BYZANTINE GOLD CROSS PENDANT WITH GARNET CABOCHON AND GOLD PELLETS

Ca. AD 800 - 1000. A gold cross pendant with flaring arms decorated with scrolling filigree and granulation. At the centre, a circular garnet cabochon is set in a raised collet bordered by beading. A broad suspension loop is attached above the upper arm. Size: 37mm x 25mm; Weight: 4.1g Provenance: Private London collection of an art professional; acquired on the UK and European art markets between 1980s to early 2000s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.

Estimate:£800

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