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LOT 2397

Russian Orthodox Bronze Cross Pendant

17TH CENTURY A.D.

2 1/8 in. (12.24 grams, 54 mm).

Flat with recessed obverse, reserved Calvary cross with spear and hyssop sponge, Cyrillic legend surrounding; loop finial. [No Reserve]

Provenance

Acquired from Chris Martin-Zakheim, Iconastas, 5 Piccadilly Arcade, London SW1.
From the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.

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LOT 2397

Russian Orthodox Bronze Cross Pendant

Sold for (Inc. bp): £85

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