This is brass/copper alloy pendant is typically referred to as an "Arma Christi" cross, with Christian symbolism portraying the Instruments of the Passion of Jesus Christ. On the first side, they include: "INRI", the crown of thorns, the ladder for deposition, a skull and cross bones, nails, and a hammer and pincer for nails. On the second side, they include: the Holy Ghost dove, the lantern used by arresting soldiers, the pierced heart of Jesus, a sponge set in a reed, a lance, the sword used by Peter, the pillar of flagellation, a pitcher of vinegar, the rooster that crowed, soldiers' dice, and Judas' purse. Dusti Bridges, Archaeologist
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Images in this digital collection were released earlier than planned to facilitate access during the 2020 period of social distancing. For a full discussion, see https://digital.library.cornell.edu/collections/seneca
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The images in the “Onöndowa'ga:' (Seneca) Haudenosaunee Archaeological Materials circa 1688-1754” Collection are protected by copyright, and the copyright holder of this image is The Seneca-Iroquois National Museum. The images were created in 2018 by Cornell University Library from a variety of physical artifacts held by the Seneca- Iroquois National Museum with their permission. Cornell is providing access to the materials for research and personal use. The written permission of The Seneca-Iroquois National Museum is required for distribution, reproduction, or other use that extends beyond what is authorized by fair use and other statutory exemptions. Responsibility for making an independent legal assessment of an item and securing any necessary permissions ultimately rests with persons desiring to use the item. Please contact Kurt Jordan in the Cornell Institute of Archaeology and Material Studies with any questions or information about these materials.
