Silver Reliquary With Quills – 18th Century - 6 Relics

Silver reliquary with quills – 17th century

Authentic oval-shaped silver-plated reliquary dating from the 17th century.

Description

The red cloth base holds six small relics, each encased in a gilded paper mount forming eye- or diamond-shaped motifs, enhanced with fine metal filigree.
Each relic is identified by a carefully calligraphed handwritten Latin label. It includes, among others, the names of St. Joseph, St. Petri, St. VM, St. Juliani, and St. Gregorii, attesting to the spiritual richness of this piece.

The reverse is sealed with a period red wax seal, held together by original silk threads, guaranteeing the authenticity and integrity of the relics. This type of seal is typical of authentic ecclesiastical reliquaries, probably from a monastery or religious congregation. The frame is decorated with carved and embossed leaves, adding a baroque touch to the whole, with a bail allowing it to be hung.

Dimensions: Height (with bail): approx. 8 cm • Width: approx. 6 cm

Condition:

Very good overall condition for an object of this period. Some minor signs of wear, consistent with age.
Seal showing some losses, without major alteration.

In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns only the reliquary as an object of sacred art. The relics it contains are not the object of the transaction, but are included free of charge for their historical and cultural value.

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