Carved Wooden Neck Cross

This handmade carved wooden neck cross is crafted by the monks of Mount Athos. It is made from boxwood and mounted on a walnut frame.

The front side of the cross depicts the Crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ, framed with carved ornaments.

Inscriptions at the top of the cross: ΙΣ ΧΣ (Jesus Christ), ΙΝΒΙ ("Ἰησοῦς ὁ Ναζωραῖος ὁ Βασιλεὺς τῶν Ἰουδαίων", translates as "Jesus, King of the Jews")

Inscription on the back of the cross: ΑΓΙΟΝ ΟΡΟΣ

Crafting technique: carving, wood embossing

The cross is available with either a simple cord or a beaded one.