Jordan: Dawn of Christianity

Jordan: dawn of
christianity

Distinctive-Shaped Metal Cross

Z03-045-AJ176

6th/7th Century AD – Bronze – 25×10.5×1.5 cm

This 6th-century metal cross, found at a Christian pilgrimage site in Jordan, symbolizes the evolution of the cross’s design in early Christian rituals. It highlights the role of religious symbolism in sacred practices.

Discovered at Mar Ilyas – ‘Ajlun

On Loan From ʻAjloun Archaeological Museum