An exquisite silver & gold Greek Orthodox icon of St. Eustathios (Eustache, Efstathios).
St. Eustathios martyred in AD 118, at the command of emperor Hadrian. Eustace was a pagan Roman general, who converted to Christianity after he had a vision of the cross while hunting. He lost all his wealth, was separated from his wife and sons, and went into exile in Egypt. Called back to lead the Roman army by emperor Trajan, Eustace was happily reunited with his family and restored to high social standing, but after the death of Trajan, he and his family were martyred under Hadrian for refusing to sacrifice to pagan Roman gods.
His feast day is on 20 September.
Silver Greek Orthodox icons embody the rich symbolism and intricate craftsmanship characteristic of Orthodox religious art. The icon is crafted from silver, chosen for its symbolic value of purity and its reflective properties, which convey divine light.
Silver Greek Orthodox icons are unique works of art not only for their artistic value but also for their profound religious significance, embodying centuries of tradition and spiritual devotion within the Orthodox Christian faith.
Made of 950o proof silver and 24k gold on a selected timber frame with the painted parts of the icon painted by hand. Exact reproduction of an antique Byzantine masterpiece.
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