Reliquary - Alloy - 1850-1900 - Saint Colette

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Description from the seller

Relic of Saint Colette (S. Colet. V.), a Clarissan nun and reformer of the order founded by Saint Clare.
Circular reliquary in silvered metal containing a relic sealed under glass, identified by its original label.
The reverse retains its intact ecclesiastical seal in red wax, guaranteeing the authenticity and integrity of the relic.

Saint Colette of Corbie (1381-1447) is venerated in France and Belgium for her work of spiritual reform and her life of great austerity.

Good state of preservation, with the old seal well present. It contains no human remains.

The photographs are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. They allow one to appreciate its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.

The item will be carefully wrapped and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns the reliquary solely as a sacred art object. The reliquaries it contains are not the subject of the transaction, but are included gratuitously for their historical and cultural value.

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Relic of Saint Colette (S. Colet. V.), a Clarissan nun and reformer of the order founded by Saint Clare.
Circular reliquary in silvered metal containing a relic sealed under glass, identified by its original label.
The reverse retains its intact ecclesiastical seal in red wax, guaranteeing the authenticity and integrity of the relic.

Saint Colette of Corbie (1381-1447) is venerated in France and Belgium for her work of spiritual reform and her life of great austerity.

Good state of preservation, with the old seal well present. It contains no human remains.

The photographs are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. They allow one to appreciate its condition and features. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.

The item will be carefully wrapped and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.

Happy bidding

In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns the reliquary solely as a sacred art object. The reliquaries it contains are not the subject of the transaction, but are included gratuitously for their historical and cultural value.

Seller's Story

The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition. We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection. Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Saint Colette
Number of objects
1
Material
Alloy
Country of origin
Belgium
Height
3.4 cm
Width
3.4 cm
Depth
1.5 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
BelgiumVerified
1731
Objects sold
99.44%
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