Description: This is a very beautiful vintage handmade Ethiopian cross pendant A very interesting ornate pattern we have ever seen. This cross has detailed pattern work of a cross surrounded by crosses. Made from coin silver in the 1800's this cross was acquired in Shewa, part of the mountainous plateau in what is currently the central area of Ethiopia made of 925 silver done by highly skilled silversmith collector's Coptic cross in good solid silver is a display of good craftsmanship. In Ethiopia particularly among Orthodox Church followers, to wear a cross implied to be protected by the lord himself as well as to show that they are a devoted Christian. Neck or pictorial crosses are tied round their owner’s neck with a piece of blue thread or cord, which was sometimes given to the wearer at baptism. This particular cross pendant is old and has been used.It is not marked but acid tested positive for 925 Silver Measures approximately 2" x 2..5 long 15 gr Age:1800's great condition -Feel free to email me for more pictures. Collectible View more great items
Price: 155.95 USD
Location: Irvine, California
End Time: 2025-01-16T00:12:48.000Z
Shipping Cost: 4.99 USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Pendant Shape: Cross
Antique: Yes
Color: Silver
Sizable: Yes
Metal: Sterling Silver
Jewelry Department: Fine
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Antique
Jewelry Type: cross pendant
Type: Pendant
Pendant/Locket Type: Coin
Style: Pendant
Base Metal: Sterling Silver
Original/Reproduction: Original
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ethiopia
Handmade: Yes
