1 3/4" 18th Century Russian Cross Pendant Antique Vintage Model CR429

1 3/4" 18th Century Russian Cross Pendant (44.45 mm) – Antique Replica in Sterling Silver or Gold Bronze

This 18th Century Russian Cross Pendant measures approximately 1 3/4 inches (44.45 mm) in height and is an exact replica of an antique or vintage piece, faithfully recreated in sterling silver or gold bronze. It beautifully preserves the devotional style and symbolic richness associated with traditional Russian Orthodox crosses.

The piece is a Russian Orthodox Cross, recognizable by its trefoil (three-lobed) ends at each arm, symbolizing the Holy Trinity. The cross is engraved with delicate dotted patterns outlining its shape, and it features the Christogram "IC XC" (an abbreviation for "Jesus Christ" in Greek) flanking the horizontal arm. The lower part of the cross is adorned with stylized floral motifs, representing life, resurrection, and spiritual blossoming.

The style belongs to traditional 18th-century Russian religious folk art, where crosses were often hand-engraved with simple but meaningful motifs to serve as personal devotional items. The clean lines, floral symbolism, and Christogram reflect a deeply rooted spiritual culture expressed through artisan craftsmanship.

This 18th Century Russian Cross Pendant is ideal for wearing as a sacred pendant, incorporating into devotional jewelry collections, or treasuring as a symbol of unwavering faith and divine protection.

Its Russian Orthodox cross design carries forward a timeless tradition of faith, simplicity, and spiritual beauty.

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