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| Bronze Cross with Text Reading "I am the Light"Circa 11th-12th Century AD
Description: Byzantine bronze cross (top half of an enkolpion) incised with Greek letters horizontally and vertically reading "I am the Light", a reference to Christ of the New Testament. Lovely smooth dark green patina and careful, sharp lettering. Hinges intact. Uncommon type. Height: 2.4 in (6.2 cm) x 1.3 in (3.5 cm) Condition: Intact as shown. Background: For a similar Type 1 with similar inscription see #639 in Bridgette Pitarakis Les Croix-Reliquaires Pectorales. Provenance: Formerly a UK property. Price: $ 775
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