Gold Appliqué in the Form of a Cross, ca. 600, Langobardic, Gold, Overall: 1 13/16 x 1 3/4in. ( x ), Metalwork-Gold

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Gold Appliqué in the Form of a Cross, ca. 600, Langobardic, Gold, Overall: 1 13/16 x 1 3/4in. ( x ), Metalwork-Gold, Once they were in Italy, the Langobards adopted the custom of sewing one or more crosses on the shrouds of the deceased. The origin and meaning of the custom remain uncertain. This group of objects was found in the grave of a Langobardic horseman, who was buried in his warrior dress, with weapons, shield, helmet, and the fittings for his horse

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