2nd-Class Relic Of ST. Antoninus Of Florence In Theca With Coa

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Religious second-class (ex indumentis) relic of Saint Antoninus of Florence (Dominican Friar and Archbishop of Florence, known for his Apostolic poverty and obligation to the poor, Italian, 1389-1459), housed in a large gold-tone metal theca reliquary, red wax seal with the Cardinal Luigi Traglia coat of arms verso, accompanied by certificate of authenticity issued by Cardinal Luigi Traglia, Alosius Title of St. Andrew of the Valley, Pope's Vicar General of the Roman Curia and its District Judge Ordinary, certificate dated 25 May, 1966, theca: approx 2 5/8"l, 2"w, 39.5 grams (inclusive of all materials) Provenance: from the extensive collection of a long-time contributor of relics, Catholic church goods, and liturgical antiques NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE. STANDARD TREATMENTS ASSUMED ON ALL COLORED STONES