beautiful old handmade Ethiopian cross pendant made of silver . In Ethiopia particularly among Orthodox Church followers, to wear a cross implied to be protected by the lord himself as well as to show that they are a devoted Christian. Neck or pictorial crosses are tied round their owner's neck with a piece of blue thread or cord, which was sometimes given to the wearer at baptism. This particular cross pendant is old and has been used. Measures approximatelty 2"5 x 1''.5 long Age: over 100 great condition Collectible other shop .....africanbazaarus.com