This Crucifixion of Christ is a pectoral cross. The word comes from the Latin ‘pectus’, chest. It was worn on a woven cord or chain, over or under clothes. Cross is the most common symbol in Russia.
This pectoral cross was cast from a copper alloy in the 19th century. The craftsman made it according to the tradition of Old Believer casting. In the upper part of the cross there is an image of the Mandylion, the Savior Not Made by Hands. In the center of the cross, there is a symbol of Calvary Hill, where Jesus was crucified. At the foot of the cross, there is Adam’s skull symbolizing the atonement of the human sins.
This pectoral cross was cast from a copper alloy in the 19th century. The craftsman made it according to the tradition of Old Believer casting. In the upper part of the cross there is an image of the Mandylion, the Savior Not Made by Hands. In the center of the cross, there is a symbol of Calvary Hill, where Jesus was crucified. At the foot of the cross, there is Adam’s skull symbolizing the atonement of the human sins.
