I see wonderful things

A splendid treasure!

This the cover of the Limburg Staurotheke. It was originally made in Constantinople in the 10th century, taken west after the Fourth Crusade.

The enamel work, jewels, and arrangement combine to make it truly an object of noble beauty!

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— ShadowsOfConstantinople (@RomeInTheEast) May 6, 2025