OLD Catholic Relic Pendant Theca-SAINT HELENA-Reliquary

$263.99 (-40%)

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  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Condition: Excellent original condition.
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Featured Refinements: Reliquary
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Saint Helena
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days

    • OLD Catholic Relic Pendant Theca-SAINT HELENA-Reliquary
    DIMENSIONS:
    1 3/8″ diameter x 3/8″ thick.
    Total weight:  7 grams.
    DESCRIPTION:
    Catholic relic.
    Saint Helenae / Helena.  Hair or cloth relic.
    From Wikipedia:
    “Helena, Helena Augusta, or Saint Helena (/ˈhɛlənə/; Greek: Ἑλένη, Helénē; AD c. 246/248 – c. 330) was an Empress of the Roman Empire and mother of Roman emperor Constantine the Great. She was born outside of the noble classes,[1] possibly in Greek city of Drepana, Bithynia in Asia Minor.
    Helena ranks as an important figure in the history of Christianity. In her final years, she made a religious tour of Syria Palaestina and Jerusalem, during which ancient tradition claims that she discovered the True Cross. The Eastern Orthodox Church, Catholic Church, Oriental Orthodox Churches, and Anglican Communion revere her as a saint, and the Lutheran Church commemorates her.”
    Patron saint of:  difficult marriages, divorced people, converts, and archaeologists.  Her Feast Day is August 18.
    Round gilt metal pendant theca with removable back.  The relic appears to be glued to a six pointed white fabric flower, which is itself adhered to the red fabric that lines the theca.  The relic is identified by a white paper label on which is printed “S. Helenae, Im.”  These contents are under glass and secured in the theca with thread and a wax seal.  A bail is attached to the back of the theca.  All original.
    Markings:  No markings found.
    CONDITION:
    Small plating loss to the inside edge of the bezel at approximately 10 o’clock.  Consult photos.  This isn’t conspicuous.
    Otherwise the theca is in excellent, all original condition with no damage and no significant wear.  No restorations or repairs.
    No losses.  No missing elements.
    No other plating losses or finish issues.  No bends, breaks, cracks, splits.  No significant scratches or rubs.  No corrosion.
    The contents of the theca are clean and intact with no loose or shifted elements.
    The threads and seal on back are intact with no evidence of tampering.
    Untouched patina as found.
    Displays well.

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