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

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 used by priests to bless holy water and to perform exorcisms.

Measures 14" x 5.5" long popular