Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
1st-Class Relic Of ST. John Berchmans In Figural ST. Francis Reliquary Statuette
- Price realized
- $1,143
- Pre-sale estimate
- $500 – $700
- Hammer price
- $900
- Category
- Other Collectibles
- Sold
- September 7, 2025
- Sale
- DAY 3- SEPTEMBER GRAND ESTATES, ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Lot description
First-class religious relic of Saint John Berchmans (Belgian, 1599-1621), housed in a silver-tone metal theca reliquary, further encased in a figural gilt-metal altar reliquary, depicting Saint Francis of Assisi with birds perched on outstretched arms, ending on flared base, theca currently sealed tight, theca: approx 1 3/8"diam, altar reliquary: approx 8.25"h, 3.25"w, 3.25"d, 477.5 grams (inclusive of all materials) NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.