“Cross from Ani” pendant

Description

This pendant cross is made by the example of a 11th – 12th century hand cross of bronze made in Ani. The cross is cast, with unequal arms. At the base of the original cross, there is a protuberance to be inserted into the handle. The arm-ends are crescent-shaped, with lotus-like terminations. The surface of the cross is decorated with rows of engraved dotted ornaments.

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