Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., front view

Saint Nicholas of Myra First-Class Relic – 1951 Episcopal Certificate

£560.00
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Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., front view
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., front view
  • 1951 ecclesiastical certificate of Archbishop Marcellus Mimmi of Bari for the Saint Nicholas relic, with the theca
  • Red wax seal of Bari on the back of the Saint Nicholas theca, numbered 145-1951, beside the certificate
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., on black velvet
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., angled view
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., close-up of the relic
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca next to a ruler, about 3.5 cm across
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., front view
  • 1951 ecclesiastical certificate of Archbishop Marcellus Mimmi of Bari for the Saint Nicholas relic, with the theca
  • Red wax seal of Bari on the back of the Saint Nicholas theca, numbered 145-1951, beside the certificate
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., on black velvet
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., angled view
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra first-class relic in a gilt quatrefoil theca, label S. Nicolai Myr. Ep., close-up of the relic
  • Saint Nicholas of Myra relic theca next to a ruler, about 3.5 cm across
Saint Nicholas of Myra First-Class Relic – 1951 Episcopal Certificate

Saint Nicholas of Myra First-Class Relic – 1951 Episcopal Certificate

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A historic Catholic relic identified as Saint Nicholas of Myra (Saint Nicholas of Bari), the beloved 4th-century bishop and wonderworker, accompanied by an original ecclesiastical certificate dated 14 January 1951 and issued in Bari, Italy, under the authority of Archbishop Marcello Mimmi.

The certificate explicitly describes the relic as ex ossibus Sancti Nicolai — “from the bones of Saint Nicholas.” It further identifies Saint Nicholas as the glorious Bishop of Myra, a renowned wonderworker whose fame spread throughout the Christian world.

The document records that the relic was placed in a round silver reliquary (theca argentea rotundae formae), carefully enclosed and secured with a red silk cord and an ecclesiastical seal. The accompanying reliquary features an ornate metal frame, a red fabric backing, a glass viewing window, and a small fragment displayed beneath the original identification label, S. Nicolai Myr. Ep.

Saint Nicholas of Myra is one of the most widely venerated saints in Christianity. Known for his generosity, charity, and protection of those in need, he became the historical inspiration for the modern figure of Santa Claus. His principal relics are venerated at the Basilica of San Nicola in Bari, Italy.

Item Details

  • Saint: Saint Nicholas of Myra (Saint Nicholas of Bari)

  • Relic classification stated in the certificate: Ex ossibus — from the bones

  • Certificate date: 14 January 1951

  • Place of issue: Bari, Italy

  • Ecclesiastical authority: Archbishop Marcello Mimmi

  • Reliquary: Round decorative metal theca with glass viewing window and red backing

  • Approximate diameter: 2.5–3 cm

  • Included: Relic in its reliquary and the original accompanying ecclesiastical certificate shown in the photographs

Condition

This antique religious object shows signs of age. The certificate has age-related toning, folds, and edge wear. The reliquary displays wear to its decorative finish and metal surfaces. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.

Historical Documentation

The relic is identified by its accompanying 1951 ecclesiastical certificate and the label inside the reliquary. The certificate describes the fragment as ex ossibus, meaning from bone. No independent scientific examination has been performed to verify the material or provenance of the fragment.

An exceptional historical devotional object for collectors of Catholic relics, antique reliquaries, and ecclesiastical history.

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