Antique 8th-10th c AD Byzantine Bronze Pectoral Reliquary Cross Encolpion

Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze pectoral Reliquary Cross ENCOLPION, circa 8th-10th century A.D. Composed of two separately-cast halves hinged at the base and pinned to a suspension loop above. Cast in low relief with the Crucifixion on the obverse and the reverse. 
 
 
DIMENSIONS: Height including loop: 6.7 cm (2 64 inches). Width: 2.7 cm (1.06 inches) 
 
CONDITION: CONDITION: In its original condition showing the age and usage with a nice dark patina