Holy Echmiadzin is aware of a sale of a crosier tip from St. Karapet Church in Mush, Echmiadzin press center representative told PanARMENIAN.Net.

As he noted, Echmiadzin is trying to clarify the authenticity of the item. “We’re not sure if Echmiadzin will purchase the relic before its authenticity is confirmed,” he said.

A rare silver Armenian crozier tip priced at $70000 has been put up on sale at e-Bay. The antique measures 38 centimeters and weighs 488 grams.