Antique Silver Reliquary Containing A Relic Of Saint Anthony Of Padua
A rare silver reliquary with an opening silver reliquary compartment featuring an additional recessed silver case containing the relic of Saint Anthony of Padua. The reliquary is shaped like a pendant and features an additional removable, recessed case. The relic is set on a red silk background. It is identified in Latin on a handwritten label as:
"S. Antonio pat.
S. = Sanctus → Saint
Ant. = Antonius → Anthony
Pat. = Patavinus → of Padua (Patavium = ancient Latin name for Padua)
Good condition with original glass
PERIOD: 18th century
DIMENSIONS: reliquary with ring 4 cm x 2.8 cm
MEASUREMENTS: relic 3 x 2.5 cm
"S. Antonio pat.
S. = Sanctus → Saint
Ant. = Antonius → Anthony
Pat. = Patavinus → of Padua (Patavium = ancient Latin name for Padua)
Good condition with original glass
PERIOD: 18th century
DIMENSIONS: reliquary with ring 4 cm x 2.8 cm
MEASUREMENTS: relic 3 x 2.5 cm
250 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Sterling silver
Reference (ID): 1844163
Availability: In stock
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