Neck Cross
Maker
Ethiopian Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedAfrica
MediumSilver
Dimensions1 3/4 x 1 in. (4.5 x 2.5 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineMuseum purchase, funds provided by the Ruth P. Phillips Art Acquisition Endowment
Object number2010.50.6
DescriptionSilver pendant in the form of a Maltese cross, also known as an 8-pointed cross; surface has an incised floral design on each arm with double border lines on each side of it; surface also has small incised circular formations throughout; has a ring for suspension with an additional clasp for use as a pendant; reverse side has a repetitive incised linear pattern along the border
