Six antique Roman Catholic theca relics, 18th - 19th century
Described in order of first photograph;
a) S. Paolo Ap Saint Paul the apostle missionary for gentiles. Silver frame with coiled silver ribbon surround, faceted crystal glazing, good clear silk bound red seal back, ex ossibus.
b) Ex Sepul VM s Joseph. Sp from the tomb of the Virgin Mary, Joseph foster father of Jesus Christ. Brass locket, ex ossibus.
c) Christoph. M Saint Christopher or Christ bearer, martyred patron saint of travellers. Silver locket with silk bound partial original red seal back, ex ossibus.
d) Reliq. di Sata marg: di cort Saint Margaret of Cortona, patron saint of outsiders; the falsely accused, homeless, tramps,reformed prostitutes, step cheildren and the mentally ill. Silver frame, good clear red seal back, silk worn, ex habito.
e) Double relic of S: Bonav.eeiD Saint Bonaventure one of the great philosophers of the middle ages.
Also B: Joseph a L? possibly blessed Jose
...ph of Arimathea who oversaw Christ''s burial after crucifixion and died in Glastonbury. Darkened silver locket frame with twisted ribbon surround, silk bound red seal back.
f) Five relics stored in one glazed compartment including;
S. Sebastien.M Saint Sebastien most commonly depicted tied to a tree and shot through with arrows, martyred saint of soldiers, the plague stricken and athletes.
Also Ex capil: S. M. Franc.aVU from the hair of
Also S. Vincen Ferre Saint Vincent Ferrer patron saint of construction workers, plumbers, builders, fishermen and orphanages.
Also S.Berand : Sener
Nickel frame tinplate locket, good silk bound red seal back, some relics loose.
**************************************************
Shipping / Postage cost is not included in my prices.
I ship worldwide and have much experience in international customs, packing and secure shipping.
**************************************************
Payment accepted by Electronic Bank Transfer, bank transfer or Cheque in the post .
**************************************************
**************************************
Email me
andrew.nethercott@btopenworld.com
**************************************
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA731884
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Thank you.
Your comment has been sent to Sellingantiques.