ORTHODOX ENGOLPION IN SILVER AND STONES

Orthodox / Byzantine pectoral cross (Egolpion) in silver and stones. Includes adjustable catenella, 58 cm long.

• Dimensions: 15 x 9 cm

An Engolpion or enkolpion is a devotional medallion pendant to carry as the pectoral cross. It is worn as a robe by Orthodox and Eastern Catholic bishops. All bishops wear a particular type of engolpion called Panagia, which depicts Theotokos. All bishops under primary rank have the dignity of a second engolpion, which usually depicts Jesus.

The enameled image normally bears the image of the Holy Virgin Mary who holds Christ in her arms. On particular requests we can have enamelled only with the image of Christ.

The enamelled image is set on a golden background decorated with semi-precious stones, in a very detailed model to bring a beautiful and artistic result following the Orthodox tradition.

This kind of realization, it is supposed, has been invented to bisanzio many centuries ago.

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An Engolpion or Enkolpion is a devotional pendant or medallion meant to be worn around the neck and is worn as a vestment by Orthodox and Eastern Catholic bishops. All Bishops wear a particular kind of engolpion called a Panagia, which depicts the Theotokos. All primates and some bishops below first ranktial have the dignity of a second engolpion, which depicts Jesus.

The fine enamel image normally bears an image of the Holy Virgin Mary holding Christ on special requests we can have the enamel only with image of Christ.

The enamel image is set against a gold plated background decorated with semi-precious stones, in a very detailed pattern to bring a very beautiful and artistic result following the Orthodox Tradition.

The fine enamel making was from a technique that may have been invented in Byzantium, according to the many historic records.

Our Engolpion are made in Serbia by professional artisans. The production times vary according to the product. Every product is made for you.

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