Classical Numismatic Group, LLC
Electronic Auction 511 9 Mar 2022
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BYZANTINE. Lot of five (5) crosses. Late Middle Ages, circa 1300-1500. (23 mm to 29 mm). Includes: One silver cross, pierced at top for the suspension loop // two (2) bronze crosses, each decorated with five circles, with loop at top for suspension // a bronze cross surmounted by loop for suspension // a bronze cross with the figure of Christ. Silver cross lightly toned, green-brown patina on the bronze crosses, with some earthen deposits. Average Near VF to VF. LOT SOLD AS IS, NO RETURNS. Five (5) items in lot. Website shipping rates do not apply.
The five circles on two of the crosses represent the Five Wounds of Christ at the time of his crucifixion (i.e. the nail wounds in his hands, feet, and side). These are known also as the Five Sacred Wounds and the Five Precious Wounds. The wearer of the cross would be reminded of the Passion of Christ and the suffering he endured for the sake of the wearer of the cross.
The five circles on two of the crosses represent the Five Wounds of Christ at the time of his crucifixion (i.e. the nail wounds in his hands, feet, and side). These are known also as the Five Sacred Wounds and the Five Precious Wounds. The wearer of the cross would be reminded of the Passion of Christ and the suffering he endured for the sake of the wearer of the cross.