Jordan: Dawn of Christianity

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Metal Cross Hanging on Chain

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6th Century AD – Bronze – 14.5x11x0.5 cm

A 6th-century AD bronze metal cross hanging on a chain, discovered at Mar Ilyas in ‘Ajlun. This pendant would have been worn as a symbol of faith during the Byzantine period.

Discovered at Mar Ilyas – ‘Ajlun

On Loan From ʻAjloun Archaeological Museum