Antique 16th -18th Century Russian Orthodox Silver Cross Telnik Крест-тельник

 
This is a solid silver Russian Orthodox cross, commonly known as Telnik (Крест-тельник), an antique from the 16th -18th century.
The cross is intricately designed and crafted with great attention to detail. It features a traditional Orthodox design with an ornate, tapered shape and decorative engravings. This piece is thought to have originated in Veliky Novgorod, a historic city in northwestern Russia. It is an exquisite example of traditional Orthodox religious art and is truly a one-of-a-kind treasure.
 
DIMENSIONS:
Height Including loop: 8.5 cm (3.35 inches)
Width: 6.5 cm (2.56 inches)
Weight: 38 grams
 
CONDITION: Although it shows signs of wear and tear, the silver cross is in great condition for a 300-year-old cross, displaying a beautiful dark patina.
REFERENCES:
A similar cross is published in "Album Russian Crosses, Icons, Hinged Icons" (Artifact Cast from Brass) by Gnutova, E. Ya. Zotova on page 22. 
The album showcases a collection of brass cast icons from the 11th to early 20th century, sourced from the Andrey Rublev Central Museum of Ancient Russian Culture and Art.
 
For related crosses, please see the links below.
http://piccy.info/view3/12402711/b36cc23094327a02fac20933fa604847/orig/
http://piccy.info/view3/12402683/f369b1cb8e78e7330bbfaf8d7609730a/orig/
http://mednolit.ru/_fr/486/3352467.jpg
https://amsmolich.livejournal.com/131464.html
http://piccy.info/view3/12402688/fbfad9c105b5771a5...
The buyer will be provided with a copy of the pages from the mentioned references, together with a certificate of authenticity.