Saint Nicholas Hand Cross

Blessing Cross

Greenbrier Company
Warren, Rhode Island, USA
2006
Enameled bronze
3 3/8 × 7 3/4 inches

17th century Russian Byzantine cross showing the Holy Spirit as dove and adoring angels above the crucified Christ; beneath his feet is Adam's skull. A rivulet of blood flows from his pierced side. St. Nicholas appears on the reverse side. The handle is uniquely faceted.

Reproduction No. 345/180

Click for reverse and for detail showing Nicholas