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LOT 1109
Large Byzantine Bronze Reliquary Cross Pendant with Christ and Saint
CIRCA 10TH-12TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/4 in. (36.9 grams, 82 mm).
Enkolpion with hinged and ribbed loop; low-relief nimbate figure in orans pose to reverse wearing draped robes; robed Corpus Christi to reverse with cross above. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private coin collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the mid 1980s.
LiteratureCf. Wamser, L., Die Welt von Byzanz - Europas Östliches Erbe, München, 2004, item 258, for type.
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LOT 1109
Large Byzantine Bronze Reliquary Cross Pendant with Christ and Saint
Estimate £200 - 300€230 - 350 (for guidance only)$270 - 410 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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