Old Coptic Cross – Shewa Region, Northen Ethiopia

Silver. Cm. 6,1 x cm. 3,7 (2.40 x 1.46 Inches); grams 7,4 (0.26 oz.). This cross is decorated on both sides.

Pendant crosses are received at baptism and worn around the neck as their owner’s most prized possession, a talisman and symbol of faith combined.

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