Reliquary cross in engraved silver. 18th century.
This cross opens, with the front serving as a lid. The lid is engraved with a crucifixion. The back is engraved with the prayer: "The Cross is the guardian, the Cross is the beauty of the Church, the Cross is the power of kings, the Cross is the glory of angels and the scourge of demons...".
No visible hallmarks.
7.6 x 6.2 x 1.2 cm; weight: 40 g

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Lot no. 160

Reliquary cross in engraved silver. 18th century. This cross opens, with the front serving as a lid. The lid is engraved with a crucifixion. The back is engraved with the prayer: "The Cross is the guardian, the Cross is the beauty of the Church, the Cross is the power of kings, the Cross is the glory of angels and the scourge of demons...". No visible hallmarks. 7.6 x 6.2 x 1.2 cm; weight: 40 g [russian art]

Estimate
€300 - €400
Result
€659
Buyer's premium
30%
Reliquary cross in engraved silver. 18th century. This cross opens, with the front serving as a lid. The lid is engraved with a crucifixion. The back is engraved with the prayer: "The Cross is the guardian, the Cross is the beauty of the Church, the Cross is the power of kings, the Cross is the glory of angels and the scourge of demons...". No visible hallmarks. 7.6 x 6.2 x 1.2 cm; weight: 40 g [russian art]
Sale Wednesday 11 February・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
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