Neck Cross
Maker
Ethiopian Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedAfrica
MediumSilver and red amber
Dimensions1 9/16 x 1 9/16 in. (4 x 4 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineMuseum purchase, funds provided by the Ruth P. Phillips Art Acquisition Endowment
Object number2010.50.3
DescriptionRed amber and silver circular pendant with a ring for suspension; has a silver cross shape as overlay on the amber with 4 large silver circles in relief on the arms and in the center; pendant has a silver rim with an applique decoration of small silver circles on the ends of each arm of the cross; rim border has incised line; reverse side of pendant has a cut hole in the center
