Null Processional cross in silver, partly gilded, set in a pyramidal base covere…

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Processional cross in silver, partly gilded, set in a pyramidal base covered with red velvet under the knot. Traditional acanthus leaf decoration, with IHS engraved on both sides. 18th century provenance undetermined No hallmark (hallmarks must have been inscribed on the missing shaft). Gross weight: 1477g - height of cross: 38.5cm - with base: 61.5cm - width: 36cm Condition: the acanthus leaves at the top and bottom nodes are worn and banged, the shaft is missing, probably also the four light beams around the cross, old modifications (including the end of the top changed) and restorations.

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Processional cross in silver, partly gilded, set in a pyramidal base covered with red velvet under the knot. Traditional acanthus leaf decoration, with IHS engraved on both sides. 18th century provenance undetermined No hallmark (hallmarks must have been inscribed on the missing shaft). Gross weight: 1477g - height of cross: 38.5cm - with base: 61.5cm - width: 36cm Condition: the acanthus leaves at the top and bottom nodes are worn and banged, the shaft is missing, probably also the four light beams around the cross, old modifications (including the end of the top changed) and restorations.

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