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102 - CANON’S CROSS of the chapter of SEEZ Cathedral (Sées), in gi…
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Estimate €300 - €400
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Description
CANON’S CROSS of the chapter of SEEZ Cathedral (Sées), in gilded silver, partially enamelled in red. Greek cross with a clasp, hollowed out and with a pommel, rope-patterned border; the arms flanked by blooming lilies; ring-shaped bail, ring. Round centres, enamelled in antique red, leaving the letters and figures unpainted, with a beaded border. Obverse: CAPITULUM SAGIENSE / The Virgin, arms crossed, carried on a cloud by two cherubs. Reverse: PIVS P.P IX MDCCCLXXI / Pius IX in bust, in right-facing profile, wearing a mozetta. 96 x 94 mm. Minerva hallmark. Without cord. Very slight knocks. Minor losses of enamel. Bibliography: B. BERTHOD and J.-C. PALTHEY, *Fastes canoniaux, Costumes de cœurs et croix pectorales du clergé français XIXe et XXe siècle*, p. 230.
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About the sale SACRED ART IN THE CATHOLIC FAITH
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Auction time 11/07/2026 at 10:30 AM
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