Pectoral called cross worn on the chest, often under clothes, on a chain or cord, worn on the neck. There are two main types of pectoral cross: wearable or vests issued to every Christian in baptism, and gilded pectoral crosses, is the hallmark of the priests and dumped them after ordination. In the latter case, the cross worn during services over the chasuble, and in everyday life over the cassock. Pectoral crosses priests may vary depending on the rank.
Pectoral cross
Pectoral called cross worn on the chest, often under clothes, on a chain or cord, worn on the neck. There are two main types of pectoral cross: wearable or vests issued to every Christian in baptism, and gilded pectoral crosses, is the hallmark of the priests and dumped them after ordination. In the latter case the cross worn during ...