1st-Class Relic Of ST. Hyacinth Of Poland In Reliquary Locket W/ Coa

Lot description

First-class (ex ossibus) relic of Saint Hyacinth of Poland (also known as "Apostle of the North," prominent 13th-century Dominican priest and missionary), housed in a gold-tone metal theca locket reliquary, damaged red wax seal with obliterated coat of arms verso, on serpentine chain with spring ring clasp, accompanied by certificate of authenticity issued by Clement Riva, Vicar General of the Roman Curia and His District, Index Ordinary, certificate dated 23 January, 1981, theca: approx 1.75"diam, chain: approx 13.25"l, 12.4 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