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This Abyssinian Cross reflects the elaborate style of Ethiopian crosses. The history of Christianity in Ethiopia is longstanding, dating back to the fourth century A.D.. At that time, King Ezana, ruler of Aksum, made it the court religion. Ethiopian monarchs gave notable monasteries larger crosses, but just…
Continue reading → - Item Number: S-3968
- Provenance/Origin: Ethiopia. Circa 1970s
- Composition: Metal
- Dimensions: 12.5" tall x 4.5 at widest
- Weight: 1 pound
- Price: $ 95.00 USD
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Detail: This is really a nice cuff or bracelet made of intertwined wires of copper, brass and white metal. Bracelet is about 7.5” length and can be easily adjusted for a tighter or looser fit. This is a new piece and made by craftsmen in the late…
Continue reading → - Item Number: O-4492
- Provenance/Origin: Nepal
- Composition: Copper, brass and white metal
- Dimensions: 7.5" in length, adjustable
- Weight: 4 ounces
- Price: $ 27.00 USD
