Saint Nicholas of Myra relic ex phalange digiti in a round wooden theca with gilt trim, label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi

Saint Nicholas of Myra Relic – Ex Phalange Digiti, 1938 Certificate

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Saint Nicholas of Myra relic ex phalange digiti in a round wooden theca with gilt trim, label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic ex phalange digiti in a round wooden theca with gilt trim, label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi
  • 1938 certificate of Archbishop Marcellus Mimmi of Bari for the Saint Nicholas finger-bone relic, shown with the wax seal and theca
  • Full view of the 1938 Bari certificate for the Saint Nicholas of Myra relic
  • Wooden Saint Nicholas theca on black velvet, front view
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca seen at an angle with its lid behind
  • Close-up of the Saint Nicholas bone relic and label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi behind glass
  • Back of the wooden Saint Nicholas theca with handwritten number, beside its lid
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca held between gloved fingers
  • Close-up of the Saint Nicholas relic theca held in a white glove
  • Saint Nicholas relic theca and lid next to a ruler, about 3 cm across
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic ex phalange digiti in a round wooden theca with gilt trim, label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi
  • 1938 certificate of Archbishop Marcellus Mimmi of Bari for the Saint Nicholas finger-bone relic, shown with the wax seal and theca
  • Full view of the 1938 Bari certificate for the Saint Nicholas of Myra relic
  • Wooden Saint Nicholas theca on black velvet, front view
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca seen at an angle with its lid behind
  • Close-up of the Saint Nicholas bone relic and label S. Nicolai Myr. Episcopi behind glass
  • Back of the wooden Saint Nicholas theca with handwritten number, beside its lid
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca held between gloved fingers
  • Close-up of the Saint Nicholas relic theca held in a white glove
  • Saint Nicholas relic theca and lid next to a ruler, about 3 cm across
Saint Nicholas of Myra Relic – Ex Phalange Digiti, 1938 Certificate

Saint Nicholas of Myra Relic – Ex Phalange Digiti, 1938 Certificate

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A rare historical Catholic relic identified by its accompanying ecclesiastical certificate as a relic of Saint Nicholas of Myra, Bishop.

The Latin wording on the certificate appears to read ex phalange digiti — “from a finger phalanx.” The relic is presented in a traditional wooden reliquary, fitted with a glazed viewing window and decorative gold-tone trim. The label inside reads Nicolai Myr. Episcop. — an abbreviation identifying Saint Nicholas, Bishop of Myra.

Historical Certificate

The accompanying certificate was issued in Bari on 20 April 1938, under the authority of Marcellus Mimmi, Archbishop of Bari. It records the recognition and placement of the relic in its reliquary and bears an ecclesiastical seal and handwritten signatures.

Saint Nicholas of Myra is one of the most widely venerated saints in Christianity. Remembered for his charity, pastoral care, and generosity, he became an important figure in both Eastern and Western Christian traditions.

Item Details

  • Saint: Saint Nicholas of Myra

  • Ecclesiastical title: Bishop

  • Relic identification: Described in the accompanying certificate as ex phalange digiti — from a finger phalanx

  • Certificate date: 20 April 1938

  • Issuing authority: Archbishop of Bari, Marcellus Mimmi

  • Reliquary: Wooden case with glazed front and decorative trim

  • Included: The relic in its reliquary and the original certificate shown in the photographs

Condition

The certificate shows age-related folds, discoloration, and handling wear. The wooden reliquary and its fittings also show signs of age. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.

Documentation Note

The identification and description of the relic are based on the accompanying ecclesiastical certificate and the label visible inside the reliquary. No independent scientific examination has been conducted to verify the fragment's material composition or provenance.

A distinctive historical devotional object for collectors of Catholic relics, ecclesiastical history, and antique religious artefacts.

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