Vintage Greek Orthodox Silver Annunciation Icon 925 Sterling Wood Plaque Mary

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View Vintage Greek Orthodox Silver Annunciation Icon 925 Sterling Wood Plaque Mary with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Subject The Annunciation of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary & Archangel Gabriel). Religion Christianity / Greek Orthodox. Material. 925 Sterling Silver Plaque over Solid Wood Backing. Inner Plaque Size (Sight) 10 ¾" Long x 8 ¾" Wide. Vintage Greek Orthodox Silver Annunciation Icon 925 Sterling Wood Plaque Mary Item Specifics Field Value Condition Used / Vintage  (Good vintage condition with light, natural surface patina. Wood frame shows minimal wear consistent with age.) Religion Christianity / Greek Orthodox Subject The Annunciation of the Theotokos  (Virgin Mary & Archangel Gabriel) Material .925 Sterling Silver Plaque over Solid Wood Backing Country of Origin Greece Hallmarks / Markings Fully stamped with official Greek silver registry markings:  142 (Maker/Guild ID),  ΔΙΠΛ (Traditional double-layered/reinforced silver fabrication mark), and  .925  (Sterling Silver purity standard) Overall Frame Size 13 ½" Long x 11 ⅛" Wide Inner Plaque Size (Sight) 10 ¾" Long x 8 ¾" Wide Detailed Item Description Vintage Greek Orthodox .925 Sterling Silver "Annunciation of the Theotokos" Repoussé Plaque Icon Enhance your sacred space or collection with this striking, vintage  Greek Orthodox Silver Icon depicting  The Annunciation of the Theotokos (Virgin Mary) . Beautifully handcrafted in Greece, this devotional piece features a detailed repoussé work plaque set inside a substantial, dark finished wood frame. Artistic & Religious Details: The icon captures the biblical event from Luke 1:26, featuring the  Archangel Gabriel  descending on clouds, holding a lily stem (symbol of purity), and raising his hand in blessing to the  Virgin Mary , who is shown kneeling at a prayer desk. Above them, the Holy Spirit descends as a dove in a stylized burst of divine light beams. The figures are accented with delicate painted detailing highlighting their serene faces and hair in the iconic Byzantine style. Purity & Maker Hallmarks: The lower left quadrant of the silver setting features three clear, stamped hallmarks verifying its authenticity and premium composition: .925:  Confirms solid sterling silver purity. 142:  The officially registered artisan or workshop guild identification mark from Greece. ΔΙΠΛ (Dipl):  The traditional Greek designation for a weighted, reinforced double-lamination process ensuring the silver plaque maintains its structural shape and depth over time. Dimensions: Total Frame Size:  13 ½" (L) x 11 ⅛" (W) Inner Silver Sight:  10 ¾" (L) x 8 ¾" (W) Condition Report: This vintage piece is in beautiful condition. The silver relief retains its vibrant luster with minor, authentic surface patina in the recessed areas that beautifully accentuates the depth of the metalwork. The heavy wooden frame is solid with zero major nicks or structural damage. Ships exactly as shown. Please review the high-resolution photos to view the hallmark details and overall condition. Keep in mind the shipping price also covers handling fees, packaging materials & time, not just postage. See our eBay store for thousands of our other items. D3A Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Religion & Spirituality › Christianity › Icons.

Religion

Christianity

Country of Origin

Greece