Ethiopian Cross Jewelry

The Cross of Lalibela (La.Lee.Bela) mirrors a processional cross that has been adopted by the sacred rock churches of Lalibela, in Northern Ethiopia. Its intricate designs are believed to draw various inspirational references. Among the few are depiction of the points of a compass to proclaim God’s equal existence in all directions and the tips of a spearhead to symbolize the Seal of Solomon, King of Israel. Traditionally, this cross is worn by women as a pendant on a blue or black silk thread, known as Mateb.