Antique French Gilded Bronze Ormolu Holy Pectoral Cross Crucifix FRANCE
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:31593339 | Material: Bronze |
Featured Refinements: Pectoral Cross | Country/Region of Manufacture: France |
In ancient and medieval times pectoral crosses were worn by both clergy and laity, but by the end of the Middle Ages the pectoral cross came to be a special indicator of position worn by bishops. In the Catholic Church, the wearing of a pectoral cross remains restricted to popes, cardinals, bishops and abbots.
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