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Altar cross
Christian liturgical object / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
An altar crucifix or altar cross is a cross placed upon an altar, and is often the principal ornament of the altar.[1]
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An altar crucifix or altar cross is a cross placed upon an altar, and is often the principal ornament of the altar.[1]