Jerusalem Cross, a pendant, 14k. RUSSIAN ICONS Over the centuries

Over the centuries

called a hexagram

drachms and other fractions ceased to be used in substantial quantities after the establishment of Alexander's successor kingdoms

with her hands lifted up to the level of her head

height 22 inches (56 cm)

Jerusalem Cross, a pendant, 14k. RUSSIAN ICONS Over the centuriesSize: 2x2 cm. 0. 7x0. 7 inch. Jerusalem Cross is a heraldic cross and Christian cross variant consisting of a large cross potent surrounded by four smaller Greek crosses, one in each quadrant. It was used as the emblem and coat of arms of the Kingdom of Jerusalem from the 1280s. There are variants to the design, also known as "Jerusalem cross", with either the four crosslets also in the form of Crosses potent, or conversely with the central cross also