Antique crucifix.Very old crucifix under glass. So much detail on this piece. There is the cock that crowed, fulfilling Jesus' prophecy that Peter would deny Him three times. There are crossed swords - I'm not sure about that except possibly representing the sword that cut off the ear of the servant of the high priest. Also, it may signify 'If you live by the sword, you die by the sword'. There is a smiling skull over crossbones. A lantern hands from one end of the cross may represent Jesus being the Light of the World. On the other side hangs the whip that Jesus was flogged with. There is a robe and dice that were cast for his clothes. The cup and pitcher on top of the cross would most likely be symbolic of the last supper. Behind the cross are the tools used during the crucifixion - the ladder to hang the sign 'The King of the Jews', a hammer and *pliers?* to nail Him to the cross, a stick with a sponge dipped in vinegar, and the spear that pierced Jesus' side. And all on top of hill that is called Calvary. It is made of a soft, gold-colored metal, which is in very good condition. The only issue worth mentioning is a couple of scratches. Base is a black painted wood with a red velvet-like filling in the groove w the dome is set into. The dome is in great condition. You can tell that it's old because of the waves/'dents'/elongated bubbles in the glass. There are a few tiny chips at the very bottom of the glass w it sets down on. The entire metal piece measures 9 1/4" tall. On base with dome measures about 11 1/4" tall.
Description
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Will consider selling
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
The entire metal piece measures 9 1/4" tall. On base with dome measures about 11 1/4" tall.
Weight
2 lbs.
History
It's been kept inside a glass display case.
Price Paid (If known)
Family heirloom
For Sale?
Yes
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
Id just like to know what it's worth and if anyone has seen anything like this before.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
I'd just like to know what it's worth and if anyone has seen anything like this before.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
Haven't seen much quite like it, it is hard to tell from the photos if it is a quality piece of a novelty display item. I would strongly advising paying a visit to a local antique shop where they can look it over in hand. Let us know what you find.
Nicholas
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Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
I have this exact piece. I would also like to know it's value.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
http://www.crescentcityauctiongallery.com/7.23.11.asp?searchc=251
One like this sold for $125.00. Scroll down on that link page to see it. There is also another one on this site from 2007 that no one commented on. Saw 9 online while searching for this. Most on Worthpoint but i cant see what they sold for.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
My wife has the exact same one. Her Grandmother got it when she got married at 15 yrs old, at least 1918 or before. Any idea where they were made?
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
From what I've been able to determine these are not solid gold, they are plated, I have auction listings for this identical pieces selling anywhwere from $40.00- $125.00.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
I can't really say how much this might be worth but, while there may not be much value in the actual materials- (in this case I'm guessing plated stamped tin or brass), I think items like this are interesting cultural and anthropological objects- much of this reminds me of Milagros or ex-voto items of Mexico and central/South America. There are collectors of religious and folk art objects such as this.
Re: Antique Gold Crucifix Inside Glass Dome
I have one just like this that I got from my Mom when she passed away. I think she got it from her Mom which puts it at least 100 years old.
When it was sent to me the glass dome was destroyed and I have to way to get another dome.
It has no markings on it.
If someone has a dome that will fit this or an entire one for sale I would be interested.