Necklace
Maker
Unknown, Albanian
DateCirca 1600s
MediumSIlver
Credit LineGift of Carolynne Whitefeather
Object numberEUR2013.25.WHI
DescriptionSilver relic case in the shape of a cross on a long chain. Chain is lightweight version of the links used in binding spines of manuscripts. On one side of the cross is the image of Christ, while on the other side is an image of the Virgin Mary. Created in Krujë in Northern Albania.
ClassificationsJewelry / Adornment
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