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A Sealed Medieval Reliquary Cross Unearthed at Ancient Lystra in Central Anatolia

A Sealed Medieval Reliquary Cross Unearthed at Ancient Lystra in Central Anatolia

Archaeological excavations at Lystra Ancient City, located in central Anatolia, have brought to light a rare Christian artifact: a sealed bronze reliquary cross dating to between the 9th and 11th centuries. The object was discovered intact during excavations in the church area of the ancient settlement, offering valuable insight into medieval Christian belief and burial