English Medieval - Gilt Engraved Reliquary Cross > Lot No. 602

Description:
Circa 15th century AD. A rare, finely crafted pewter reliquary cross pendant with deckled edges and suspension loop, the front engraved with a scene of the Madonna with Child, delicately executed and gilded; the reverse with a cruciform cell to receive a piece of the 'True Cross'.

Measurements:
22mm.

Condition:
Fine.

Provenance:
Found in the River Thames silts, London. Recorded at the Museum of London.

Export licence:
No

Estimate: £100 - 150 (EUR 120 - 180; USD 160 - 240)

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

Sold for: £400