Sparkling patchwork

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yes, this is a cross made from costume jewelry.

A group of seniors made a series of three

 for their church nearly 40 years ago.

This one has lots of those rhinestone broaches and other beauties.

I wonder what it cost the makers to donate their favourites?

I'm glad they did, because all these years later,

we can enjoy and appreciate their handiwork.