European Reliquary Cross

Gilt bronze. Just under 1" height. Of symmetrical form with the center expanded as a square. Incised with an inner cross superimposed on a saltire. The back recessed for inclusion of a Holy Relic, suc

C.650-950. Gilt bronze, over 1 ½” height. Slightly flared beam terminals. The cross, slightly above the center. The surface heavily textured as made. The back recessed for the inclusion of

C.650-950. Gilt bronze, slightly under 1 1/4" height. Centered cross beam with a square at the junction of the vertical beam with slightly flared ends. The back recessed for the inclusion of a sacred

Gilt bronze. Just over 1” height. Of symmetrical form with the center expanded as a square. The back recessed for inclusion of a Holy Relic, such as a splinter of the true cross or hair of a saint.

Gilt bronze. Just over 1” height. Of symmetrical form with the centered cross beam. The back recessed for inclusion of a Holy Relic, such as a splinter of the true cross or hair of a saint. Professi

Gilt bronze. Just over 1” height. Of symmetrical form with the centered cross beam. The back recessed for inclusion of a Holy Relic, such as a splinter of the true cross or hair of a saint. Professi

Silvered bronze. 3/4" height. Early symmetrical form with centered cross beam and expanded beam terminals. The back recessed for inclusion of a holy relic which was sealed in. Carried by European Pilg

Antique Eastern European Gilt Silver Filigree Cross Pendant / Reliquary. Hinged face lifts to reveal sections to put sacred items. Decorated with dangling red beads. Measures 2.25 inches L x 1.5 W x 0

Under 1 1/8" height with centered cross beam and a square at the intersection. Each beam with incised medial and the square with indents at the corners. Carried by European pilgrims traveling to the H

A Continental gilt metal reliquary cross under glass dome19th centurythe reliquary height 26 1/2in (67.5cm); the dome height 30 1/2in (77.5cm); diameter 17in (43cm) Provenance: Property from the colle

20th Century Includes a matching pair of reliquary crosses with empty spaces to insert relics, and one cross decorated with four red stone cabochons, images of Saints John, Luke, Matthew, and Mark, an

Ca. 1200 AD or later. A magnificent silver-gilt reliquary cross that captures the beauty and symbolism of medieval Christianity. This cross pendant is composed of two cruciform plaques that fit togeth

Ca. 800-1000 AD. A reliquary cross pendant cast in two separate pieces and hinged at the top and bottom. The obverse face is engraved with a standing and robed orant figure depicted with outstretched

Byzantine Silver Gilt Engraved Reliquary Cross Pendant, c. 7th-9th Century A.D.A silver-gilt reliquary cross in two parts, secured together by hinge and suspension loop, to each face the image of Chri

12th-13th century AD or later. A hollow-formed silver cross pendant with central cell and glass insert, granulated loop, substantial ring and chain with hook-and-eye fastening. 46 grams, 66cm (26"). P

Ancient Near East, Holy Land, early Byzantine empire, ca. 7th to 8th century CE. A beautiful cast-bronze reliquary cross comprised of two crucifixes which fit together and a large tubular suspension l

Eastern Europe / western Asia, ca. 9th to 12th century CE. A beautiful cast-bronze reliquary cross comprised of two crucifixes which fit together and a large tubular suspension loop with a trapezoidal

Ca. 800-1000 AD A cast-bronze reliquary cross pendant composed of two cruciform plaques that fit together, a hinged mechanism to the top and bottom, and a loop for suspension. One face displays crucif

10th-12th century AD. A large silver enkolpion reliquary cross pendant comprising two hinged plates and an articulated suspension loop with vertical rib; obverse with winged facing figure of Gabriel w

Near East/Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 9th to 13th century CE. A brass reliquary cross comprised of two crosses held together by hinges at top and bottom, intended to hold a relic. Each side is in

circa 9th-11th Century A.D., hinged, engraved with Saint George & Saint Theodoros and with inscriptions h. 4-1/4 w. 2-1/4 in. Provenance: by repute, purchased from Christies, NY December 18, 1997 lot

7th-10th Century AD. Gilt bronze, 1 5/8" height including the loop. Cross beam above center. Both beams flared to the terminals like the Maltese Cross. Fine ghostly Christ figure with arms raised in t

Date: ca. 1200 AD Material: Silver Alloy Provenance: Obtained from an old British collection, purchased from a private collector in London, acquired between 1960 - 1990. Dimensions: 108x60mm ; 139.3gr

Near East/Holy Land, Byzantine Empire, ca. 8th to 12th century CE. A lovely cast-bronze reliquary, made from three parts, consisting of two crosses that fit together, and a large loop for suspension.