ANTIQUE C. 19th CENTURY CATHOLIC ORNATE " JERUSALEM CROSS " STYLE CROSS PENDANT
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:28213348 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown |
| Featured Refinements: Antique Catholic Cross | Material: Bronze or similar copper alloy |
Antique Catholicsmall (approx. 1-1/4" tall with bale and jump ring) two-sided Cross pendant featuring medieval"Jerusalem Cross" ornate design. The Jerusalem Crossis believed to symbolize the four Gospels (or the four Evangelists) as foursmaller crosses surrounding the large center cross of the Savior.The other symbolic meaning of the four smaller crosses around one large, central Cross, is associated with four wounds of Jesus caused by thecrucifixion nails surrounding His pie...rced Sacred Heart. The shape of the cross becameknown because of the Crusades, and was associated with the Crusaders'"Kingdom of Jerusalem". Also known as the "Crusader's Cross", the Jerusalem Cross dates back to the 11th-12th centuries when the Crusaderscaptured Jerusalem and established a new Crusader State, the Latin Kingdom ofJerusalem. The Jerusalem Cross became a distinct symbol of the State. TheCross offered for sale appears to have been made from bronze or similar copper alloy. Originlikely c. 19th century Europe. The Cross and its necklace bale show significant signs of wear consistent with its suggested age includingdeformations of the original shape, reduced quality of artwork, scratches, dents, and original uncleaned dark patina. The size ofthe Cross is shown on the photographs for this listing.Please examine all photographs carefully and do your own research if necessary. Please note that photographs are an important part of the item's description. The U.S. quarter coin, decorative stone and measuring meter are not for sale, and are photographed with the item in order to provide a size reference and artistic background. Please ask all questions before making a purchase. There are no guarantees with the listing because most items are original vintage or antique objects that are quite old. All items are sold "as is" with no returns because of a change of mind offered. Shipping and handling is free for the continental US. International shipping is handled by Ebay Global Shipping Program. International buyers, please familiarize yourself with the Global Shipping Program through the Ebay "Help" section and ask your shipping questions, if any, prior to buying. Please note that customs regulations differ from country to country, and it is a buyer's responsibility to ensure that any customs fees or other duties collected by the buyer's country are paid and satisfied in full.
