Necklace with Pendant Cross, 6th century, Byzantine, Gold, Overall (chain): 17 5/16 x 1/2 x 3/16 in. ( x x cm

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Necklace with Pendant Cross, 6th century, Byzantine, Gold, Overall (chain): 17 5/16 x 1/2 x 3/16 in. ( x x cm), Metalwork-Gold, Crosses similar to this one are found in all media throughout the Byzantine world. As Christianity became the dominant religion in Byzantine society, Christian imagery was increasingly found on jewelry

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Size: 2679px × 4186px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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