An antique silk Orthodox epitrachelion, a hierarchical vestment worn by clergy during liturgical ceremonies, featuring intricate gold embroidery depicting crosses. The epitrachelion holds a central place in Orthodox Christian vestments, signifying the authority and sanctity of the clergy wearing it during sacraments. The gold-embroidered crosses, a symbolic representation of faith and divinity, are meticulously crafted onto the silk fabric, demonstrating skilled needlework and dedication to religious adornment. Antique Orthodox Religious Vestments For Collectors.