Ceremonial Cross of Countess Gertrude

1038 or shortly after Overall: 24.2 x 21.6 cm (9 1/2 x 8 1/2 in.) Source image
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This precious gold cross was commissioned by Countess Gertrude (died 1077) and given to the church of Saint Blaise following the death of her husband, Count Liudolf of Brunswick (died 1038). The cross was intended to be carried in liturgical processions or to be placed on a ch...

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