Second-class (ex velo) religious relic of the Blessed Virgin Mary, housed in a gilt-metal theca reliquary, further encased in a rectangular altar reliquary, the reverse sealed shut with later soldering preventing interior access, central glazed circular chamber, with applied rhinestone trim, above abstract depiction of Mother Mary with hands clasped in prayer, among chased foliates and floral motifs, accompanied by certificate of authenticity issued by Postulator General Nicolaus Ferrante, Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer, certificate dated June 8th, 1961, theca: approx 1"diam, reliquary: approx 6 5/8"h, 3.5"w, 1"d, 345.5 grams (inclusive of all materials) **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**