FIRST-CLASS RELIC OF SAINT JULIA

Rare reliquary in silvered bronze with a glass front containing the first-class relic Ex Ossibus of Saint Julia.

The relic is fixed at the center of a refined decoration. It rests on a deep red fabric background; this color, omnipresent in Christian liturgy, symbolizes the blood of Christ and His redemptive sacrifice. Around the relic, a radiant motif in gold leaf evokes a divine halo, reinforcing its sacred character.

Below, a label in paper or parchment bears the inscription "Ex Oss. S. Juliæ Mart." → From the bones of Saint Julia, martyr.

Good condition of use with its original glass.

Unopened.

Ecclesiastical seal and silk threads present.

EPOCH : 18th century
DIMENSION : 4 cm X 3.5 cm
SIZE : 1.6" X 1.4"

Saint Julia, also called Julia, is a Christian martyr venerated since Antiquity. According to the most widespread tradition, she was a young Christian from Carthage, captured and then sold as a slave, who preserved an unshakable faith. Refusing to renounce Christ and to take part in pagan sacrifices, she was crucified in Corsica in the 5th century. Her cult quickly spread throughout the Mediterranean, especially in Nonza in Corsica, where a church is dedicated to her. She is honored as patroness of Corsica and as a model of fidelity in trial. Her relics were transferred to Brescia, in Italy, in the Middle Ages, further enhancing her renown. Her liturgical feast is celebrated on May 22.