German
Reliquary Pendant, 16th century - 17th century
Silver, 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.4 cm (2 13/16 x 2 1/8 x 3/16 in.)
This rectangular silver pendant has a decorative bail and simple ring for a chain to feed through. It is decorated with openwork lettering and design. On one side it is decorated with the letters HIS, an abbreviation of the Greek form of Jesus Christ, and a cross. On the other side, it is decorated with the letters MARIA, for the Virgin Mary.
Long Gallery
Commentary
This reliquary pendant is decorated with the letters IHS, an abbreviation of the Greek form of Jesus Christ, and MARIA, for the Virgin Mary.