Ornate Silver-Tone Catholic Crucifix Pendant

This is a decorative Catholic crucifix pendant featuring a traditional representation of the 'Corpus' (the body of Christ). The item is constructed from a silver-toned metal, likely a base metal alloy such as brass or pewter with a nickel or silver plating. It measures approximately 2 to 3 inches in height. The design features ornate, flared fleur-de-lis style terminals at the end of each arm, with a small circular indentation at each point that may have originally held a small stone or bead, though they appear empty or filled with aged metal in the current view. Above the head of Christ is a placard bearing the 'INRI' inscription (Iēsus Nazarēnus, Rēx Iūdaeōrum). The construction suggests a mid-20th-century mass-produced religious article, likely used for a rosary or as a devotional necklace. Condition-wise, the piece shows significant signs of age and wear. There is noticeable verdigris and oxidation, particularly at the tips of the cross arms and the bottom terminal, appearing as a copper-like or brownish tarnish where the silver plating has worn away. The silver-tone finish remains mostly intact on the central figure but shows surface scratching and dulling consistent with frequent handling. A jump ring is attached to the top for suspension, though it appears slightly distorted.