Meaning of encolpium | Babel Free

Definitions

A reliquary that is worn suspended from the neck like a medallion.

Examples

“Since encolpiums of this type were used for many centuries, many have survived and the literature is fairly extensive.”

“An encolpium or reliquary is mentioned as being of gold with one side, obviously the front, formed of crystal, the other sides being enamel.”

“Encolpia in the form of crosses may be a uniquely interactive sort of reliquary.”

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