Artist:Amhara
Medium: Silver
Geograhical Locations:
Dates:19th or 20th century
Dimensions: 1 7/8 x 1 3/16 in. (4.8 x 3.0 cm)
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Accession Number: 79.72.14
Image: 79.72.14_front_PS6.jpg,
Catalogue Description: Silver neck cross in form of a Latin cross with decorative designs incised on both sides: on one side an inscription is incised along the width of the cross. Incised X forms decorate the length. On the other side, diamond forms are incised of all the arms and in the center of the cross there is a floral motif enclosed in a circle. The top of the superior arm is pierced and surmounted by a ring for suspension. Condition: Very good, evidence of wear.