«Lord Almighty (Christ Pantocrator) Guardian Angel»

Technique: Miniature relief, casting, niello. 

Weight: 6,52 gram.(approx.)

Materials: Silver (925) . 

Dimensions: 3,3х2,0 centimeters (1,30х0,79 inch)

Simple laconic shape unites two divine signs – circle and cross. The cross signifies Christ who has been incarnated and crucified for humane sins, the circle being the symbol of God existing in Heavens, unoriginated and infinite. Such crosses are often called Novgorodian, or Celtic, since similar crosses has been brought to Russia by Celts who has adopted Christianity long before Russians. The most ancient of “round” crosses remained in Ireland. It was created in 8th century, four centuries after Irishmen got baptized by St. Patrick, and was called the cross of St. Jonas. The most ancient Russian cross of such a shape has been found in the environs of  Novgorod, in Borovichi settlement.