First-class (ex corpore) relic of Saint Gemma Galgani (Gemma Umberta Maria Galgani, also known as the "Daughter of the Passion," Italian, 1878-1903), housed in a silver-tone metal theca reliquary, framed by a crown of thorns, red wax seal with the Passionists' coat of arms verso, further encased in a gilt-metal cross-form altar reliquary, having pierced filigree frame set with purple and white rhinestones, on shaped base, lacking single rhinestone at lower right, theca: approx 1 1/8"diam, overall: approx 4"h, 3 3/8"w, 1.75"d, 117.5 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** 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**