First-class (ex ossibus) relic of Pope Pius V (born Antonio Ghislieri, also known as Michele Ghislieri, Italian, 1504-1572), notable for his role in standardizing the Tridentine Mass with his publication of the Roman Missal, housed in a gold-tone metal theca reliquary, further encased in a gilt-metal altar reliquary, with cross-form finial and pierced scrollwork frame, enclosing foliate wreath, on knopped standard and circular foot, red wax seal with the coat of arms of Vatican city at verso of theca, accompanied by certificate of authenticity issued by Our Lord the Pope, Vicar General of the Roman Curia and his District Judge Ordinary, certificate dated March 21, 1979, theca: approx 1.25"diam, altar reliquary: approx 7.5"h, 4"w, 3"d, 318.1 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** Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please utilize the ASK A QUESTION tab found in each lot. All lots are sold as-is and where is. No statement regarding age, condition, kind, value, or quality of a lot, whether made orally at the auction or at any other time, or in writing in this catalog or elsewhere, shall be construed to be an express or implied warranty, representation, or assumption of liability. All sales are final, and Austin Auction Gallery does not give refunds based on condition. Austin Auction Gallery does not perform any shipping or packing services. We do have a list of suggested shippers who gladly provide quotes prior to your bidding. Please visit our webpage for a list of recommended shippers. **NOTE: ALL JEWELRY & COIN LOTS REALIZING OVER $1,000 MUST BE PAID BY BANK WIRE**