Beautiful Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Priest Blessing Hand cross. Ethiopian Coptic Christian Hand-held Cross. 2024

This is a beautiful hand carved painted Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Priest hand cross.
Hand-held crosses called hand or benediction crosses, are carried by Ethiopian priests and offered to the faithful to be kissed during church services. Made out of metal, silver or wood, the crosses are also 2024 used by priests to bless holy water and to perform exorcisms.

Measures 14" x 5.5" long