Antique 18th Century Spanish Caravaca Reliquary Cross
Up for sale is a genuine 18th-century Spanish Caravaca devotional reliquary cross, heavy-cast in solid bronze/brass alloy. Features rich high-relief iconography with Christ on the front, the Virgin Mary with "CARAVACA" on the reverse, and two standing angels on the lower crossbar. Built with an authentic two-piece hinged design made to hold a small sacred relic inside.
Material: Heavy Cast Bronze / Brass Alloy
Dimensions: ~6.5" High (with loop) x 4.25" Wide
Origin: Spain / Spanish Colonial (18th / Early 19th C.)
Condition:
Authentic aged patina throughout. The top hinge/bale attachment shows historic wear: one side of the metal collar around the pin has a small piece missing, and the reverse side has a stress hairline. The pin remains firm, the top loop is secure, and the cross stays together properly. Please view all photos for close-up details and measurements.
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