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Sterling Silver Iona Cross w/ Celtic Chain

Sterling Silver Iona Cross w/ Celtic Chain # 555-02881

$950.00

A once in a lifetime find.  This amazing sterling silver necklace is 31 inches long with a 3 inch drop down cross.  Sterling weight is 63.2dwt.  There is a spring loaded o ring clasp conjoining the cross to the chain.  This is a St. Martin Iona cross.  Iona is a tiny island off the west coast of  Scotland.  A bit of history..the cross was dedicated to John the Evangelist, a saint much admired by the earth church.  It once stood outside Iona Abbey marking a special place for prayer and pilgrimage.