9th-12th century AD. A hollow-formed gold cross pendant with slightly expanding tubular arms; one side with applied central floral motif, the other with plain plaque. 4.2 grams, 32.2mm (1 1/4"). Property of a London gentleman; formerly from an English family collection since 1970; this lot has been checked against the Interpol Database of stolen works of art and is accompanied by AIAD certificate number no. 10567-172010.