Meskel

Meskel is an Ethiopian Orthodox Christian holiday churches celebrating the 4th century discovery of Christ’s cross by the Roman Empress Helena. In Catholic, Protestant and other churches, the holiday is named “Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross.”

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  • Antique/Vintage Ethiopian Coptic Cross with Internal Latin Cross (E304YBL) $110

    $110.00
    H: 2.75”  W: 1.625″  | FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.!

    This elegant Ethiopian cross displays the distinctive tri-partite design of Coptic crosses with rounded horizontal arms and bottom symbolizing  the Trinity, portion of a circle symbolizing eternity, and apotropaic symbols to repel evil forces and avert the “evil eye.” Made using the lost wax technique, it is a one-of-a-kind piece with etched details on the front and some on the back and signs of wear. The chain necklace is not included.

     

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