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A BEAUTIFUL AND RARE 19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE RELIQUARY CONTAINING A TEXTILE RELIC OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY
Offered here is a truly striking original 19th century devotional reliquary dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, inscribed B. MARIAE VIRGINIS.
This impressive antique reliquary is crafted from gilded metal and measures approximately 31.5 x 15.5 cm. With its wonderful old world character, beautiful ecclesiastical appearance, and unmistakable presence, it would make a magnificent addition to a collection of antique Catholic devotional objects, sacred art, or historic religious artifacts.
The reliquary dates to the 19th century and remains in good antique condition, especially considering its age. Please carefully examine all photographs, as they form an important part of the description and show the condition and details of this remarkable piece.
The relic contained within is identified as a textile relic associated with the Blessed Virgin Mary and is traditionally described as a piece of cloth worn by the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Please note that no authentica or certificate of authenticity accompanies this relic. The attribution is based upon the identification and presentation of the relic itself. Accordingly, I cannot independently authenticate or guarantee its origin, age, or historical provenance. It is offered exactly as found and as shown in the photographs.
IMPORTANT SALE INFORMATION
Your purchase is for the antique reliquary itself, which has its own artistic, historic, and collectible value. The relic is included freely with the reliquary and no monetary value is assigned to the relic. In other words, the object being sold is the antique reliquary, not the relic, and the relic is included solely as a complimentary devotional accompaniment. The sale of the reliquary therefore does not constitute the sale of a sacred relic or the sin of simony.
The relic consists of textile material and does not contain human remains.
A wonderful opportunity to acquire a substantial and visually impressive 19th century Marian reliquary with tremendous devotional presence, history, and character.
