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Superb 1st Class Relic of Saint Lawrence, Martyr, Document, Jeweled Gothic Altar Reliquary. A superb 1st class relic, ex. possible, of St. Lawrence in a grand jeweled altar reliquary. This relic of Saint Lawrence is contained in a lovely filigree sterling silver theca. The theca is housed in a 12" jeweled reliquary with an excellent gold plate. The document is of the highest order, Vicarious Generalis, Rome, dated 1950. One of the 7 deacons of Rome, Lawrence suffered terrible martyrdom being bound and placed on a red hot grill. Lawrence bore the agony with unbelievable equanimity and in the midst of his torment instructed the executioner to turn him over, as he was broiled enough on one side. A great gift to your church since it has the document for public veneration. Please carefully read our terms of sale, shipping information, and request any condition reports or photos prior to placing a bid. Any condition statement is given as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. RBFineArts CFL INC. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. Please email for a condition report and photos, if desired. Emails should be received at least 48 hours in advance of the date of the auction.
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