Byzantine Silver Cross Pendant - FJ.5477 Origin: Bethlehem Circa: 400
AD
to 600
AD Dimensions:2.5" (6.4cm) high Collection: Byzantine Art Medium: Silver
Additional Information: SOLD Location: United States
An ancient symbol, the cross comes from the
inverted form of the tree of life. Like the tree of
life, the cross represents the "world axis".
Placed in the mystic center of the cosmos, it
becomes the bridge or ladder by which the soul
is able to reach the heavens.
- (FJ.5477)