Copper processional cross

Byzantine and Christian Museum, Athens, Greece

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Material: Copper, metal
Date range: 6th century AD
Origin: Unknown (likely Byzantine/Early Christian period, Greece)

A large copper processional cross with arms of equal length that flare outwards towards their ends. Each of the four terminals is decorated with a small, raised circular ornament (boss). The lower arm is inserted into a purple-grey cylindrical mount, to be carried or raised on a staff during liturgical processions. The artifact is dated to the 6th century.

Museum label reference: Copper processional cross. 6th c. BXM 336

Original Text: Χάλκινος σταυρός λιτανείας. 6ος αι.

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Copper processional cross with flared terminals and dotted ornament, 6th century

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Source:  Athens, Greece