This auction is for an antique French or Spanish Arma Christi Ormolu brass Crucifix with much imagery including rooster, crossed swords, skull & crossbones, communion chalice, etc….measures approximately 12” at tallest point by 6” diameter at base.. Gorgeous detailed designs add depth and dimension to crucifix. Very made, heavy piece that weighs almost 2 pounds unpackaged. Enlarge the photos. From a smoke free Home.  


All items must be paid within 48 hours of auction end.


Crucifixes like these are hard to come by. They were predominatly used in Spain and France as many other countires found the symbolism to be disturbing. Jesus is surrounded by a variety of objects - pitcher, cup, lantern, cat o nine tails, rooser, dice, swords, and, skull and crossbones. Very beautiful and unusual piece.

The cross alone measures approximately 9" tall. Cross is 3.75" wide