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LOT 1912
Russian Silver-Gilt Cross Pendant
21ST CENTURY A.D.
1 3/4 in. (13.72 grams, 45 mm).
Bifacial pendant cross with applied silver panels; obverse with central crucifixion scene surrounded by winged angels with spears and nimbate bust on the bale; reverse with central combat scene surrounded by saints; stamped '925' on reverse of bale. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom the private collection of a West London, UK, gentleman, formed since the early 2000s.
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