Orthodox Pectoral Crosses
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Pectoral crosses—various sizes
Including the very popular smaller, 4-inch size
I am now working with several silversmith suppliers in Greece to obtain high-quality, pure silver pectoral crosses. The work is excellent and all crosses come with the chain and a velvet presentation box. The filigree is stunning and beautifully ornamental.
I have two sizes--the 4-inch "anterri" cross which can be worn with an anterri (cassock) and the larger, 6- to 7-inch "vestment" cross worn with vestments. Bishop's engolpia are also available.
Due to the fluctuations in the price of silver and the exchange rate, please inquire for prices. Small crosses range from $150-500 and the larger crosses range from $900-1200. The photos below show some of the styles available.
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4" cross with blue stones
(includes chain, pocket watch chain, and case)
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4" cross with gold stones
(includes chain, pocket watch chain, and case)
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Orthodox Pectoral Crosses
now offered by Krista West Vestments
When my husband was elevated to archpriest recently, we were frustrated with the lack of variety and sizes in Orthodox pectoral crosses in the US as well as their high cost. He was awarded a beautiful Orthodox pectoral cross that was wonderful for wearing with vestments, but he couldn't seem to find Orthodox pectoral crosses that would be suitable for everyday wear. On our recent trip to Greece we discovered a wonderful silversmith who offers a wide variety of sizes and styles of Orthodox pectoral crosses with reasonable pricing. I am now importing a small line of these beautiful Orthodox pectoral crosses.
My offerings of Orthodox pectoral crosses have a wide size range, from a 3" silver filigree cross that is suitable for everyday wear (and at $150 makes a nice gift), to a 7" silver filigree cross suitable for any special occasion. Most importantly, I am offering a selection of 4-5" crosses that are ornate, but still suitable for everyday wear. Some of these Orthodox pectoral crosses have enamel icons and some even have the traditional pocket watch chain (it is removable if you do not wear a pocket watch). Crosses that are 5" or larger have a rope-style chain with a yoke at the back. The yoke is a small double-headed eagle emblem and is very attractive.
There are photos of most of the crosses, but I am adding to the selection every few months, so please inquire if you are looking for something specific in terms of color or metal. The silversmith I am working with also does other liturgical items such as chalices and candle holders, so if you are looking for one of these items, I will be happy to inquire for you.
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