Byzantine - Gold and Turquoise Pendant Cross > Lot No. 555

Description:
Circa 6th century AD. Gold pendant cross with five cells to the front, four inset with rectangular turquoise stones and the centre with a circular pink stone, the arms of the cross and lower limb each having a small loop below; reverse plain.

Measurements:
26mm; 3.06 grams.

Condition:
Very fine.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £900 - 1,500 (EUR 1,070 - 1,790; USD 1,430 - 2,380)

Auction date: Friday 19th March 2010 at The Swedenborg Hall 20-21 Bloomsbury Way
London WC1A 2TH

Sold for: £1,050