Neck Cross
Maker
Ethiopian Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedAfrica
MediumSilver
Dimensions1 9/16 x 1 7/16 in. (4 x 3.6 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineMuseum purchase, funds provided by the Ruth P. Phillips Art Acquisition Endowment
Object number2010.50.10
DescriptionSolid silver cross with equilateral arms; has a central diamond shape that has a pierced cross shape in the center and an incised design of pierced squares and incised lines; the ends of the arms extend beyond the diamond; on the outer rim of the diamond are four finial bird shapes, a pierced crown shape with a half-circle on both ends of the shorter arm, and a cross shaped finial on the lower end of the superior arm; superior arm has a ring for suspension; signs of wear
