Processional Cross (CAT. 021, 15th Century)
Used for royal decrees during the reign of King Lalibela, uniting throne and altar.
Clerical Annotation: Authority sealed in gold — law impressed as scripture.
Hand-carried cross for liturgical processions. Openwork with geometric interlace. Typical of Solomonic ecclesiastical workshops.
No.
CAT. 021
Material
20K Yellow Gold
Title
Processional Cross
Year
15th Century