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C1880 Chi Rho Micro-mosaic Christogram Pendant
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The Chi-Rho symbol, one of the earliest forms of the Christogram or monogram of Christ, dates to the early days of Christianity. It is formed by superimposing 2 Greek letters, chi (X) and rho (P), which are the first two letters of the Greek word "Christos", the anointed one. The Greek spelling is Χριστῷ. The Chi Rho as a symbol of Christ was frequently used in the Fourth Century AD during the reign of Roman Emperor Constantine..
While meaningful as a symbol of Christianity, the Chi Rho is particularly relevant to Catholicism. No longer a symbol only revealed secretly, today we see the symbol in architecture, literature, and iconography.
The micromosaics form a blue sky, flowers and a center dove. It was probably made by Italian artisans and exported to London for mounting. The pendant, backed in silver, is 2 inches long and the bale adds an additional ½ inch.
The pendant is shown with our Venetian box link long watchchain LU25112862012 and a short 15" silver Albert chain, also available on First Dibs.
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- Date of Manufacture:c1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Baltimore, MD
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU25122177852
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