DRACULA'S CROSS

Cast in Lead-free, Kid-Safe, Pewter in the USA by skilled American Crafts People.

Count Vlad-the Impaler (real name:Tepes Dracolya) was an actual historical figure born 1431 AD in Transylvania.

Dracul was a member of The Order of the Dragon, a group of Slavic rulers and warlords who were sworn to uphold the Christian faith by fighting off the advancing Turks of the Muslim Ottoman Empire.

The Muslims were fierce enemy bent on destroying Christianity in Medieval Europe after the fall of the Constantinople in 1453.

The Order Of The Dragon's emblem was a Dragon, wings extended, hanging on a cross. From 1453 onward Count Vlad II wore the emblem of the order and his coinage bore the dragon symbol.

Dracula tried to protect Europe from the advancing hordes of the Ottoman Empire with deeds that were vicious and dastardly even for his day.

 

Our unique design is from Qrys Bennett, actualized by Pepi and cast in Lead-free, kid safe, "Hallmark" brand Pewter. Copr 2002.                                                                     The pendant is double sided and the pendant size is 2" High X 1 3/8 Wide.