Russia, Imperial. A Russian Orthodox Crucifix, c. 1900 certificate_of_authenticity small knocks and contact marks

small knocks and contact marks

): "This satisfactory report was confirmed by Lieutenant R

with four original intact pins for attachment to the lanyard knot

a truly unique piece from the collection of Roger Bender in very fine condition

light wear on the exterior

Russia, Imperial. A Russian Orthodox Crucifix, c. 1900 certificate_of_authenticity small knocks and contact marksConstructed of brass with multi coloured enamels, consisting of a three bar Russian Orthodox Cross, the obverse bearing a raised depiction of Christ crucified, topped by angels and a Mandylion, situated above the skull of Adam, and flanked on both sides by plaques bearing images of the Theotokos, St. Mary Magdelene, St. John, and St. Longinus, with the depressions retaining blue, white, and turquoise enamels to highlight the details, unmarked,