in

Gilt bronze. Just under 1" height, of elegant form. Crossbeam above center with a four circle cluster at the intersection, representing a saltire. Each beam with a triple circle terminal. The saltire

Silvered bronze, 1" height. Equilateral rectangular beams reinforced at the junction. Each beam with a central incised line and central saltire. The back hollowed for inclusion of a sacred relic, the

5th-8th century AD. A flat-section silver hoop supporting an integral square plaque with incised border, intaglio cross potent. Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1995. Cf. Oman, C.C. Vic

4th-5th century A.D. Displaying a raised chi-rho motif to one face; pierced for suspension. 1.43 grams, 17 mm (5/7 in.). Acquired on the German art market around 2000s. From the collection of an EU ge

5th-8th century AD. A bronze reliquary cross pendant, high relief image of Christ crucified to one face, Christ risen to the other. 10 grams, 50mm (2"). Property of a Surrey collector; acquired in the

Late Roman/Byzantine period, 5th-8th century AD. Circular, just over 1" diameter, with quartered projections defining a saltire Later known as St. Andrew’s cross). Domed with high relief central

5th-8th century AD. A mixed group of round and slipper-shaped ceramic oil lamps. 325 grams total, 76-104mm (3 - 4"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired in the early 2000s; formerly with a Slough

Gilt bronze. Complying with Charlemagne's order that all conquered peoples convert to Christianity under penalty of death! The Franks rose to power and in 800 AD Charlemagne was crowned the first Empe

Gilt bronze. Complying with Charlemagne’s order that all conquered peoples convert to Christianity under penalty of death! The Franks rose to power and in 800 AD Charlemagne was the first Emperor of

Gilt bronze. Complying with Charlemagne’s order that all conquered peoples convert to Christianity under penalty of death! The Franks rose to power and in 800 AD Charlemagne was the first Emperor of

Gilt bronze. 13/16" height. Complying with Charlemagne’s order that all conquered peoples convert to Christianity under penalty of death! The Franks rose to power and in 800 AD Charlemagne was the f

This Byzantine bronze cross, measuring a compact 5 x 4.1 cm, is an exquisite example of early Christian artistry. The artifact’s front and back sides are meticulously engraved with symbols and texts