Antique 1800s Caravaca Cross. Historic Bronze Spanish Vera Cruz Double Armed

Cruz de Caravaca. Antique 1800s Caravaca Cross. Historic Bronze Spanish Vera Cruz Double Armed Pectoral Crucifix. Two Layers. True Cross. Large 5.3 Inches.
Origin and Significance:
The Caravaca Cross is a double-armed Christian relic with historical and religious significance, originating from Caravaca de la Cruz, Spain, in the 13th century.
Design:
It features two horizontal beams, with the shorter top bar representing the sign placed above Christ's head and the longer lower bar holding the crucified figure.
Symbolism:
It's considered the "Vera Cruz" (true cross) by the Catholic Church and symbolizes faith, protection, and the fight against evil.
Use:
The Caravaca Cross is revered, especially in Catholic circles in Spain and Latin America, and is used as a spiritual safeguard in homes, hung near doors or altars, and passed down within families.