Antique 17th Century Large Russian Orthodox Brass Pectoral Cross Telnik Крест-тельник

Antique 17th century large Russian Orthodox brass pectoral Cross Telnik (Крест-тельник). Cross featuring beautiful ornate design with a combination of ancient symbols, such as the Suppedaneum (three-bar) and Saint Andrew's (X-shaped or "Saltire") Crosses, and the Crescent (half-moon) symbol known as "Tsata".

DIMENSIONS: including suspension loop: 7.4 cm x 5.3 cm (2.91 inches x 2.09 inches)

WEIGHT: 17 grams

CONDITION:

The cross is worn, showing age and usage, and is covered with patches of dark silver patina.

REFERENCES:

A related 17th century crosses are displayed in many Russian Museums and one very similar 17th century Russian cross which once belonged to Grand Duchess Tatiana (1897-1918), the second daughter of Tsar Nicholas II, which was brought to America and sold by Armand Hammer in 1933,is in the collection of The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland.

Please see the links below:

https://art.thewalters.org/detail/83067/orthodox-c...

https://amsmolich.livejournal.com/131464.html

The buyer will be provided with a copy of the pages from the mentioned references, together with a certificate of authenticity.