EASTERN EUROPEAN CROSS, 17TH CENTURY

Gilt bronze, just under 1 1/2” (1.46”) height including the suspension loop. Raised edges with the cross beam above center. The front with a vacant cross with Cyrillic ciphers at the terminals. Reverse plain as with the earliest examples. Wear from use and burial. Professionally refurbished with the 24karat gold restored on an 18” gilt sterling silver neck chain for modern wear. Jewelry gift boxed with certificate of authenticity.