Germany, Imperial. A Gold Pectoral Cross, C. 1870 certificate_of_authenticity printed in black ink on

printed in black ink on the reverse

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Germany, Imperial. A Gold Pectoral Cross, C. 1870 certificate_of_authenticity printed in black ink on(Brustkreuz in Gold). A striking early Imperial period Latin style pectoral cross, constructed of 18k Gold, the twelve oclock arm topped by an integral loop and suspension ring, unmarked, measuring 41. 70 mm (w) x 76. 18 mm (h), weighing 8. 9 grams, executed in a style worn by both church officials and period chaplains, in extremely fine condition.