It is often seen in relics from the late antique and early medieval Byzantine Empire (until c. 800) and was adopted by other Christian cultures of the time, such as the Franks and Goths. Also called an …

Apr 14, 2023 · It shares the basic design of the Latin cross, with a long vertical beam and a shorter horizontal beam crossing it above the midpoint where Christ’s arms were nailed. However, the …

Exquisitely handcrafted jewelry and crosses designed in the Early Christian, Orthodox, Byzantine, Slavic, Greek, and Celtic aesthetic. Modern heirlooms from ancient designs.

May 10, 2025 · Discover the deep meaning of the Byzantine Cross—its imperial roots, Orthodox symbolism, artistic legacy, and modern relevance.

Elaborately decorated crosses were widely used in religious, military, and imperial processions during the Middle Byzantine era. Often, as here, inscriptions in Greek identify the holy figures depicted in …

Sep 21, 2024 · The Traditional Orthodox Cross, also known as the Byzantine Cross, is the most recognizable symbol of Orthodox Christianity. It features a Latin cross with an additional horizontal …

The Eastern Orthodox Cross (also known as the Byzantine, Greek Orthodox or Russian Cross) is a variation of the Christian cross, commonly found in some Slavic Eastern Orthodox Churches, as well …

Byzantine art and Greek cross inspired jewelry makes a thoughtful gift for any occasion. Whether it’s a christening, a wedding or a personal milestone these pieces carry deep symbolism and emotional …

The Arab expansion and the Moslem threat to the Byzantine Empire at the time did indeed greatly enhance the devotion to the Holy Cross for it became for the Christians a symbol of victory and …

Our collection of solid gold Byzantine-style Crosses draws inspiration from the centuries-long cultural flourishing of the Eastern Roman Empire, inaugurated by Constantine the Great and perpetuated by …